Cristiano Ronaldo Returns to El Clasico as Real Madrid Face FC Barcelona in the Spanish Super Cup Final- Reports

In the hallowed grounds of Al Awal Park in Riyadh, fans are set to witness a sporting spectacle on Sunday, January 14th. Bitter rivals Barcelona and Real Madrid will lock horns against each other in the Supercopa de Espana final. However, the plot thickens with an unexpected twist. The modern giants of the game will grace the stage but also in the presence of a living legend – Cristiano Ronaldo. The Portuguese star is set to return for the most anticipated showdown in soccer.

Cristiano Ronaldo, now gracing the colors of Al-Nassr, has decided to witness the El Clasico and return to Riyadh for the fixture. With the upcoming clash between Real Madrid and Barcelona for their first trophy of the season, the return of Ronaldo adds an extra element of excitement for fans.

Cristiano Ronaldo increases excitement among fans ahead of El Clasico

Amid the anticipation of the fixture, Cristiano Ronaldo, currently on a break because of the AFC Asian Cup and AFCON, is set to don the spectator’s cap. As Al-Nassr’s majestic home stadium is set to host the Spanish Super Cup final, the 38-year-old superstar ensured his presence in the stands. Though no longer donning the white of Real Madrid, the Portuguese’s heart will undoubtedly beat for Los Blancos, the club that witnessed his ascension.

Cristiano Ronaldo is making a memorable trip back to Riyadh to be a part of this historic clash. As Real Madrid aims for their first trophy of the season, Ronaldo’s presence in the stands is bound to elevate the atmosphere. The Portuguese star has delivered some unforgettable performances for Real Madrid in the Spanish Super Cup during his time at the club. 

Moreover, Barcelona’s journey to the final saw them overcome Osasuna in a 2-0 victory, with Robert Lewandowski and Lamine Yamal securing the spot. Real Madrid, on the other hand, engaged in an eight-goal thriller against city rivals Atletico Madrid, eventually triumphing in the extra time. With both teams displaying top-notch performances, the stage is set for a dramatic showdown.

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Xavi’s warning to Real Madrid

Real Madrid is in ecstatic form lately, standing unbeaten in their last 20 games across all competitions. Their only official loss of the campaign came against Atletico Madrid in La Liga. However, Barca boss Xavi, issued a warning to Real Madrid, emphasizing their first-half dominance in the season’s first Clasico. “I think we dominated Real Madrid most of the time in La Liga’s El Clasico. I think that we can dominate them again and win,” Xavi claimed after defeating Osasuna in the semi-final.

As the soccer world braces for the clash of the titans, surprisingly, all eyes will be on Cristiano Ronaldo, who’ll be cheering from the stands. It’ll be interesting to see who comes out on top in the heart of Saudi Arabia for supremacy. Who do you think will win the upcoming El Clasico? Let us know in the comments!

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