In a press conference earlier today, Dembélé addressed concerns about his fitness. “I wasn’t worried about missing the final,” he stated. “We’ve had ten to fifteen days to prepare, and the medical team handled my recovery perfectly. I’m at 100%, the team is ready, and we’ve approached this match with complete focus. We’re just hoping it all goes well.”

The 2025 Ballon d’Or winner soon put his words into action, taking to the pitch at the Puskás Aréna for a brief self-directed workout. While teammates worked on shooting drills, Dembélé ran solo sprints, testing his calf without any immediate complications. He rejoined the session afterward, showing no signs of discomfort.