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When Clasico Drama Met a Trophy: Yamal, Carvajal and the Spanish Super Cup Night

12 January 2026

When Clasico Drama Met a Trophy: Yamal, Carvajal and the Spanish Super Cup Night
Barça vs Real Madrid in the Spanish Super Cup final in Saudi Arabia.

Key moments of the final

Dani Carvajal of Real Madrid and Lamine Yamal of Barcelona drew intense scrutiny after the match, the Spanish Super Cup final held in Saudi Arabia.

Barcelona claimed the title with a 3-2 victory over Real Madrid in the final staged yesterday in Saudi Arabia.

AS published a video of the moment Real Madrid players passed through the ceremonial corridor Barca had prepared during the medal ceremony.

In that clip, Real Madrid players walk to the applause of Barca teammates, but Yamal drew attention by stepping back and not clapping for the Royals while sipping water.

Controversies and post-match notes

Carvajal was the last Madrid player to pass, but he returned to speak with Yamal and whispered something into his ear.

The paper described the moment as a 'tense moment' between Yamal and Carvajal.

The La Liga Clasico was tense before the match due to Yamal's pre-game remarks that Real Madrid interpreted as belittling the team; there were minor clashes between Lamine and some Madrid players, notably Carvajal.

Many social media reactions criticized Yamal for not clapping.

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Frequently Asked Questions

What was the match result and where was it held?

Barcelona beat Real Madrid 3-2 to win the Spanish Super Cup in Saudi Arabia.

What controversy occurred between Yamal and Carvajal?

A tense moment after the match when Yamal did not clap; Carvajal spoke to him and whispered something in his ear.

What happened during the trophy ceremony?

Real Madrid players reportedly refused to perform a guard of honor for Barca.

Where was the match played?

In Saudi Arabia.