Football fans across the globe are bracing for yet another epic chapter in the storied rivalry between Real Madrid and Barcelona, as the two Spanish giants collide this Sunday at the Santiago Bernabéu. With both sides neck-and-neck in the La Liga title race, the stakes couldn’t be

Xabi Alonso’s Madrid will look to make home advantage count, relying on the lethal finishing of Vinícius Jr. and the growing influence of Jude Bellingham. On the other hand, Hansi Flick’s Barcelona—buoyed by a mix of youth talent of Yamine Jamal and experience of few of thier old heads —will aim to silence the Madrid faithful with their trademark attacking flair.

Security has been heightened, excitement is surging, and tickets have sold out in record time. From Madrid’s bustling streets to Barcelona’s fan zones, anticipation is at fever pitch as football’s greatest rivalry gets ready to take center stage once more.