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(Football result) - The Madrid derby at Riyadh Air Metropolitano concluded with an unexpected scenario when Atletico Madrid triumphed 5-2 against Real Madrid.

Atletico Madrid started energetically and quickly took the lead through a sharp header by Robin Le Normand. However, Real Madrid demonstrated their class by equalizing and then taking the lead with goals from Kylian Mbappe and Arda Guler. Just when many expected a tough time for the home side, Atletico suddenly surged back with an accurate header from Alexander Sorloth to level the score at 2-2 right before halftime.

The second half featured a stellar performance from Julián Álvarez. The Argentine striker made his mark with a precise penalty kick to put Atletico ahead 3-2, followed by a stunning free kick that extended their lead. In the final minutes, Antoine Griezmann sealed the perfect day with a decisive low shot, confirming a 5-2 win and igniting the Metropolitano stands.

On the other side, Real Madrid maintained possession and created numerous chances through Vinicius Junior, Rodrygo, and Mastantuono, but defensive lapses cost them dearly. Even in set-piece situations, “Los Blancos” were repeatedly exploited by Atletico, resulting in goals.

This victory extends Atletico Madrid’s unbeaten streak at home against Real Madrid to three matches in La Liga and sends a strong message about their ambitions this season. For Real Madrid, the heavy defeat in the derby not only affects their points tally but also raises concerns about defensive stability under coach Xabi Alonso.

Once again, the Madrid derby proved why it is one of the most thrilling matches in La Liga: fast-paced, dramatic, with continuous goals and overwhelming emotions. Fans can look forward to an exciting title race for the rest of the season as Real Madrid risks falling behind Barcelona after this round.

Starting Lineup

Atl. Madrid Coach: Simeone D.

4-4-2

13. Oblak

14. Llorente
24. Le Normand
15. Lenglet
17. Hancko

20. Simeone
8. Barrios
6. Koke
23. Gonzalez

9. Sorloth
19. Alvarez

10. Mbappe
5. Bellingham

7. Vinicius Junior
14. Tchouameni
8. Valverde
15. Guler

18. Carreras
24. Huijsen
3. Eder Militao
2. Carvajal

1. Courtois

Real Madrid Coach: Alonso X.

4-4-2

Substitutes

Baena

Galan

Gallagher

Griezmann

Kostis

Martin

Molina

Musso

Pubill

Raspadori

Ruggeri

Seidu

Alaba

Asencio

Camavinga

Ceballos

Diaz

Endrick

Garcia

Lunin

Mastantuono

Mestre

Rodrygo

Coach

Simeone D.

Alonso X.

1.84

Expected Goals (xG)

0.58

38%

Ball Possession

62%

Total Shots

Shots on Target

Dangerous Chances

Corners

79% (240/302)

Pass Accuracy

88% (457/521)

Yellow Cards

Main	TR	T	H	B	HS	D
1 Real Madrid	7	6	0	1	8	18
2 Barcelona	6	5	1	0	15	16
3 Villarreal	6	4	1	1	7	13
4 Atl. Madrid	7	3	3	1	5	12
5 Espanyol	7	3	3	1	1	12
6 Getafe	7	3	2	2	-1	11
7 Elche	6	2	4	0	3	10
8 Ath Bilbao	6	3	1	2	0	10
9 Betis	6	2	3	1	2	9
10 Alaves	6	2	2	2	0	8
11 Valencia	6	2	2	2	-2	8
12 Sevilla	6	2	1	3	0	7
13 Osasuna	6	2	1	3	0	7
14 Rayo Vallecano	6	1	2	3	-2	5
15 Celta Vigo	6	0	5	1	-2	5
16 Levante	7	1	2	4	-3	5
17 Real Sociedad	6	1	2	3	-3	5
18 R. Oviedo	6	1	0	5	-9	3
19 Girona	7	0	3	4	-13	3
20 Mallorca	6	0	2	4	-6	2