WATCH: Barcelona celebrates first Spanish Super Cup win without Messi, after beating Real Madrid

It was also Barcelona’s first title since former player Xavi took over as the team’s coach in 2021, and since Lionel Messi left for Paris Saint-Germain.

Published : Jan 16, 2023 15:41 IST

Barcelona players, Ousmane Dembele and Gavi Paez celebrate with the Spanish Super Cup winner’s trophy.
Barcelona players, Ousmane Dembele and Gavi Paez celebrate with the Spanish Super Cup winner’s trophy. | Photo Credit: AP
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Barcelona players, Ousmane Dembele and Gavi Paez celebrate with the Spanish Super Cup winner’s trophy. | Photo Credit: AP

Barcelona won the Spanish Super Cup for the first time since the competition was revamped and moved to Saudi Arabia with a 3-1 victory over Real Madrid on Sunday.

It was also Barcelona’s first title since former player Xavi took over as the team’s coach in 2021, and since Lionel Messi left for Paris Saint-Germain. Naturally, the players were absolutely delighted with the win, a silverware after almost two years.

Watch the dressing room celebrations below:

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