Real Madrid claimed their fourth UEFA Super Cup title, defeating Manchester United 2–1 in the first UEFA final held in Macedonia.
Key Facts
- Edition
- 42nd UEFA Super Cup
- Final score
- Real Madrid 2–1 Manchester United
- Venue
- Philip II Arena, Skopje
- Real Madrid Super Cup titles
- 4th overall, 2nd consecutive
- First UEFA final in Macedonia
- Yes
By the Numbers
Location
Cause → Event → Consequence
Real Madrid qualified as UEFA Champions League holders after winning the 2016–17 edition, while Manchester United qualified as UEFA Europa League winners, earning both sides the right to contest the annual UEFA Super Cup.
The match was played on 8 August 2017 at the Philip II Arena in Skopje, Macedonia — the first UEFA final staged in the country. Real Madrid defeated Manchester United 2–1 to claim the trophy.
Real Madrid secured their fourth UEFA Super Cup title and second in consecutive years, reinforcing their dominance in European football during that period. The match also marked a historic moment for Macedonian football as the nation hosted a UEFA final for the first time.