UEFA Super Cup ~ Real Madrid vs Atalanta Team News

Real Madrid Team News

Real Madrid enters the Super Cup as favourites, as per Real Madrid vs Atalanta odds, having secured their record-extending Champions League title with a 2-0 victory over Borussia Dortmund at Wembley Stadium. However, Carlo Ancelotti's side faces some challenges in the lead-up to the match, particularly concerning the fitness of key players. 

The Spanish giants are currently concerned over the availability of three crucial players: Kylian Mbappe, Jude Bellingham, and Dani Carvajal. Mbappe, who recently joined the club, may need to address a broken nose and the problems with the back, that affected the end of the club season and his weak performance in Euro. 

Bellingham is contending with a lingering shoulder problem,, while Carvajal's fitness is also in question following his participation in the Euro and proneness to injuries.

Atalanta Team News

Atalanta, under the guidance of veteran coach Gian Piero Gasperini, enters the Super Cup riding high on their Europa League triumph. The Italian side secured their first-ever UEFA trophy with a convincing 3-0 victory over Bayer Leverkusen, earning them this prestigious fixture against Real Madrid. Gasperini, who recently confirmed his commitment to Atalanta for the upcoming season, has expressed excitement about facing Real Madrid in the Super Cup. 

The coach sees this match as a significant challenge and an opportunity to showcase Atalanta's capabilities on the European stage. In terms of squad news, Atalanta has been active in the transfer market, with notable incoming transfers including Charles De Ketelaere from AC Milan and the loan of Nicolo Zaniolo, who is eager to reignite his career in Italy. However, they have also seen departures, with striker Duvan Zapata moving to Torino and Caleb Okoli leaving for Leicester.

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