FC Barcelona is on the verge of a historic moment, and if all goes according to plan, they could be lifting the La Liga trophy right after tomorrow's El Clásico. According to reports from Mundo Deportivo, Hansi Flick's squad needs just a draw against Real Madrid at the Spotify Camp Nou to clinch the title—and the celebration could start immediately.
The Royal Spanish Football Federation (RFEF) has already prepared for this scenario. President Rafael Louzan will be in the directors' box tomorrow evening, ready to present the trophy if Barcelona secures the points needed. This would mark a special chapter in the storied rivalry between these two giants, adding extra drama to an already electric matchup.
In recent years, the RFEF has followed a flexible approach to trophy presentations. When a team wins the title away from home, the ceremony is typically delayed until their next home game, allowing fans to share in the moment. But when the title is secured at home, the trophy can be handed over right away—or saved for a later celebration. Tomorrow's match falls into the home-win category, meaning Barcelona could be celebrating on the pitch as soon as the final whistle blows.
This isn't without precedent. Last season, Levante received the La Liga 2 trophy immediately after securing promotion, while in the 2021/22 campaign, Real Madrid lifted the La Liga trophy at the Santiago Bernabéu after a 4-0 win over RCD Espanyol, wrapping up the title with four games to spare. For Barcelona, a draw against their arch-rivals would be enough to join that list.
Adding to the excitement, the trophy Barcelona could lift tomorrow is brand new. Last year, after a rule change by RFEF president Louzan, the club was allowed to permanently keep the trophy from their 28th league title. Previously, clubs had to return trophies to the RFEF or the jeweler months later for reuse, unless they won three consecutive titles or five overall across different seasons. This change makes tomorrow's potential victory even more meaningful for the Blaugrana faithful.
Whether you're a die-hard Barça supporter or just love the drama of El Clásico, this is a moment that could define the season. Keep your eyes on the Camp Nou—history might just be made.