Atletico Madrid vs Real Madrid Stats: Head-to-head Analysis

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 in the table on 10 points and Real Madrid 2nd on 12 points, adding extra weight to an already high-stakes city clash. For anyone studying Atletico Madrid vs Real Madrid stats, this fixture offers a direct test of both sides’ early-season credentials.

Atletico Madrid have started the 2026 La Liga campaign with 3 wins, 1 draw and 1 defeat, scoring 10 and conceding 6, while Real Madrid have opened with 4 wins and 1 loss, scoring 14 and conceding 4. With Champions League qualification and title ambitions in play, the derby at Riyadh Air Metropolitano is likely to shape the narrative of the season’s early rounds and will be central to any analysis of Atletico Madrid vs Real Madrid stats.

Head-to-head record

The record shows a tightly contested modern derby, with both sides trading significant results 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 recent Atletico Madrid vs Real Madrid timeline illustrates how finely balanced this rivalry has been across multiple competitions. 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 half-time scoreline, taking an early lead in that European tie. Eight days later, on 12 March 2025 at Riyadh Air Metropolitano, Atletico Madrid responded with a 1-0 win after 90 and then 120 minutes in the return leg, having led 1-0 at half-time, before Real Madrid advanced by winning 4-2 on penalties. That two-legged confrontation underlined how narrow the margins have been when continental stakes are on the line.

Domestic clashes have been equally dramatic. On 27 September 2025 in La Liga Regular Season - 7 at Metropolitano Stadium, Atletico Madrid produced a statement 5-2 home victory over Real Madrid, after a breathless first half ended 2-2. That result showcased Atletico’s attacking potential at home and stands out as one of the most striking scorelines in the recent Atletico Madrid vs Real Madrid timeline. In the Spanish Super Cup Semi-finals on 8 January 2026 at King Abdullah Sports City in Jeddah, Real Madrid edged a 2-1 win over Atletico Madrid, leading 1-0 at half-time and seeing out the contest in regular time to progress in the Super Cup.

The most recent league meeting came on 22 March 2026 in La Liga Regular Season - 29 at Estadio Santiago Bernabéu, where Real Madrid overturned a half-time deficit (0-1) to defeat Atletico Madrid 3-2. That match encapsulated the volatility of this derby: Atletico Madrid capable of striking first, Real Madrid able to respond with sustained attacking pressure. Across these fixtures, the Atletico Madrid vs Real Madrid timeline shows no clear long-term dominance, but rather alternating blows in high-pressure environments.

Atletico Madrid vs Real Madrid Head to Head Overall Breakdown

The overall head-to-head numbers from these five competitive fixtures underline how closely matched the sides have been, with both teams enjoying big wins and suffering painful defeats.

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 2 (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

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 in La Liga 2026 reflects a solid, if not flawless, start. Across 5 league matches they have 3 wins, 1 draw and 1 defeat, with a total of 10 goals scored and 6 conceded. At home, Atletico Madrid are unbeaten with 1 win and 1 draw, scoring 4 and conceding 2, supported by a generally compact defence that allows an average of 1 goal per home match. Their overall scoring rate of 2 goals per game suggests they arrive at this derby with credible attacking output, while 2 clean sheets and only 1 match without scoring highlight a balanced profile between solidity and offensive threat.

• 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 2026 form to date is strong and more aggressive in attacking terms. Over 5 matches they have recorded 4 wins and 1 defeat, with no draws. They have scored 14 goals and conceded just 4, averaging 2.8 goals per game while allowing only 0.8. At home, Real Madrid have been particularly dominant with 3 wins from 3, 12 goals scored and 2 conceded, while their away record stands at 1 win and 1 loss, with 2 goals scored and 2 conceded. The numbers point to a side that typically controls matches, creates chances in volume and concedes relatively few, even if there has been one away setback.

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

Historical Statistical Verdict

Across the five most recent competitive meetings, the historical record between Atletico Madrid and Real Madrid is remarkably balanced: 2 wins each and 1 draw (after 120 minutes) with a narrow 11-10 goal edge in Real Madrid’s favour. Venue trends are clear: Atletico Madrid have been strong at Riyadh Air Metropolitano and Metropolitano Stadium, winning 2 of 3 home derbies and avoiding defeat in normal and extra time in all three, while Real Madrid have been perfect at Estadio Santiago Bernabéu in this sample. Current La Liga 2026 form adds another layer: Atletico Madrid are solid and efficient at both ends, whereas Real Madrid bring a more explosive attacking profile and sit higher in the table. Overall, the stats suggest a high-intensity derby where home advantage and Atletico’s strong home H2H record counterbalance Real Madrid’s superior early-season numbers, pointing towards a finely poised contest rather than a clear favourite.

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