ESPN.com · Jan 7

Supercopa de España: Can Real, Atleti or Athletic stop Barça?

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Barcelona's defense of the Supercopa de España begins on Wednesday when they take on Athletic Club in Saudi Arabia. Then, on Thursday, it's an all-Madrid semifinal as Xabi Alonso's Real Madrid face-off against Atlético Madrid.

So, which side is in the best shape to lift the cup? And are we set for another Clásico final?

Alex Kirkland and Sam Marsden preview all the action -- and remember, you can stream every single game LIVE on ESPN+ (U.S. only).

- How Alonso's Real Madrid start compares to Mourinho, Ancelotti, Zidane

- Hunter's midseason verdicts: Barça lead the way, but is there a title race?

Full story at ESPN.com

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