Tchouameni set to start for Real Madrid against Atletico Madrid
2 sources • 1 min read • Latest: Sep 15, 2026, 2:20 PM
Last updated Sep 15, 2026
Aurelien Tchouameni is expected to return to Real Madrid’s starting XI for their upcoming derby against Atletico Madrid. The midfielder has recovered well from injuries alongside Thiago Pitarch and Endrick, with Tchouameni deemed the most match-ready of the trio. His presence is seen as crucial for Madrid, given the physical nature of the encounter. Manager Jose Mourinho has been cautious in Tchouameni’s recovery but is now ready to utilize him to enhance the team's balance and structure. Pitarch and Endrick are still behind Tchouameni in fitness but may play roles after the international break.
- •Tchouameni could start against Atletico Madrid after injury recovery.
- •Mourinho values Tchouameni for his defensive and structural contributions.
- •Pitarch and Endrick are back in training but less match-ready.
- •The derby demands physicality, benefiting from Tchouameni's skill set.
- 2:20 PMYahoo Sports — Real Madrid taking no risks with key midfielder’s return after injury; could play 30 mins vs Elche
- 11:50 AMYahoo Sports — Real Madrid key midfielder ready to start vs Atletico Madrid after strong return from injury
"Real Madrid have had a few injuries to contend with since the start of the season, with Aurelien Tchouameni, Thiago Pitarch and Endrick all serving spells on the sidelines.The trio are back in trainin...
"Aurelien Tchouameni’s return from an injury layoff is progressing slowly but steadily. According to AS, Real Madrid are taking no chances with the French midfielder as he works his way back to full ...
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External links- Yahoo SportsSep 15, 2026, 2:20 PMReal Madrid taking no risks with key midfielder’s return after injury; could play 30 mins vs Elche
Aurelien Tchouameni’s return from an injury layoff is progressing slowly but steadily. According to AS, Real Madrid are taking no chances with the French midfielder as he works his way back to full ...
- Yahoo SportsSep 14, 2026, 11:50 AMReal Madrid key midfielder ready to start vs Atletico Madrid after strong return from injury
Real Madrid have had a few injuries to contend with since the start of the season, with Aurelien Tchouameni, Thiago Pitarch and Endrick all serving spells on the sidelines.The trio are back in trainin...
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