According to a report by Madrid Universal on Wednesday November 4, 2026, Real Madrid are aiming to maintain their perfect record in the UEFA Champions League when they face AEK Athens in Greece, having secured victories in their opening three matches.

The Spanish giants defeated Inter Milan, AS Roma and RB Leipzig in their previous fixtures and will be determined to collect another three points to make it four consecutive victories.

Ahead of the encounter, manager Jose Mourinho has officially confirmed his starting eleven, with Brazilian defender Eder Militao attracting particular attention after recovering from a lengthy injury.

Militao makes his first start of the campaign after returning to action against Sevilla in October, following more than six months on the sidelines. He partners Antonio Rudiger in central defence.

Ibrahima Konate and Dean Huijsen are consequently left out of the starting lineup, while Denzel Dumfries replaces Trent Alexander-Arnold at right-back. Marc Cucurella retains his position on the opposite flank, with Thibaut Courtois starting in goal.

In midfield, Eduardo Camavinga receives an opportunity from the beginning, replacing fellow Frenchman Aurelien Tchouameni, who has been rested for this European fixture.

Camavinga will operate alongside Bernardo Silva in the double pivot, while Federico Valverde misses out on a starting position following his recent recovery from a minor injury.

Vinicius Junior also returns to the starting eleven, with his four-match suspension applying only to domestic competitions and not affecting his availability in the Champions League.

The Brazilian occupies his familiar position on the left wing, while in-form youngster Yan Diomande starts on the opposite flank, providing attacking options for Madrid.

Jude Bellingham and Kylian Mbappe complete Mourinho's attacking selection as Real Madrid prepare to continue their impressive European campaign with another important performance against AEK Athens.