Atletico Madrid vs Real Madrid

Atletico Madrid enters this meeting after a strong showing, having won their two most recent La Liga fixtures, including a 4:0 home win against Osasuna on September 16 and a 3:0 away win against Real Sociedad on September 13. Over the five matches where we hold player statistics, Álex Baena has led the side with three goals and one assist, while J. Oblak has recorded 13 saves. Real Madrid has been in prolific form, winning five of their six listed matches, including a 3:2 win at Elche on September 15 and a 4:1 win at home against Rayo Vallecano on September 12. Kylian Mbappé has been their standout performer with eight goals and two assists over their six listed matches, supported by T. Courtois, who has made 21 saves.

The recent history between these two sides is closely contested, with each team winning twice and sharing one draw across their five most recent meetings. Atletico Madrid won 5:2 at home in September 2025, while Real Madrid claimed a 3:2 victory in their most recent encounter in March 2026.

• Real Madrid is without Eder Militao, F. Mendy, and Rodrygo, three players ruled out.
• Atletico Madrid faces this match without P. Barrios and with A. Sorloth in doubt.
• Kylian Mbappé has been highly productive for Real Madrid with eight goals over the listed matches.
• J. David has been an efficient presence for Atletico Madrid, recording two goals and one assist in his two appearances.
• Real Madrid has been more clinical in the first half, scoring 11 goals across their six matches.

Real Madrid looks well placed given their high-scoring form and the influence of Kylian Mbappé, who has eight goals over the listed matches. While Atletico Madrid has shown resilience at home and features J. David, who has two goals and one assist over the listed matches, the visitors have shown a sharper attacking edge in the opening stages of their recent fixtures. The match promises to be competitive, but Real Madrid appears to have the momentum.