Real Madrid announces squad for historic match against AEK Athens

Real Madrid has finalized its squad for the upcoming historic match against AEK Athens, scheduled for Wednesday, November 4, 2026, at the Nea Filadelfeia stadium. The team concluded its final training session at Valdebebas on Tuesday morning before departing for Greece, electing to bypass additional training in Athens. Manager Jose Mourinho is set to address a press conference at 18:30 local time today.

The final roster includes Federico Valverde and Vinicius Junior, who have been cleared for participation. However, several key players remain unavailable due to injury, specifically Arda Guler, Aurelien Tchouameni, Benjamin Mendy, and Raul Asencio. The squad features notable names including Thibaut Courtois, Jude Bellingham, Kylian Mbappe, and Endrick, alongside various defensive and midfield reinforcements to address the tactical gaps caused by these absences.

While early reports suggested significant uncertainty regarding the lineup due to multiple injuries, the club successfully integrated Valverde and Vinicius into the travel party. The visitors face a tactical challenge in managing their performance levels against AEK, as they prepare for the expected intense atmosphere at the stadium.