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Europa League defending champions Atalanta will take on Real Madrid in the UEFA Super Cup this week in Warsaw.
Atalanta against Real Madrid could be one of the most exciting games of the season's opening weeks, featuring two teams that love to play on the front foot, and star players like Jude Bellingham, Kylian Mbappe, and Ademola Lookman.
Lookman in particular, had a fantastic season, capped off by a stunning hat-trick to deliver the Europa League trophy for La Dea, and he will be looking to make a big impact.
Lookman ready to take down Real Madrid
Speaking ahead of the fixture, Lookman said:
“Wonderful, these are the games you want to play since you were a child. Finally, the moment has come, we won the Europa League and we will now play for another trophy.
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"We can't wait, we are preparing with obsessive attention. So yes, we will be ready!
"We don't need great motivation, we will face a top team and it's an appointment with history.
"They are the greatest team in the world in football, it will be an exciting chapter, an exciting opportunity for everyone."
The game is set for Wednesday the 14th at 8 pm WAT.
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