Author of a key assist and a crucial player in FC Barcelona's victory over Real Madrid in the Spanish Super Cup final (5-2), Jules Koundé expressed his joy after the final whistle.

A familiar feeling for Real Madrid. Less than three months after being humiliated by FC Barcelona in LaLiga during the first Clásico of the season (0-4), the Merengue team, which sought redemption to avenge that defeat still fresh in memory, once again succumbed to their eternal rival. Even worse, this time the Casa Blanca conceded not four but five goals against a Catalan side that was offensive, inspired, and relentless in the Spanish Super Cup final played this Sunday in Saudi Arabia (5-2).

Although he didn't score in this match, brilliantly dominated by Barcelona with standout performances from players like Alejandro Baldé, Robert Lewandowski, Lamine Yamal, and Raphinha, Jules Koundé contributed to the offensive display by assisting in the third goal scored by the Brazilian. Brilliant and dynamic on the right flank with incisive runs, great activity, and solidity in duels, the French international did not hide his satisfaction minutes after lifting his first trophy of the season. "This title is very special. It had been a season since we last won a trophy, so it’s always something special," the fullback said with a big smile.

Koundé highlights the execution

"And even more so in a Clásico against Real Madrid. I think we executed the game plan very well, a bit like we did at the Bernabéu. We knew we had to press them. If you give them space, it becomes difficult. The first goal was somewhat against the run of play, but we stayed calm, and we knew that by sticking to the plan, we would win," the defender analyzed in statements to La Chaîne L'Équipe, explaining the reasons behind this victory that reaffirms Barcelona's superiority over Real Madrid in their head-to-head matches this 2024-2025 season.

Proud of this new and resounding success, Jules Koundé was even more pleased with the way he and his teammates achieved it. "After the red card (to Wojciech Szczęsny in the 57th minute), we came together and told ourselves we were going to suffer, but the match couldn't slip away from us. Winning a title gives you a lot of confidence. We needed it, and now we have it," he concluded in an interview with Movistar.

FC Barcelona can now return to the Iberian Peninsula with a new trophy in their cabinet, unforgettable memories, and their confidence at its peak. A great omen for the rest of the season.