Real Madrid's season hit a devastating low after their 0-2 defeat to Barcelona in El Clasico at Spotify Camp Nou, a result that officially handed the La Liga title to their fiercest rivals. The mood around the Santiago Bernabeu is at rock bottom, as this loss underscored a campaign that has fallen far short of expectations—no league title, no European glory, and no domestic silverware to show for their efforts.

Yet, amid the disappointment, there's still a glimmer of purpose for Los Blancos. With three matches remaining in the season, one major objective remains: securing their spot in next season's Spanish Super Cup. While it's not the trophy fans dreamed of back in August, the club views this competition as a vital stepping stone, especially with major squad changes on the horizon this summer.

The good news? Real Madrid's path to qualification is firmly in their own hands. They currently sit eight points clear of Villarreal in second place, meaning just one more point from their remaining games would mathematically lock in their Super Cup berth. That opportunity could come as early as Thursday, when they host Real Oviedo at the Bernabeu.

Realistically, it would take a catastrophic collapse for Madrid to miss out. They'd need to lose all three remaining league fixtures, while Villarreal would have to win every match on their schedule—a scenario that seems highly unlikely. For now, the math is simple: anything short of that nightmare outcome, and Madrid are through.

It may be a modest target compared to the lofty ambitions that kicked off the season, but for a club in transition, securing a spot in this competition offers a chance to rebuild momentum. As Real Madrid look to the future, this small victory could be the spark they need to turn the page on a painful chapter.