Two of the greatest rivals in Spanish football, Barcelona and Real Madrid, face each other this coming Saturday for the last El Clasico of 2016. These two teams have not only ruled Spanish football, but also at the European level. Ahead of this epic clash, we take a look at the trophy cabinets of these two football giants.
La Liga
Barcelona have won 24 league titles in their history, most recently in the 2015/16 season. On the other hand, Real Madrid have won it 32 times, most recently in the 2011/12 season. Verdict: Real Madrid rule La Liga.
Copa del Rey
Barcelona have been dominant over their rivals Real Madrid in the Copa del Rey. The Catalan giants have won this tournament 28 times, compared to Real Madrid’s 19. Barca are the defending champions having won it last season. Verdict: FCB rule the Copa del Rey!
Supercopa de Espana
Barcelona, who are the current reigning champions, also lead in this category with 12 trophies. Zidane’s men come second with nine having won it last in 2012. Verdict: Another tournament, another lead for Barca.
UEFA Champions League
Barcelona have not dominated the UCL as much as their rivals have. In fact, Real Madrid have a record 11 UCL titles, and are the current defending champions. Barcelona, on the other hand, have won it five times. Verdict: Real Madrid are the kings of Europe!
UEFA Cup Winners’ cup
Luis Enrique’s regain their dominance over Real Madrid in this category – they have won it four times. But the Santiago Bernabeu outfit has won it twice in their history. Verdict: What Real Madrid can do in the UEFA Cup Winners' Cup, Barca can do twice better!
UEFA Super Cup
Los Blaugrana boast of five UEFA Super Cup titles, having won it last in 2015. Los Blancos are the defending champions after winning it in 2016 to make it three in total. Verdict: It is Barca again!
FIFA Club World Cup
Barcelona are the defending champions of the FIFA Club World Cup having won it thrice. The Madrid giants, on the other hand, have won the competition four times. Verdict: Hala Madrid!
Here is another look at how these two top clubs compare to each other from different perspectives, courtesty of MysoccerHQ.com.
El Clasico Infographic (Barcelona Vs Real Madrid) – An infographic by the team at www.Mysoccerhq.com
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