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Real Madrid kicks off their UEFA Champions League title defense against Stuttgart from the Bundesliga on September 17.
This match marks the first day of Matchday 1 under the new league phase format that will be implemented for the 2024/25 season.
Stuttgart secured second place in the German league last season, finishing just behind Bayer Leverkusen. They are returning to the Champions League for the first time in 14 years. Head coach Sebastian Hoeness expressed that his players were eager to compete at the Santiago Bernabeu, and they will aim to impress against the reigning European champions.
For Madrid, this match will be their first Champions League appearance since the signing of star player Kylian Mbappe, who is on a mission to secure the trophy.
The Sporting News will provide live commentary and updates for the Real Madrid vs. Stuttgart match.
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Score Update: Real Madrid vs. Stuttgart
| 1st Half | Goalscorers | |
| Real Madrid | 0 | |
| Stuttgart | 0 |
Expected Lineups:
Real Madrid (4-2-3-1): 1. Thibaut Courtois (GK) — 2. Dani Carvajal, 3. Eder Militao, 22. Antonio Rudiger, 23. Ferland Mendy — 8. Federico Valverde, 14. Aurelien Tchouameni — 11. Rodrygo, 5. Jude Bellingham, 7. Vinicius Junior — 9. Kylian Mbappe
Stuttgart (4-2-2-2): 33. Alexander Nubel (GK) — 4. Josha Vagnoman, 45. Anrie Chase, 24. Jeff Chabot, 7. Maximilian Mittelstadt — 16. Atakan Karazor, 6. Angelo Stiller — 32. Fabian Rieder, 18. Jamie Leweling — 9. Ermedin Demirovic, 26. Deniz Undav
Live Updates, Highlights, and Commentary
2 hours before kick-off: The UEFA Champions League is set to start again, and the spotlight is on the titleholders. Real Madrid will face Stuttgart, making their return to the tournament for the first time since 2010.
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— Real Madrid C.F. (@realmadriden) September 17, 2024
Kickoff Details
The UEFA Champions League duel will start at Santiago Bernabeu in Madrid at 9 p.m. local time.
Here’s a quick guide on the kickoff timings across major regions:
| Date | Kickoff Time | |
| USA | Tues, Sep. 17 | 3:00 p.m. ET |
| Canada | Tues, Sep. 17 | 3:00 p.m. ET |
| UK | Tues, Sep. 17 | 8:00 p.m. BST |
| Australia | Weds, Sep. 18 | 5:00 a.m. AEDT |
| India | Weds, Sep. 18 | 12:30 a.m. IST |
Team News and Lineups
Coach Ancelotti anticipates that Jude Bellingham and Aurelien Tchouameni will be fit to play. Bellingham is confirmed to start, as reported by AS in Spain.
Eduardo Camavinga remains out, along with Dani Ceballos and Brahim Diaz. Rodrygo is expected to return to the lineup, possibly replacing Arda Guler.
Predicted Real Madrid XI (4-2-3-1): Courtois (GK) — Carvajal, Militao, Rudiger, Mendy — Valverde, Tchouameni — Rodrygo, Bellingham, Vinicius — Mbappe
Injuries: Camavinga, Ceballos, Diaz, Alaba
Suspended: None
Hoeness plans to maintain a 4-2-2-2 formation similar to their last match against Borussia Monchengladbach.
Japanese talent Anrie Chase is expected to retain his position due to injuries within the team. Ermedin Demirovic, who has netted four goals in five matches since his arrival from Augsburg, will lead the front line.
Predicted Stuttgart XI (4-2-2-2): Nubel (GK) — Vagnoman, Chase, Chabot, Mittelstadt — Karazor, Stiller — Rieder, Leweling — Demirovic, Undav
Injured: Al-Dakhil, Frans Kratzig, Stergiou (doubt), Zagadou (doubt)
Suspended: None
Where to Watch the Live Stream
Here are the broadcast details for the match in major regions:
United States:
- TV Channels: TUDN USA, UniMas
Live Streaming: Paramount+, Fubo, ViX, TUDN.com, Univision Now, TUDN App
The match will be broadcasted live on TUDN USA, with Spanish commentary available on UniMas. Stream options include Paramount+, Fubo, and more.
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