Barcelona meet Athletic Club in the 2026 Spanish Super Cup semi-final in Jeddah, with a place in the final on the line.
Updated: January 7, 2026 (IST)
The Spanish Super Cup returns to Saudi Arabia with Barcelona facing Athletic Club at King Abdullah Sports City in Jeddah. Barça enter as defending Supercopa champions and are chasing another final appearance, but Athletic arrive with a well-drilled 4-2-3-1 shape and the pace to punish mistakes in transition.
If you’re searching for the Barcelona vs Athletic Club live stream, below is everything you need: confirmed kickoff times in key regions, broadcast details, and the expected matchday squads.
Match Info
- Competition: Spanish Super Cup 2026 – Semi-Final
- Venue: King Abdullah Sports City, Jeddah, Saudi Arabia
- Referee: Isidro Díaz de Mera Escuderos
- VAR: Jorge Figueroa Vázquez
Kickoff Time (Global)
| Region | Kickoff |
|---|---|
| Saudi Arabia (AST) | 10:00 PM (Wed, Jan 7) |
| UK (GMT) | 7:00 PM (Wed, Jan 7) |
| Spain (CET) | 8:00 PM (Wed, Jan 7) |
| USA (ET) | 2:00 PM (Wed, Jan 7) |
| India (IST) | 12:30 AM (Thu, Jan 8) |
Note for India: this match is listed as a FanCode livestream and may not be available on Indian TV broadcast.
How to Watch (TV + Live Streaming)
TV Channels
- USA: ESPN2
- UK: TNT Sports 1
- Spain: Movistar
- Nigeria: Startimes World Football
Online Streaming
- USA: ESPN+ (official streaming)
- UK: discovery+ (official streaming)
- India: FanCode (app & website)
- Spain: Movistar+ (official streaming)
Tip: availability can vary by region. Use your local broadcaster’s listings and the official platform pages above.
Confirmed Lineups
Barcelona (4-2-3-1)
Starting XI: Joan; Kounde, Cubarsí, Eric, Balde; De Jong, Pedri; Roony, Fermín, Raphinha; Ferran
Substitutes: Szczesny (GK), Kochen (GK), Martín, Casadó, Bernal, Olmo, Tommy, Dro, Yamal, Rashford, Lewandowski
Athletic Club (4-2-3-1)
Starting XI: Simón; Areso, Vivian, Paredes, Adama; Jauregizar, Rego; Brenguer, Sancet, Navarro; Iñaki
Substitutes: Padilla (GK), Gorosabel, Nico, Guruzeta, Lekue, Galarreta, Gómez, Serrano, Izeta, Selton, Monreal
What’s at Stake
- The winner advances to the Spanish Super Cup Final.
- A potential blockbuster final awaits against Real Madrid or Atlético Madrid.
- For Barça, it’s a chance to defend their title and set the tone for the second half of the season.
Expect Barcelona to chase control through midfield while Athletic look to keep the game sharp, physical, and fast on the break. With trophies on the line, this semi-final usually delivers drama.
