UEFA Super Cup Real Madrid vs Atletico Madrid: Match Preview
Real Madrid are set to clash with neighbors Atletico in the UEFA Super Cup, scheduled for 12:30 AM on Thursday. Real have enjoyed Cristiano Ronaldo's services for close to a decade in the Madrid derby, but this time Los Blancos will be without the legend. On the other hand, Atletico have managed to hold on to their prized superstar, Antoine Griezmann. Here's our preview.
How have the two teams performed in their previous encounters?
In recent years, Atletico have been putting pressure on their well-decorated neighbors. The 2014 UCL final, between these two, even went to extra-time. In the last 5 head-to-head encounters, Real and Atletico have won 1 each with 3 draws. Historically, these two teams have played a total of 219 matches with Real winning 109, 55 matches ending in a draw and Atletico winning 55.
Recent forms and signings of the two teams
Real have been performed spectacularly in their pre-season matches in the United States, winning against Juventus and Roma, but losing to Manchester United. Atletico have not been that great, losing to Paris-Saint Germain and Inter Milan, and winning against Arsenal on penalties. Nikola Kalinic and Thomas Lemar, the two new Atletico signings might feature in the starting line-up.
Predicted line-up and broadcast details
Real Madrid: Navas, Carvajal, Ramos, Varane, Marcelo, Casemiro, Kroos, Bale, Isco, Asensio, Benzema. Atletico Madrid: Oblak, Juanfran, Godin, Savic, Luis, Koke, Saul, Rodri, Lemar, Costa, Kalinic. The match will be broadcast on Sony Ten 2 and Sony Ten 2 HD. It can also be streamed on Sony LIV. The kick-off time is 12:30 AM on Thursday.
Some interesting history to gear you up for the match
During the early days of Franco's fascist regime, Atletico was preferred by the government as they were associated with the military airforce. But during the mid-1950s, due to Real's massive success at the European level, Franco sought to gain political capital through the club when Spain was isolated internationally. The two teams have met in 5 Copa del Rey finals, with Atletico winning 4.
