Real Madrid, the reigning UEFA Champions League champions, will face off against UEFA Europa League victors Atalanta in the UEFA Super Cup final this Wednesday night. The match, which will take place in Warsaw, is expected to be a thrilling contest as both teams vie for the prestigious title of Europe’s best.
Real Madrid secured their place in this final by triumphing over Borussia Dortmund in last season’s Champions League final, with Dani Carvajal and Vinicius Junior providing the decisive goals. Atalanta, meanwhile, earned their spot by defeating Bayer Leverkusen in the Europa League final, where Ademola Lookman shined with a memorable hat-trick.
Both teams have undergone significant changes since their respective victories. Real Madrid will be missing key figures such as Toni Kroos, who retired following Euro 2024, and Nacho Fernandez, who transferred to the Saudi Pro League.
Additionally, David Alaba is sidelined due to a severe ACL injury. Despite these absences, Real Madrid has bolstered its squad with the signings of Kylian Mbappe and Endrick, aiming to secure their sixth UEFA Super Cup title.
Atalanta, competing in their first-ever UEFA Super Cup final, also faces challenges. Striker Gianluca Scamacca is out with an ACL injury, leaving Ademola Lookman to lead the attack. However, the team has strengthened its ranks with new signings such as Charles De Ketelaere, Mateo Retegui, and Nicolo Zaniolo, hoping to make an impact on the grand stage.
