Real Madrid vs Atalanta Prediction: Team News and Lineups Preview

Welcome, as our Italian football expert, Daniele Fisichella, prepares a Real Madrid vs Atalanta prediction, team news, lineups and fixtures preview. 

As the 2024 UEFA Super Cup approaches, football enthusiasts are eagerly awaiting the clash between last season’s Champions League winners and the Europa League champions at the PGE Narodowy in Warsaw on August 14th. 

This matchup promises to be a captivating spectacle, featuring a traditional powerhouse against a rising contender.

• Real Madrid vs Atalanta  Tip 1: Real Madrid Win and Over 2 Goals
• Real Madrid vs Atalanta Tip 2: Both Teams To Score – Yes
• Real Madrid vs Atalanta  Tip 3: Real Madrid Asian Handicap -1

Real Madrid vs Atalanta  Prediction 1: Giants on a mission

UEFA Super-Cup, Wednesday 14 August, 20:00 (UK Time)

Real Madrid’s reputation in European football is unparalleled. The Spanish giants, with their illustrious history, have secured the Champions League title a record 15 times. 

They enter this Super Cup as the reigning Champions League holders, having defeated Borussia Dortmund 2-0 in the final, thanks to goals from Dani Carvajal and Vinícius Júnior.

However, despite their formidable pedigree, Real Madrid faces several challenges. 

Key players like Kylian Mbappé and Jude Bellingham are struggling with injuries. Mbappé, who joined from Paris Saint-Germain, has been battling a broken nose and back issues, while Bellingham is managing a persistent shoulder problem. Additionally, Dani Carvajal’s fitness is under scrutiny following recent exertions.

Despite these setbacks, Real Madrid’s record in the Super Cup is impressive. They have won five out of nine appearances, showing their resilience in high-stakes fixtures. With the attacking brilliance of Mbappé and the creative spark of Bellingham (if fit), they remain a formidable opponent.

Real Madrid’s strong attacking form and history of high-scoring games in the Super Cup suggest that they are likely to win while also contributing to a high-scoring match. They have consistently scored multiple goals in their recent Super Cup appearances.

• Real Madrid vs Atalanta  Prediction 1: Real Madrid Win and Over 2 Goals (TRACKED BET)
• Best Odds: 2.15
• Bookmaker: bet365
• Stake: 7/10

Real Madrid vs Atalanta  Prediction 2: Gasperini eyeing a big scalp

For Atalanta, the Super Cup represents a historic milestone. The Bergamo club has never before reached this stage, making their first appearance in the competition after clinching their maiden major European trophy—the Europa League. 

They secured this victory by defeating Bayer Leverkusen 3-0 in the final, with Ademola Lookman delivering a hat-trick performance.

While Atalanta’s achievement is monumental, they come into this match with relatively less experience on such a grand stage. Their squad, although impressive in the Europa League, has not faced the Champions League victors before. This game will test their mettle against one of Europe’s most successful clubs.

Historically, Atalanta has struggled against Spanish sides, with their previous encounter against Real Madrid in the 2020/21 Champions League Round of 16 ending in a 4-1 aggregate defeat. Nevertheless, their recent form and tactical flexibility under coach Gian Piero Gasperini provide hope for an upset.

Under Gasperini, Atalanta is known for its high pressing and dynamic attacking style. They will need to execute their game plan flawlessly to unsettle Real Madrid. 

Atalanta’s ability to transition quickly and exploit any defensive lapses could be crucial. 

However, they’ll miss two of last season’s most important players: striker Gianluca Scamacca (19 goals last season), who ruptured his cruciate ligament, and Dutch midfielder Teun Koopmeiners (15 goals in 2023/2024), who’s not part of the squad after requesting to join Juventus. 

Gasperini will need to use all his tactical acumen and experience to devise a strategy to counteract Madrid’s strengths.

• Real Madrid vs Atalanta  Prediction 2: Both Teams to Score – Yes 
• Best Odds: 1.75
• Bookmaker: bet365
• Stake: 5/10

Real Madrid vs Atalanta  Prediction 3: Youngsters poised to impress

Real Madrid’s defence, usually a pillar of strength, is currently facing uncertainties. With Eder Militao’s form under the spotlight and potential fitness issues for Carvajal and Antonio Rüdiger, Atalanta might find opportunities to exploit these defensive gaps. If Atalanta’s attacking trio—Ademola Lookman, Charles De Ketelaere, and newly signed Mateo Retegui—can exploit these vulnerabilities, they could pose significant threats to the Madrid backline.

However Real Madrid’s consistency in the Super Cup is noteworthy. 

They have scored at least two goals in their last five appearances in the tournament, showcasing their attacking prowess. The addition of Mbappé and Endrick to an already potent attack further enhances Madrid’s offensive options. This attacking depth could prove overwhelming for Atalanta’s defence.

In preseason Los Blancos have adopted a 4-3-3 formation in attack that shifts to a 4-4-2 when defending. 

This formation, aimed at balancing offensive and defensive responsibilities, will be crucial against Atalanta’s aggressive style. With Toni Kroos’s departure, the midfield has been restructured, placing a greater emphasis on Jude Bellingham and Luka Modric to provide creativity and control. 

Real Madrid’s flexibility and depth, bolstered by emerging talents like Arda Güler and Brahim Díaz, will be key in exploiting Atalanta’s defensive gaps.

• Real Madrid vs Atalanta  Prediction 3: Real Madrid Asian Handicap -1 (TRACKED BET)
• Best Odds: 2.00
• Bookmaker: bet365
• Stake: 8/10

Real Madrid vs Atalanta  Prediction odds via bet365 as at 09:20, August 9th, 2024. Odds may now differ.

Real Madrid vs Atalanta  Team News and Possible Lineups: Kylian’s official debut

Real Madrid will likely line up with a 4-3-3 formation. Jude Bellingham’s presence is doubt, as the Englishman might be replaced by Brahim Diaz alongside Aurélien Tchouaméni and Eduardo Camavinga. 

The attacking trio of Vinícius Júnior, Rodrygo, and Kylian Mbappé is set to provide flair and firepower.

Atalanta, grappling with injuries (Scammacca and Scalvini above all), will probably deploy the trusted 3-4-3 setup. Ademola Lookman will lead the attack, supported by Charles De Ketelaere and one between Mateo Retegui and Nicolò Zaniolo. 

The defence will consist of de Roon, Hien, and Kolasinac, while Zappacosta and Ruggeri will operate as wing-backs. New signing Ben Godfrey will start on the bench

Real Madrid possible starting lineup:
Courtois; Lucas Vázquez, Militão, Rüdiger, Fran García; Modric, Tchouaméni, Camavinga; Brahim Díaz; Mbappè, Vinicius.

Atalanta possible starting lineup:
Musso; de Roon, Hien, Kolasinac; Zappacosta, Ederson, Pasalic, Ruggeri; De Ketelaere, Retegui, Lookman.

Match Stats: Carlo’s record and Italy’s drought

• Carlo Ancelotti, the most successful coach in UEFA competitions with 10 titles, could tie with Miguel Muñoz as Real Madrid’s most decorated manager by securing a win over Atalanta. He has already set records for the most European Super Cups won (4).
• Real Madrid shares the record for the most European Super Cup titles with Barcelona and Milan, each having five. 
• Atalanta is the seventh Italian team to reach a European Super Cup final, joining Milan, Juventus, Lazio, Parma, Sampdoria, and Inter. Milan holds the record with five wins.
• Atalanta’s appearance is the first by an Italian team in the European Super Cup in 14 years, since Inter’s defeat to Atlético Madrid. The last Italian victory in the competition was Milan’s triumph in 2007 under Carlo Ancelotti.

Real Madrid Fixtures: A soft start for Los Blancos

• Vs Mallorca (A)
• Vs Valladolid (H)
• Vs Las Palmas (A)
• Vs Betis (H)
• Vs Real Sociedad (A)

Atalanta Fixtures: visiting the champions on match day three

• Vs Lecce (A)
• Vs Torino (A)
• Vs Inter (A)
• Vs Fiorentina (H)
• Vs Como (H)

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