Vinícius Júnior, Jude Bellingham and Antoine Griezmann headline the Madrid derby.
La Liga's top talent will be on full display when Atlético Madrid hosts Real Madrid on Sunday, Sept. 29.loss of its winning campaign last year, and that was before the club's big transfers arrived this summer. The fixture promises to be the most exciting andAlvarez is set to play in his first ever Madrid derby after transferring to Atlético Madrid over the summer.
Gallagher will have a tough test in store against Real Madrid's midfield.
At 33 years old, the Frenchman has been Atlético Madrid's best player this season. Griezmann already has three goals and three assists across all competitions and often creates the most chances each match for his side. He knows Real Madrid well and has the vision and ability to make Ancelotti's team pay in the final third when given just enough time and space.Real Madrid is a different team with Bellingham.
Last season, the England international played as a false nine in both La Liga Madrid derbies and failed to have a large impact on either game. Not only will he be back in a similar role on Sunday, but he is also dealing with a recurring shoulder injury that could become a factor in such a physical match.With Mbappé out, Vinícius Júnior is the man to watch for Real Madrid.
Vinícius Jr. might only have three goals in nine appearances for Real Madrid so far this season, but he still leads the team's attack from the left-wing. Whether he is taking on players or sending clever balls to his teammates in the final third, the 24-year-old's dominance with the ball at his feet usually leads to most of Los Blancos' success.
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