Atletico Madrid vs Real Madrid: Spanish La Liga preview, head-to-head & prediction
Atletico Madrid meet Real Madrid in Spanish La Liga, with kick-off on Sunday 20 September 2026 at 14:15 UTC. Here's the head-to-head record, how both sides are shaping up and what to expect — all from SportScore's live data.
Head-to-head
The two sides have met 72 times. Atletico Madrid have won 15, Real Madrid 36, with 21 draws.
| Date | Competition | Result |
|---|---|---|
| 22 Mar 2026 | Spanish La Liga | Real Madrid 3–2 Atletico Madrid |
| 08 Jan 2026 | Supercopa de España | Atletico Madrid 1–2 Real Madrid |
| 27 Sep 2025 | Spanish La Liga | Atletico Madrid 5–2 Real Madrid |
| 12 Mar 2025 | UEFA Champions League | Atletico Madrid 4–4 Real Madrid |
| 04 Mar 2025 | UEFA Champions League | Real Madrid 2–1 Atletico Madrid |
Recent form
Atletico Madrid are inconsistent recently — W L L W D from their last 5 (W2 D1 L2).
- W v Real Sociedad (3–0)
- L v Liverpool (1–2)
- L v Athletic Club (0–3)
- W v Sevilla FC (3–1)
- D v Villarreal CF (2–2)
Real Madrid are in excellent form — W W L W W from their last 5 (W4 D0 L1).
- W v Rayo Vallecano (4–1)
- W v Inter Milan (2–1)
- L v Real Betis (0–1)
- W v Malaga (4–0)
- W v Real Sociedad (4–1)
What to expect
Real Madrid arrive in the better shape and carry real momentum, though Atletico Madrid will back themselves at this level. A tight contest looks likely.
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