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Laporta hails Barcelona’s ‘masterclass’ against Real Madrid in Spanish Super Cup

Barcelona president Joan Laporta finally won some silverware this weekend. It ended a much talked about 638-day trophy drought for the club that’s seen plenty of ups and downs in recent years.

It wasn’t a Champions League or a league title, but it was significant. Laporta emphasized how the team is progressing well and put on a show against Madrid.

“I’m grateful because it is a victory for all the culers, who have had patience, who haven’t given up hope,” he said.

“We have to recognise the importance of how we beat them, right?