Atalanta vs Real Madrid Prediction, Match Preview & Live Streaming, December 11, 2024

Get ready for a thrilling Champions League match between Atalanta and Real Madrid on December 11, 2024! This is a key Round 6 game in the group stages, and both teams are in different forms. Atalanta comes into this match bursting with confidence with five straight wins across all competitions. They’ve been in great form lately. Real Madrid, however, has had a rocky Champions League run this year, with two wins and three losses.

Earlier this season, these teams faced off in the UEFA Super Cup, where Real Madrid beat Atalanta 2-0. But Atalanta is determined to flip the script. Mateo Retegui leads Atalanta’s charge with two Champions League goals, while Vinicius Junior tops Real Madrid’s chart with four.

Looking at defenses, Atalanta’s been rock-solid, allowing just one goal in five Champions League games. Real Madrid has had a tough time at the back, conceding nine goals. The game will be in Milan, where cool and overcast conditions make for perfect football weather.

Atalanta vs Real Madrid Prediction
Betting tip	Odds
Both Teams to Score (Yes)	1.49

Both teams scoring seems likely given their form and style. Atalanta’s keen attack and Real Madrid’s shaky defense favor this bet. Real Madrid’s firepower means they’ll probably score, and Atalanta, with the home advantage, should respond. So, betting that “Both Teams to Score (Yes)” could be a smart move.

Atalanta vs Real Madrid Odds

Atalanta vs Real Madrid Betting Odds
Bet	Odds
Atalanta Win	2.57
Draw	3.57
Real Madrid Win	2.62

Odds show this is going to be a close one, with Atalanta slightly ahead due to their form and home-ground edge. Even though Real Madrid has a rich history, they’re only slight underdogs. With such closely matched odds, expect a dramatic and competitive night at the San Siro Stadium.

Atalanta vs Real Madrid Live Streaming: UEFA Champions League

The UEFA Champions League broadcast in India is with the Sony Sports Network. The SonyLiv Website and App have the live streaming rights. Fans can watch Atalanta vs Real Madrid live streaming on SonyLiv at 1:30 AM on Wednesday, December 11.

Atalanta Team Analysis

Atalanta Recent Performance

Atalanta has been on fire, notching five consecutive wins across all competitions. They’ve nailed big wins in both domestic and European play, showing their powerful offense and gritty defense.

Home Team	Away Team	Result
Atalanta	AC Milan	2-1
Roma	Atalanta	0-2
Young Boys	Atalanta	1-6
Parma	Atalanta	1-3
Atalanta	Udinese	2-1

Scoring a whopping 15 goals in these games, Atalanta’s attack is scary. They’ve let in only four goals, proving they’re balanced. Their knack for spotting and exploiting opponents’ defensive gaffes makes them a team to fear this campaign.

Atalanta Key Players

Mateo Retegui is a standout for Atalanta, leading their Champions League attack with two goals. He’s key to their hopes in Europe. Charles De Ketelaere adds creativity, energizing their midfield and keeping up the pace.

Ademola Lookman also boosts Atalanta’s attack, disrupting defenses with his lively play. On defense, Berat Djimsiti shines, being vital to Atalanta’s b backline. Goalkeeper Marco Carnesecchi has been stellar, earning four clean sheets, which underscores Atalanta’s defensive prowess.

Marten De Roon anchors the midfield, doing both defensive and offensive duties well. Coach Gian Piero Gasperini’s tactics are crucial, as he smartly adjusts strategies to counter different opponents.

Atalanta Suspensions & Injuries

Player	Injury/Suspension	Expected Return
Erdis Kraja	Cruciate ligament injury	A few days
Gianluca Scamacca	Cruciate ligament injury	Mid April 2025
Juan Cuadrado	Muscle injury	Late December 2024
Giorgio Scalvini	Shoulder injury	A few weeks

Atalanta is missing key players due to injuries. Gianluca Scamacca and Giorgio Scalvini are notable absentees. Scalvini’s loss means they must adjust defensively. But with Cuadrado and Kraja nearing return, they gain depth for their Champions League quest.

Atalanta Tactics and Formation

Atalanta will likely use a flexible 3-4-3 formation, focusing on quick moves and exploiting gaps in opponents’ defenses. This setup lets them be aggressive in attack while staying b defensively. Mateo Retegui leads the line, aided by Lookman and De Ketelaere’s creativity to breach Real Madrid’s defense.

Wide midfielders Raoul Bellanova and Matteo Ruggeri provide width, stretching Real Madrid’s setup and creating opportunities for Atalanta. In the middle, Marten De Roon and Ederson José control the tempo, helping transition into attack. At the back, Djimsiti and his crew will aim to maintain their solid form.

Real Madrid Team Analysis

Real Madrid Recent Performance

Real Madrid’s recent outings show a mix of wins and crucial losses, impacting their standings across competitions.

Home Team	Away Team	Result
Girona	Real Madrid	0-3
Athletic Bilbao	Real Madrid	2-1
Real Madrid	Getafe	2-0
Liverpool	Real Madrid	2-0
Leganes	Real Madrid	0-3

Their inconsistent performances highlight their struggle, especially after a tough defeat to Liverpool in the Champions League. Yet, they’ve shown their potential in solid wins against Girona and Getafe.

Real Madrid Key Players

Real Madrid’s attack is dangerous, with Vinicius Junior back from injury and deadly with four Champions League goals. Kylian Mbappe provides speed and scoring threats, key for cracking tight defenses.

Jude Bellingham orchestrates play from the middle, using his vision to create chances. Federico Valverde is crucial as a box-to-box midfielder, offering defensive support and attacking sparks. Rodrygo, having regained fitness, adds depth to their attack, vital against Atalanta.

Thibaut Courtois remains reliable in goal, tasked with covering for defensive oversights. Antonio Rüdiger’s leadership is vital, especially with current injuries affecting their lineup, such as Militao’s long-term absence.

Real Madrid Suspensions & Injuries

Player	Injury/Suspension	Expected Return
David Alaba	Cruciate ligament injury	Back in training
Daniel Carvajal	Cruciate ligament injury	Early September 2025
Éder Militão	Cruciate ligament injury	Out for season
Jacobo Ramón	Tendon injury	Early January 2025
Eduardo Camavinga	Hamstring Injury	Late December 2024
Gonzalo García	Muscle injury	Late December 2024
Ferland Mendy	Muscle injury	Late December 2024

Injuries have hit Real Madrid hard, affecting key backline positions. Long-term absences of Militao and Carvajal create ongoing challenges, requiring Carlo Ancelotti to adapt his lineup and tactics.

Real Madrid Tactics and Formation

Real Madrid might line up in a 4-2-3-1 formation, aiming for width and attacking depth. With Vinicius and Mbappe driving wing play, they can spread Atalanta’s backline. This approach allows for quick counterattacks, using pacey forwards.

Ancelotti will stress ball control with Tchouameni and Valverde in central midfield, focusing on disrupting Atalanta’s midfield play. Bellingham will drive creativity, supporting Mbappe to penetrate defenses. Rüdiger is crucial defensively in organizing and maintaining solidity.

Atalanta vs Real Madrid Head-to-Head Statistics

Their past meetings have been one-sided, with Real Madrid usually coming out on top.

Home	Away	Result
Real Madrid	Atalanta	2-0
Real Madrid	Atalanta	3-1
Atalanta	Real Madrid	0-1

Real Madrid’s history of victories highlights their edge over Atalanta. But Atalanta, in current form and with a ber lineup, aims to turn things around using their momentum and tactical gains.

Venue and Weather

The game unfolds in vibrant Milan at San Siro Stadium, setting up a high-stakes Champions League night. The forecast predicts cool temperatures, around 6°C, ideal for a fast-paced, physical clash.

Overcast skies will aid visibility and keep players focused, with winds at a light 1.32 m/s, minimizing disruptions in long plays and passes. Such conditions foster reliance on skill and strategy over weather. Fans can expect a gripping and competitive showdown between these European giants.