- The match is planned to kick off at 11 PM East African Time on Tuesday at the Gewiss Stadium.
- Vinicius Junior and Rodrygo are expected to start for Real Madrid.
- Atalanta have won all their nine recent matches in all competitions.
One of the blockbuster matches in store in the UEFA Champions League this week is an eagerly awaited clash between Real Madrid and Atalanta.
Real Madrid will be seeking to increase their chances of proceeding to the next round in the game that is scheduled to be played at the Gewiss Stadium.
The multiple winners champions have struggled this season, picking up only two wins in the five matches they have played so far.
The two victories came against German representatives VfB Stuttgart and Borussia Dortmund, who they walloped 3-1 and 5-2 respectively.
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The disappointing performances in one of the world’s most watched football tournaments in the world has left the Los Blancos fighting for their lives in the table standings.
They are currently ranked 24th in the 36-team competition with six points, five less than Tuesday’s opponents who occupy the fifth position.
Therefore, anything less than a win against a high-flying Atalanta side will drastically reduce their chances of qualifying for the next round.
Unlike the Los Blancos, Atalanta are currently enjoying an excellent run in both their European and domestic assignments.
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The Gian Piero Gasperini coached side have won all of their nine latest matches in all competitions.
The reigning Europa League champions secured a 2-1 victory over AC Milan in their most recent Serie A game that was played on Friday, November 6.
The two goals were scored by Charles De Ketelaere and Ademola Lookman while Alvaro Morata found the back of the net for AC Milan.
Here is the important information you need to understand ahead of the upcoming fixture.
What time does Atalanta vs Real Madrid start?
The match will start at exactly 11 PM East African Time on Tuesday at the Gewiss Stadium.
Atalanta vs Real Madrid Team News
Real Madrid are expected to be without five of their players, who are currently nursing various types of injuries.
These stars include Eder Militao, Eduardo Camavinga, Dani Carvajal, David Alaba and the latest victim Ferland Mendy.
However, the star-studded team is set to receive a huge boost with the potential returns of Vinicius Junior and Rodrygo to the starting 11.
On the other hand, Atalanta will miss the services of experienced Colombian winger Juan Cuadrado, and Davide Zappacosta.
In addition, the hosts prepare for the fixture without Italian striker Gianluca Scamacca, who is recovering from a knee injury at the moment.
Possible Starting Lineups
Atalanta: Carnesecchi, Kolasinac, Hien, Djimsiti, De Roon, Bellanova, Ederson, Ruggeri, Lookman, De Ketelaere, Retegui
Real Madrid: Courtois, Vazquez, Rudiger, Tchouameni, Garcia, Bellingham, Modric, Valverde, Rodrygo, Vinicius, Mbappe
Atalanta vs Real Madrid Head-to-head
Real Madrid have secured impressive victories against Atalanta in their latest three meetings in all competitions.
The most recent match between the two sides which took place on August 14, 2024 ended 2-0 thanks to goals from Mbappe and Federico Valverde.
Atalanta vs Real Madrid Current Form
Atalanta: WWWWW
Real Madrid: WLWLW
Atalanta vs Real Madrid Prediction
Although Atalanta are enjoying an excellent run going into this fixture, they will have to be at their best to beat Real Madrid.
The visitors are in more need of the three points on offer, hence they will give everything on the pitch to return home with a win.
Therefore, football fans should get ready for an exciting football match that is likely to end with both sides finding the back of the net.
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