Real Madrid is set to face Atalanta BC in a critical Champions League encounter at the Gewiss Stadium on Tuesday evening. Despite being the reigning champions, Madrid has encountered challenges in this year’s European campaign and will be eager to secure a strong result to bolster their progress.
Team News
Carlo Ancelotti’s squad received some much-needed reinforcements with the return of key players:
• Vinícius Júnior: Back from a muscular injury that sidelined him for four games, Vinícius is expected to start.
• Jude Bellingham: Fully recovered after a fitness scare in the match against Girona.
• Rodrygo: Returned to full training after a minor muscular issue.
However, injuries remain a significant concern in defense:
• Ferland Mendy: Sidelined with a muscular problem; Fran García will likely step in at left-back.
• Eder Militão, David Alaba, Dani Carvajal, and Eduardo Camavinga: All remain unavailable, leaving limited options for Ancelotti.
Predicted Starting XI (4-3-3)
Goalkeeper:
• Thibaut Courtois
Defenders:
• Lucas Vázquez (Right-back)
• Antonio Rüdiger (Center-back)
• Aurélien Tchouaméni (Center-back)
• Fran García (Left-back)
Midfielders:
• Federico Valverde
• Jude Bellingham
• Luka Modrić
Forwards:
• Rodrygo
• Kylian Mbappé
• Vinícius Júnior
With this lineup, Madrid will rely on the creativity of their midfield and the firepower of their attacking trio to challenge Atalanta. The match promises to be an intense battle as Real Madrid aims to bounce back in Europe.
