Supercopa de España 2023-24: Destination Confirmed and Schedule Released
Saudi Arabia to Host Prestigious Tournament
The upcoming edition of the Supercopa de España will take place in Saudi Arabia, the Royal Spanish Football Federation (RFEF) has announced. The semi-finals and final of the tournament will be held from January 11-15, 2024, in the cities of Riyadh and Jeddah.
Participating Teams
The participating teams for the Supercopa de España 2023-24 are:
- Real Madrid (La Liga and Champions League champions)
- Barcelona (Copa del Rey winners)
- Real Betis (Copa del Rey runners-up)
- Valencia (La Liga third-place finishers)
Tournament Format
The Supercopa de España 2023-24 will follow a single-elimination format. The semi-finals will be played on January 11 and 12, with the final scheduled for January 15.
Financial Implications
The RFEF signed a lucrative deal with Saudi Arabia to host the Supercopa de España in 2023 and 2024. The deal is reportedly worth €30 million per edition.
Controversial Decision
The decision to host the Supercopa de España in Saudi Arabia has been met with criticism from some quarters. Human rights groups have accused the country of sportswashing, using major sporting events to improve its image.
Conclusion
The Supercopa de España 2023-24 promises to be an exciting tournament, featuring some of the biggest clubs in Spanish football. The decision to host the event in Saudi Arabia has generated controversy, but the financial benefits will likely outweigh the negative publicity.
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