At 2:30 a.m. Beijing time on January 17, 2022, the Spanish Super Cup final was played by Real Madrid against Athletic Bilbao at the King Fahd Stadium in Riyadh. Whether Athletic Bilbao can successfully defend the championship through the interception of La Liga giants Real Madrid in this game is a major test for the team up and down, and as the winner of the 13-time Western Super Cup, Real Madrid will naturally not give up the championship.
Modric
Real Madrid:
In terms of strength, at the end of the current 21 rounds of league battles, Real Madrid is at the top of the La Liga table with 49 points with 15 wins, 4 and 2 losses, and is 5 points higher than Sevilla in the second place, and the league championship is basically like a probe. The last Western Super League Cup was eliminated in extra time, and their old rival Barca advanced to the final. Real Madrid's dominance over La Liga teams is unquestionable.
In terms of personnel, Real Madrid's western super cup lineup against Athletic Bilbao can refer to the lineup against Barca, the forward is still no. 9 Benzema (17 goals and 7 assists this season to lead the La Liga top scorer list), no. 20 Vinicius Junier, no. 11 Asensio, the midfielder is no. 8 Kroos, no. 10 Modric, no. 14 Casemiro's three main midfielders, the defender is No. 2 Carvajal, No. 3 Militone, No. 6 Nacho, No. 23 Ferendi mendi guard the defense, the goalkeeper is Courtois. Benzema and Vinicius Junier scored both goals in the last match, which is an absolute contributor to the defeat of Barca and also shows good competitive form. Federico Valverde scored the winning goal for the team in extra time in the semi-finals of the Western Super Cup, helping the team to advance smoothly, and his personal performance is commendable.
In terms of the team's recent situation, Man Real Madrid staged a goal battle with the old enemy Barcelona in the semi-final of the Western Super Cup, and finally successfully eliminated the opponent through extra time goals to advance, and the morale of the team soared. After two years, Real Madrid once again stepped onto the final stage of the Western Super League, and in the last final, Real Madrid successfully defeated Atletico Madrid 4:1 through a penalty shootout to win the cup. Real Madrid have scored 11 goals in their last five games, and the team's recent output on the offensive end is still relatively optimistic.
In terms of historical records, Real Madrid's record of 29 wins, 6 draws and 6 losses against Athletic Bilbao in La Liga is absolutely dominant. The two sides met in the Western Super Cup on 15 January 2021, when Real Madrid lost 1-2 to Athletic Bilbao.
Indexly, the pre-match agency gave Real Madrid a handicap index of -0.75, which is still more recognized but slightly shallow for Real Madrid's strength, and should theoretically be at least 1 goal set. The last three games have been won twice, and the index form is better.
Florentino Pérez
Athletic Bilbao:
In terms of strength, as of the 21st round of La Liga, Athletic Bilbao ranked 9th in La Liga with 6 wins, 10 draws and 5 losses with 28 points, la Liga basically has no desire, and this cup match is also the only hope for Athletic Bilbao's trophy this season.
In terms of personnel, in the semi-final of the Western Super Cup against Atletico, the starting Munya was officially voted the best player of the match by assisting Jerle in the second half, and the team's top scorer Williams has basically confirmed that he can participate.
In terms of team status, in the last 6 games, Athletic Bilbao has achieved a record of 4 wins, 1 draw and 1 loss, showing the good form of the team. Athletic Bilbao has conceded 11:6 in its last six games, and the team's recent offensive and defensive ends can be said to be very solid. Athletic Bilbao also got off to a good start in the Western Super Cup, where they eventually reversed their victory over the powerful Atletico Madrid to advance to the final. In the last Edition of the Western Super League, Athletic Bilbao beat Barcelona to win the title, and this time they will fight to defend their title.
In terms of historical records, in the two league matches this season, Athletic Bilbao suffered a double kill from Real Madrid, and Athletic Bilbao did not have any psychological advantage before this round.
Index-wise, Athletic Bilbao has won three of its last four games, and the team's recent market trend is good.
Prediction of this game: Real Madrid as the top of la Liga and Athletic Bilbao as the ninth in La Liga, the heat is unquestionable, close to 80% of the funds flowed into the main win. The home win was too hot, and the game was optimistic that the two teams would shake hands and make peace in regular time, and the draw would end.