Frenkie de Jong Banks on Riyadh Fan Support for Spanish Super Cup Triumph
Riyadh, The Gulf Observer: Barcelona midfielder Frenkie de Jong attributes the team’s recent success in the Spanish Super Cup 2024 semifinals to the overwhelming support from Riyadh fans and is optimistic about their chances in the upcoming final against Real Madrid on Sunday.
Barcelona’s 2-0 victory over CA Osasuna at Al Awwal Park set the stage for a consecutive El Clasico Spanish Super Cup final in Riyadh, with goals from Robert Lewandowski and Lamine Yamal. De Jong, who played a key role in Barcelona’s 3-1 victory over Real Madrid last year, relies on the support of the Saudi fanbase for a repeat success.
Welcoming Pedri back from injury in the semi-final, De Jong emphasized Pedri’s vital role and expressed excitement about having him back for the final. The grand finale is scheduled at Al Awwal Park, Al Nassr’s home ground, with a 10 pm kickoff in Saudi Arabian time. Barcelona aims to secure the Super Cup title, acknowledging the unpredictable nature of facing a top team like Real Madrid.