Kylian Mbappe is set to make his first appearance for Real Madrid in the UEFA Super Cup clash against Atalanta, a high profile match that has drawn attention from fans across Europe. The Spanish club hopes Mbappe will make an immediate impact as part of a lineup aimed at contending for major silverware this season.
Real Madrid’s squad, as publicly listed, features Courtois, Carvajal, Militao, Rudiger, Mendy, Valverde, Tchouameni, Bellingham, Rodrigo, Mbappe, and Vinicius. The roster underscores a blend of experienced defenders, dynamic midfielders, and an attacking core built around Mbappe and Vinicius to provide pace, creativity, and goal threat in all competitions.
Mbappe’s transfer to Real Madrid was officially confirmed on June 3, with the forward joining as a free agent. He arrived in Madrid after a long stint with Paris Saint-Germain, where he had played since 2017. On May 10, Mbappe publicly announced his decision to leave PSG at the end of the 2023/24 season, signaling a new chapter for his career with Real Madrid.
The UEFA Super Cup showdown between Real Madrid and Atalanta is scheduled to kick off at 22:00 Moscow time. The match will be analyzed in real time through an online text broadcast, providing play-by-play updates and key moments for fans following the game remotely. The contest pairs the Champions League winner, Real Madrid after their victory over Borussia Dortmund in the final, with the Europa League champion, Atalanta, who defeated Bayer to claim the title.
Prior coverage explored how Mbappe has been received by Real Madrid’s supporters and club leadership, highlighting expectations for his role within the squad and his impact on the team’s style of play.