Atletico Madrid vs Real Madrid: Head-to-head Stats and Past Meetings

Atletico Madrid and Real Madrid meet at Riyadh Air Metropolitano in Madrid on 20 September 2026, with kick-off scheduled for 14:15 UTC in La Liga Regular Season - 7. Atletico Madrid come into this derby sitting 5th in the table with 10 points from 5 matches, a goal difference of +4 and a record of 3 wins, 1 draw and 1 defeat. Real Madrid arrive as league leaders’ main contenders, ranked 2nd with 12 points from 5 games, a goal difference of +10 and 4 wins from 5.

This La Liga clash at Riyadh Air Metropolitano carries significant implications for the early-season race at the top. With Atletico Madrid vs Real Madrid stats showing two high-scoring, in-form sides, the stakes are clear: Atletico are pushing to consolidate a Europa League-level position or better, while Real Madrid aim to reinforce their Champions League ambitions and keep pressure on the summit in Spain’s top flight.

Head-to-head record

The record shows a tightly contested recent series between Atletico Madrid and Real Madrid across league, cup and European competition.

• Previous meetings: 5
• Atletico Madrid wins: 2
• Draws: 1
• Real Madrid wins: 2

Atletico Madrid vs Real Madrid Timeline & Historical Context

Looking at the Atletico Madrid vs Real Madrid timeline from the available fixtures, the rivalry has swung back and forth across La Liga, the Super Cup and the UEFA Champions League. The earliest match in this sequence came on 4 March 2025 in the UEFA Champions League Round of 16 at Estadio Santiago Bernabéu, where Real Madrid, as hosts, beat Atletico Madrid 2-1 after a 1-1 first half.

The tie then moved to Riyadh Air Metropolitano on 12 March 2025, again in the Champions League Round of 16. Atletico Madrid won 1-0 in regular time after leading 1-0 at half-time, forcing extra time and eventually a penalty shootout. The match is recorded as 1-0 after extra time, with Real Madrid winning 4-2 on penalties, which counts as a draw in the head-to-head ledger but underlines the razor-thin margins between the sides in European knockout football.

Domestic battles have been equally intense. On 27 September 2025 in La Liga Regular Season - 7 at Metropolitano Stadium, Atletico Madrid, at home, beat Real Madrid 5-2 after a 2-2 first half in a wide-open derby. On 8 January 2026 in the Super Cup Semi-finals at King Abdullah Sports City in Jeddah, Atletico Madrid were nominally the home team but fell 2-1 to Real Madrid after trailing 1-0 at half-time. Most recently, on 22 March 2026 in La Liga Regular Season - 29 at Estadio Santiago Bernabéu, Real Madrid came from 0-1 down at half-time to win 3-2 at home, reinforcing how frequently these fixtures are decided by fine margins.

Atletico Madrid vs Real Madrid Head to Head Overall Breakdown

The overall numbers underline how balanced this modern sequence of derbies has been, with both teams capable of scoring and winning in any venue.

Overall Record & Goals:

• Total Goals Scored: Atletico Madrid 10 - 11 Real Madrid
• Average Goals per Match: Atletico Madrid 2.00 vs Real Madrid 2.20

Venue Split Performance:

• At Riyadh Air Metropolitano / Metropolitano Stadium: 2 matches played here — Atletico Madrid won 1 (as home side), Real Madrid won 0 (as away side), 1 draw (including the match decided on penalties)
• At Estadio Santiago Bernabéu: 2 matches played here — Real Madrid won 2 (as home side), Atletico Madrid won 0 (as away side), 0 draws
• At neutral/other venue (King Abdullah Sports City, Jeddah): 1 match played — Real Madrid won 1 (as away-designated side), Atletico Madrid won 0, 0 draws

Atletico Madrid vs Real Madrid Last Results: Past Direct Meetings

Here are the Atletico Madrid vs Real Madrid last results in recent competitive fixtures:

• 22 March 2026: Real Madrid 3-2 Atletico Madrid (Half-time: 0-1) – La Liga Regular Season - 29
• 8 January 2026: Atletico Madrid 1-2 Real Madrid (Half-time: 0-1) – Super Cup Semi-finals
• 27 September 2025: Atletico Madrid 5-2 Real Madrid (Half-time: 2-2) – La Liga Regular Season - 7
• 12 March 2025: Atletico Madrid 1-0 Real Madrid (Half-time: 1-0) – UEFA Champions League Round of 16 (Real Madrid won 4-2 on penalties)
• 4 March 2025: Real Madrid 2-1 Atletico Madrid (Half-time: 1-1) – UEFA Champions League Round of 16

Recent Form: Last 5 Matches Breakdown

Last 5 Atletico Madrid Matches Results and Stats

Atletico Madrid’s recent La Liga form, season to date, is solid and consistent. Across 5 league matches they have 3 wins, 1 draw and 1 defeat, scoring 10 goals and conceding 6. They have been balanced home and away, averaging 2.0 goals scored per game and 1.2 conceded, with two clean sheets overall and only one match without scoring. Their form guide of WDWLW and a positive goal difference of +4 indicate a side capable of both controlling games at Riyadh Air Metropolitano and threatening in transition.

• Recent Results Summary: Win 3, Draw 1, Lose 1

Last 5 Real Madrid Matches Results and Stats

Real Madrid’s La Liga season to date shows a slightly stronger trajectory. With 4 wins and 1 defeat in 5 matches, they have taken 12 points, scoring 14 and conceding just 4. At home they have been particularly dominant, averaging 4.0 goals scored and 0.7 conceded, while away they have been more measured with 1.0 goal scored and 1.0 conceded per game. The overall form pattern of WWWLW, a goal difference of +10, and only one clean sheet but also only one match without scoring, underline a high-powered attack that still maintains a relatively secure defence.

• Recent Results Summary: Win 4, Draw 0, Lose 1

Historical Statistical Verdict

Across this five-match sample, the historical record between Atletico Madrid and Real Madrid is remarkably even in terms of results, with 2 wins apiece and 1 draw, and only a slight edge to Real Madrid in total goals (11 to 10). Venue patterns suggest strong home performance for both, with Atletico Madrid competitive and often dominant at Riyadh Air Metropolitano and Metropolitano Stadium, while Real Madrid have been perfect at Estadio Santiago Bernabéu. Season-to-date league form marginally favours Real Madrid, who have more wins, a superior goal difference and a more explosive attack. However, Atletico Madrid’s resilience, balanced scoring, and positive home numbers indicate that this derby is likely to remain finely poised, with no clear historical trend pointing to a one-sided outcome.

Atletico Madrid vs Real Madrid H2H Statistics updated on 15 September 2026.