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Real Madrid and Valencia will get the new-look Spanish Super Cup started when they meet in Saudi Arabia on Wednesday. The competition's altered format will see two other teams involved, with Barcelona taking on Atletico Madrid on Thursday.
There is also an interesting subplot to Real's game against Los Che at Jeddah's King Abdullah Sports City. Albert Celades will be in the dugout for Valencia, and he'll renew acquaintances with Real, having served as an assistant with Los Blancos before replacing Marcelino back in September.
Real may struggle to field a strong lineup, despite being able to rely on Toni Kroos and Luka Modric in midfield.