Barcelona clinched an impressive 5-2 win over Real Madrid in the Spanish Super Cup final, celebrating a thrilling victory. The match was held at the “Jewel of the Shining” stadium in Saudi Arabia, with Barcelona putting on a dominant display.
While standout performances came from players like Raphinha and Lamine Yamal, it was Lionel Messi, the Barcelona icon, who captured the most attention. Celebrating his team’s success, Messi surprised many by singling out Spanish midfielder Pedri for special praise.
Messi expressed admiration for Pedri’s performance, saying, “He tore apart the Real Madrid defense and controlled the game, even with Barcelona a man down. His brilliant passes left everyone in awe.” Messi further added, “In my opinion, he was the best player on the field, with no competition.”
Messi’s comments underscore his respect for Pedri’s skills and his pivotal role in Barcelona’s Clasico victory, affirming the young midfielder’s crucial contribution to the win.
