January 4th, 2026
12:30 Tip-Off
MovieStar Arena
Madrid, Spain
Real Madrid host arch-rivals Barcelona in a classic Clásico showdown at the WiZink Center to kick off the new year’s ACB schedule. Madrid will look to assert dominance early after recent closely contested showdowns with Barça this season, including a EuroLeague victory late last year.
Headline Picks
- Clásico clash: Madrid aims to set the tone in 2026
- Tight rivalry — every possession matters
- Art of balance: offense vs Barcelona defense
Expected Starting Lineups
Real Madrid:
PG: Campazzo #7
SG: Sergio Llull #23
SF: Alberto Abalde #6
PF: Mario Henzonja #11
C: Edy Tavares #22
Barcelona:
PG: Nile Norris #5
SG: Kevin Punter #0
SF: Myles Cole #3
PF: Tomas Satoransky #13
C: Willy Hernangomez #14
What to Look For
- Madrid’s control of the paint and rebounding advantage
- How Barcelona responds on the road in a rivalry game
- Impact plays from veteran leaders and bench scoring
Key Angle: This isn’t just a regular season contest — it’s a statement game after the winter pause.
Match Recap: Real Madrid 100–105 FC Barcelona — ACB Clásico (04/01/2026)
In a tightly contested Liga ACB Clásico at the Movistar Arena, Real Madrid came up short in a high-scoring battle, falling 100–105 to FC Barcelona in front of a lively crowd. Both teams traded blows throughout, but Barcelona finished stronger to earn the win.
Key Headlines
- Barcelona edges Real Madrid in thrilling Clásico finish
- Madrid’s offense strong — defense let down late
- Laprovittola and Hezonja deliver standout performances
Standout Performers:
- Mario Hezonja (RMB): Led Madrid with a big scoring night — kept the hosts competitive.
- Nicolás Laprovittola (BAR): Controlled tempo and hit key buckets down the stretch.
The first half saw both sides trading baskets with plenty of energy. Madrid stayed close into the second half with balanced scoring and scrappy defense, but Barcelona’s offense caught fire at crucial moments. In the final minutes, Barcelona made just enough plays to pull ahead and close out the win.
Post-Match Takeaways
- Madrid’s resilience: Despite the loss, the team showed offensive firepower and fight.
- Defensive execution: Late lapses proved costly — an area for improvement.
- Rivalry intensity: Another classic added to the storied ACB rivalry between these giants.
