The European football season commences with a high-stakes showdown between Champions League holders Real Madrid and Europa League winners Atalanta in the UEFA Super Cup in Warsaw, Poland on Wednesday, August 14.
The Spanish giants, strengthened by theacquisition of Kylian Mbappé, enter the match as clear favorites. However, Real Madrid manager Carlo Ancelotti has cautioned against underestimating Atalanta, whose aggressive, attacking style has propelled them to unexpected heights.
The encounter promises a compelling contrast in playing philosophies, with Real Madrid's possession-based approach set against Atalanta's high-pressing, counter-attacking tactics.
The Sporting News looks at the key details ahead of this game, including how to watch the match, kickoff times and the latest lineup news.
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Real Madrid vs. Atalanta live stream, TV channel in Australia
Here's how to watch this UEFA Super Cup match in Australia:
- TV channel: —
- Live stream: Stan Sport
This game is not available for live TV broadcast. Streaming options are available on the Stan Sport app.
What time does Real Madrid vs. Atalanta kick off in Australia?
| Date | Thursday, August 15 |
| Kick-off time | 6:00 a.m. ACT |
| Venue | National Stadium |
| Location | Warsaw, Poland |
This UEFA Super Cup clash takes place at the National Stadium in Warsaw, Poland and kicks off on Wednesday, August 14 at 9:00 p.m. local time. This translates to 6:00 am ACT in the Australia.
Real Madrid vs Atalanta lineups, team news
Real Madrid will be without the services of the now retired Toni Kroos and Nacho Fernandez, who has moved to the Saudi Pro League to play for Al-Qadsian. Carlo Ancelotti’s team will also be without David Alaba, who is still recovering from an ACL injury.
What the Spanish giants will have however, is Kylian Mbappe. The France captain made a summer signing to Madrid following a seven-season stint at Paris Saint-Germain.
Real Madrid predicted XI (4-3-3, right to left): Courtois (GK) — Carvajal, Rudiger, Militao, Mendy — Valverde, Tchouameni, Bellingham — Rodrygo, Mbappe, Vinicius Junior
Injured: Alaba
Atalanta has been busy over the transfer window with coach Gian Piero Gasperini making several signings to replace the players who left the club after last season.
The team however, continues to boast the services of striker Ademola Lookman, who scored a hat-trick in the Europa League final.
Atalanta XI (3-4-1-2 right to left): Musso (GK) — Djimsiti, Hien, Kolasinac — Zappacosta, De Roon, Ederson Ruggeri — Pasalic — De Ketelaere, Lookman.
Injured: Scamacca, Scalvini
Real Madrid vs. Atalanta prediction
Atalanta, despite their impressive Europa League run, face a daunting task against a star-studded Real Madrid side.
Ancelotti's has a top-class attacking arsenal at his disposal. Star striker Kylian Mbappe, who left French club PSG this summer, will be raring to go in the Real Madrid jersey. While Atalanta are no pushovers, the Spanish club's overall quality and experience should be enough to secure the UEFA Super Cup.
Prediction: Real Madrid 3-1 Atalanta BC
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