Atletico Madrid vs Real Madrid Stats: Head-to-Head Record Before Match

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 derby arrives with Atletico Madrid sitting 5th on 10 points and Real Madrid 2nd on 12 points, setting up a high-stakes clash in the early league standings. For anyone studying Atletico Madrid vs Real Madrid stats, this fixture offers another key data point in a consistently intense rivalry.

Atletico Madrid have started the 2026 La Liga season with 3 wins, 1 draw and 1 defeat, scoring 10 and conceding 6, while Real Madrid have 4 wins and 1 loss, with 14 goals scored and only 4 conceded. With Champions League and Europa League ambitions already shaping the table, the margin for error is small, and this derby could significantly influence both the title race and the European qualification picture.

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

The available Atletico Madrid vs Real Madrid timeline highlights a recent period of balance, with both clubs trading significant results in La Liga, the Super Cup, and the UEFA Champions League. Each competition has added its own layer of narrative, from domestic league swings to knockout drama.

On 4 March 2025 in the UEFA Champions League Round of 16 at Estadio Santiago Bernabéu, Real Madrid defeated Atletico Madrid 2-1, after a 1-1 score at half-time. That European tie then shifted to Riyadh Air Metropolitano on 12 March 2025, where Atletico Madrid won 1-0 after extra time (1-0 at full time), before Real Madrid prevailed 4-2 on penalties. That match is officially recorded as a draw, underlining how fine the margins have been on the continental stage.

Domestic encounters have been equally dramatic. In La Liga Regular Season - 7 on 27 September 2025 at Metropolitano Stadium, Atletico Madrid produced a statement 5-2 home win over Real Madrid, having been level 2-2 at half-time. The momentum shifted again in the Super Cup Semi-finals on 8 January 2026 at King Abdullah Sports City in Jeddah, where Real Madrid beat Atletico Madrid 2-1, leading 1-0 at the break. Most recently, in La Liga Regular Season - 29 on 22 March 2026 at Estadio Santiago Bernabéu, Real Madrid overturned a 0-1 half-time deficit to win 3-2, reinforcing how volatile this fixture remains over ninety minutes.

Atletico Madrid vs Real Madrid Head to Head Overall Breakdown

The head-to-head numbers across these five recent competitive meetings show a near deadlock in both results and scoring output.

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: 3 matches played here — Atletico Madrid won 1 (as home side), Real Madrid won 1 (as away side), 1 draw
• At Estadio Santiago Bernabéu: 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 season-to-date La Liga form over 5 matches reads 3 wins, 1 draw and 1 defeat, with a solid blend of attacking productivity and defensive resilience. They average 2.0 goals scored and 1.2 conceded per game, with 2 clean sheets and only 1 match without scoring. At home, they have taken 4 points from 2 fixtures, scoring 4 and conceding 2, reflecting a generally strong platform at Riyadh Air Metropolitano.

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

Last 5 Real Madrid Matches Results and Stats

Real Madrid’s La Liga season-to-date profile is even more assertive: 4 wins and 1 loss from 5 matches, with 14 goals scored and just 4 conceded. They average 2.8 goals per game while allowing only 0.8, underlining a potent attack supported by a relatively tight defence. At home they have been dominant, winning all 3 matches with 12 goals for and 2 against, while away they have split 1 win and 1 defeat with a 2-2 aggregate goal record.

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

Historical Statistical Verdict

Across the latest five direct meetings, the Atletico Madrid vs Real Madrid stats point to a finely balanced rivalry: 2 wins each, 1 draw (after penalties), and a narrow 11-10 edge in goals for Real Madrid. Venue patterns matter: Atletico Madrid have been competitive at home, splitting wins, losses, and a draw across three matches, while Real Madrid have been perfect in the two fixtures at Estadio Santiago Bernabéu. Combined with current La Liga form — Atletico Madrid strong but Real Madrid slightly superior in both points and goal difference — the historical and seasonal trends suggest another high-intensity derby with a slight statistical tilt towards Real Madrid, but with enough evidence that Atletico Madrid can match them, especially in front of their own fans.

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