Real Madrid 2-5 Atlético Madrid — Madrid Derby Match Report
Date: 27 September 2025
Venue: Estadio Metropolitano, Madrid
Competition: La Liga 2025/26
⚽ Final Score
Atlético Madrid 5-2 Real Madrid
🔑 Match Overview
Atlético Madrid pulled off a sensational victory over Real Madrid, scoring five goals in a dominant performance that ended Real’s perfect start to the La Liga season. Despite Real’s early goals, Atlético’s response was emphatic and comprehensive.
🎯 Key Moments & Goals
- Real Madrid opened the scoring with early goals through Kylian Mbappé and Arda Güler — giving them a strong start.
- Atlético fought back: Alexander Sørloth equalised, then Julián Álvarez scored twice (including a penalty and a free kick) to put Atlético ahead.
- Antoine Griezmann added another to cement the win.
🧐 Key Takeaways
- This is the first time in ~75 years Atlético have scored five goals in a derby against Real Madrid.
- Real Madrid’s defensive vulnerabilities were exposed, especially in the second half. Atlético used their physicality and aerial strength very effectively.
- Manager Xabi Alonso admitted the performance was below par and stressed the need for improvement, particularly in intensity and defensive organization.
🔍 Implications Moving Forward
- For Real Madrid: This defeat is a wake-up call — perfect season spoiled, defensive frailties and gaps in squad depth highlighted. Recovering mentally and tactically will be essential.
- For Atlético Madrid: Huge boost in confidence and momentum. This result could fuel their hopes of competing for higher positions.
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