🔥 The stage is set! Real Madrid dazzled fans with a stunning 3-0 victory over Mallorca in the Spanish Super Cup semifinal in Jeddah on Thursday. This win catapults them into a thrilling final against their eternal rivals, Barcelona! ⚽️
Jude Bellingham Breaks the Deadlock
After a tense first half filled with close calls, Jude Bellingham finally cracked Mallorca's defense in the 63rd minute. Sneaking the ball through a maze of defenders, he put Madrid ahead with a slick finish! 😎
Dominik Greif's Heroics
Mallorca's goalkeeper, Dominik Greif, was on fire 🔥, pulling off some spectacular saves to keep his team in the game. He denied Rodrygo's diving header and even stopped a powerful shot from Kylian Mbappé!
Late Drama and Goals Galore
Just when we thought it was over, Mallorca's Martin Valjent unintentionally turned Brahim Díaz's pass into his own net in injury time 😱. To top it off, birthday boy Rodrygo sealed the deal with a last-second goal, making it a night to remember!
Tempers and Triumphs
The match wasn't without its heated moments. A little scuffle broke out when Mallorca's Pablo Maffeo reacted to a playful tap from Bellingham. But hey, that's just passion on the pitch! 😤
El Clásico Awaits!
With Barcelona defeating Athletic Bilbao 2-0 in the other semifinal, we're gearing up for an epic showdown on Sunday. Get ready for some heart-stopping action as these two giants clash for the Super Cup! 🏆🔥
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Real Madrid defeat Mallorca to set up Super Cup final with Barcelona
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