Real Madrid Faces Atalanta in UEFA Super Cup

Real Madrid is set to face Atalanta in the UEFA Super Cup final on August 14, seeking to claim their sixth title in the competition. Coach Carlo Ancelotti's squad features stars like Kylian Mbappé, Vinícius Junior, and Jude Bellingham, while Toni Kroos's absence due to retirement will be felt. The match not only represents the first silverware of the season but also offers Ancelotti a chance to equal the club's record for the most titles won. Despite a strong squad, Ancelotti may prioritize stability from last season's Champions League-winning team, potentially limiting the impact of new signings like Mbappé and Endrick Felipe. Real Madrid heads into the match with a favorable history against non-Spanish teams in finals, last losing in 2000, and will aim to start their quest for a historic septuple this season.