Spain’s Super Cup Gets a Cash Boost: Bigger Prizes Spark Quiet Drama in Saudi Arabia
6 January 2026
Overview
The Spanish Football Federation has decided to raise the prize money for the Spanish Super Cup, which is hosted in Saudi Arabia, according to Spanish media reports.
Barcelona is preparing to face Athletic Bilbao in the first semifinal, while Real Madrid will meet their city rivals Atlético Madrid in the second semifinal. The final is scheduled for next Sunday.
Prize details
According to Marca, the prizes, which stood at 19.6 million euros last season, will rise to around 23 million euros this season. The total amount will be distributed among the four participating clubs, with each team receiving a share based on the number of titles won, their history, and television viewership.
Barcelona clinched the Spanish Super Cup last season after beating Real Madrid 5-2 in the final.
Broadcast and notes
The events will be broadcast via the Eight app, which is the Saudi-based broadcaster for this competition.
Two light, sniper-style punchlines to close:
1) The prize money is so big, even the ball is negotiating for a raise.
2) If money could score goals, this season would be a hat-trick of ROI for the cups and clubs alike.
