Real Madrid’s passage to the Spanish Super Cup final came with subtle moments of drama and flashes of brilliance in Jeddah. They overcame a determined Mallorca side 3–0, and Jude Bellingham was once again the key figure.
The English midfielder, who has found the net eight times in his last ten appearances, scored in the 63rd minute. It happened after Rodrygo struck the post and Kylian Mbappé was denied by Mallorca’s Dominik Greif, leaving Bellingham to guide the rebound from just outside the six-yard box. His quiet consistency has become one of Los Blancos’ most crucial assets.
Mallorca held their shape in the first half, absorbing pressure with discipline. Greif’s saves kept the match level, though Madrid’s firepower felt inevitable as the clock ticked. Aurelien Tchouaméni left the pitch in the 54th minute after a head injury, showing clear frustration at needing to come off. Youth player Raúl Asencio replaced him, handling the midfield role with calm assurance.
One Step Closer to El Clásico Spanish Super Cup Final
The deadlock finally broke when Bellingham pounced on the loose ball and directed it home with a concise finish. The final minutes brought two more goals and a bit of chaos. Martin Valjent unwittingly sent a ball from Brahim Díaz into his own net, then Rodrygo made it three with a late strike.
Once the final whistle sounded, there was a brief scuffle when Bellingham tapped Pablo Maffeo on the neck, but cooler heads prevailed as security stepped in. Nearby, former Madrid icon Karim Benzema, now playing in Saudi Arabia, watched from the stands, offering a nostalgic reminder of earlier triumphs.
This competition’s value has risen sharply in recent years, thanks to a multi-million-dollar agreement to stage it in Saudi Arabia. Real Madrid, participating as defending La Liga champions, are poised to face Barcelona in the final for an eagerly awaited El Clásico. Their last meeting ended in a stinging 0–4 home defeat, so redemption is on every Madridista’s mind. As fans from both clubs descend on Jeddah, the stage is set for another classic confrontation.
At the heart of it all is Bellingham, who continues to show why Madrid invested heavily in him. His adaptability in midfield, combined with a knack for crucial goals, has made him a standout in a team of big names. The next challenge will be even greater, but for now, his performance has set the tone for what could be a riveting finale. The tension builds, and the trophies beckon.
