Atletico Madrid vs Real Madrid: Head-to-Head Stats and Recent Meetings

Atletico Madrid host Real Madrid at Riyadh Air Metropolitano in Madrid on 20 September 2026, with kick-off scheduled for 14:15 UTC in La Liga Regular Season - 7. The league table underlines the importance of this derby: Atletico Madrid come into the fixture in 5th place with 10 points and a goal difference of +4, while Real Madrid sit 2nd with 12 points and a +10 differential.

With both clubs targeting the top of the La Liga standings, this edition of the city derby carries significant implications for the early-season title and European race. Atletico Madrid vs Real Madrid stats from both league form and previous direct clashes suggest a finely balanced contest between an efficient Atletico side and a high-scoring Real Madrid team.

Head-to-head record

The overall Atletico Madrid vs Real Madrid head-to-head record from the recent competitive timeline shows a tightly contested rivalry with no clear dominant side across the listed matches.

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

Atletico Madrid vs Real Madrid Timeline & Historical Context

The Atletico Madrid vs Real Madrid timeline in the recent data begins with a UEFA Champions League Round of 16 tie in the 2024 season. On 4 March 2025 at Estadio Santiago Bernabéu, Real Madrid defeated Atletico Madrid 2-1 after a 1-1 half-time score in the first leg of the Round of 16. Atletico responded on 12 March 2025 at Riyadh Air Metropolitano, winning 1-0 after leading 1-0 at half-time; however, the tie was decided on penalties, with the match officially recorded as 1-0 after extra time and Real Madrid prevailing 4-2 in the shootout.

The rivalry then shifted back to La Liga. On 27 September 2025 at Metropolitano Stadium in Madrid, Atletico Madrid produced a statement 5-2 home victory over Real Madrid, having been level 2-2 at half-time in a high-scoring league encounter. This was followed by a Super Cup Semi-finals clash on 8 January 2026 at King Abdullah Sports City in Jeddah, where Real Madrid edged Atletico Madrid 2-1. Real Madrid led 1-0 at half-time and managed to close out the win in regular time.

The most recent entry in the Atletico Madrid vs Real Madrid timeline came on 22 March 2026 in La Liga Regular Season - 29 at Estadio Santiago Bernabéu. Atletico Madrid led 1-0 at half-time, but Real Madrid turned the match around to win 3-2 after 90 minutes. Taken together, this sequence of Champions League, La Liga and Super Cup fixtures underlines how competitive and often dramatic this derby has been across different competitions.

Atletico Madrid vs Real Madrid Head to Head Overall Breakdown

The head-to-head numbers underline how balanced this fixture has been in recent competitive meetings, with both sides finding the net regularly.

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 (Atletico Madrid home): 3 matches played here — Atletico Madrid won 2 (as home side), Real Madrid won 0 (as away side), 1 draw (including the Round of 16 match decided by penalties)
• At Estadio Santiago Bernabéu (Real Madrid home): 2 matches played here — Real Madrid won 2 (as home side), Atletico Madrid won 0 (as away side), 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 form in La Liga 2026 season to date has been solid, with 3 wins, 1 draw and 1 defeat from 5 matches. They have scored 10 goals and conceded 6, reflecting a side that combines attacking productivity with generally stable defending. At home, Atletico are unbeaten with 1 win and 1 draw, scoring 4 and conceding 2, while their away record of 2 wins and 1 loss underlines their ability to pick up results on the road.

• Recent Results Summary: Win 3, Draw 1, Lose 1 (season to date)

Last 5 Real Madrid Matches Results and Stats

Real Madrid arrive in the derby with a stronger early-season record in La Liga 2026, having won 4 and lost 1 of their 5 matches so far. They have scored 14 goals and conceded just 4, highlighting a potent attack and a defence that has been difficult to break down. At home, Real Madrid have been perfect with 3 wins from 3, scoring 12 and allowing only 2, while their away form shows 1 win and 1 defeat with an even goal record of 2 scored and 2 conceded.

• Recent Results Summary: Win 4, Draw 0, Lose 1 (season to date)

Historical Statistical Verdict

The historical numbers and current form paint a nuanced picture ahead of this La Liga clash. Across the last five competitive meetings, Atletico Madrid and Real Madrid are level on wins, but Real Madrid have a slight edge in total goals scored and have taken both matches at Estadio Santiago Bernabéu. Atletico, however, have been strong at home in this fixture, winning two and drawing one of the three listed encounters as hosts, including a notable 5-2 league victory. In the league table and season-to-date statistics, Real Madrid show the more explosive attack and superior goal difference, while Atletico Madrid bring resilience, an unbeaten home league record and proven capacity to trouble their city rivals at Riyadh Air Metropolitano. Overall, the stats suggest a high-intensity derby where Real Madrid’s offensive power is balanced by Atletico’s strong home track record in direct meetings.

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