Real Madrid is set to showcase a star-studded lineup featuring Kylian Mbappe, Vinícius Júnior, and other top forwards in their first competitive game of the 2024-25 season. Atalanta coach Gian Piero Gasperino expressed his desire for all these players to participate in the UEFA Super Cup clash on Wednesday at the National Stadium in Warsaw.

Gasperini emphasized the importance of facing top-tier opposition like Real Madrid, stating that it brings out the best in their own team. Mbappe, who recently joined Madrid from Paris Saint-Germain, is expected to make his debut for the club after training with the team last week.

Despite Atalanta being the underdog in the match, the Italian team is no stranger to surprising victories, as seen in their triumph over Bayer Leverkusen in the Europa League final. Gasperini remains optimistic about his team’s chances and is determined to deliver another impressive performance.

The UEFA Super Cup is an annual fixture that pits the winners of the previous season’s Champions League and Europa League against each other. This high-stakes encounter promises plenty of excitement for fans as two talented teams go head-to-head in a bid for continental glory.