2023 Super Copa Final Real Madrid v Barcelona: Numbers and Records favor which Spanish giants?

The two Spanish giants are set to face each other once again in an enthralling El Clasico for the Super Copa trophy. FC Barcelona and Real Madrid will go against each other tomorrow in Saudi Arabia to fight for their first silverware of 2023. Let us have a look at the major stats of the two teams in the historic rivalry:

Most wins- The two giants have faced each other 250 times in competitive matches. Los Blancos have won 101 matches against their arch-rivals. Despite this staggering record, FC Barcelona has still managed to win 117 El Clasicos including exhibition and friendly matches as well.

Top Scorer- FC Barcelona legend Lionel Messi currently holds the record for the most goals in El Clasico games. He has scored 26 times against the European giants.

The player with the most appearances in an El Clasico: Both Lionel Messi and Sergio Ramos have 45 appearances each for their respective clubs. Ironically, the former club captains are now teammates at PSG as they joined the club last year.

Trophy comparisons: In total Real Madrid has 99 trophies in their cabinet including 35 La Liga titles, 14 UCL trophies, and 19 Copa del Reys. Although, Barcelona isn’t far behind with 97 trophies of their own. Although, the Catalans have won the league 26 times. They also have only 5 UCLs in comparison to their fierce rivals.

Player with most El Clasico wins: Real Madrid legend and iconic winger Francisco Gento played for the Madrid giants in the 1950s and 60s. He won the most games (21) in the history of the competition.

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