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Atlético de Madrid edges Real Madrid in a controversial derby

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Last updated Sep 21, 2026

Atlético de Madrid edges Real Madrid in a controversial derby

Summary

Atlético de Madrid triumphed over Real Madrid 2-1 in a tense Madrid derby held at the Metropolitano Stadium. Key players Giuliano Simeone and Koke led Atleti’s offense, while Real finished the match with 10 men after Huijsen was sent off. The match was marred by controversial refereeing decisions, with José Mourinho voicing frustration over perceived missed calls. Diego Simeone defended his team's tactics against Mourinho's criticisms. Meanwhile, FC Barcelona received troubling news with Andreas Christensen set to be sidelined for six weeks due to injury. In other news, Ferran Torres starred with a goal in Paris Saint-Germain's victory over Olympique de Marseille.

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Status Watch

•Atlético wins 2-1 against Real Madrid at Metropolitano Stadium.
•Giuliano Simeone and Koke score for Atleti.
•Real Madrid's Huijsen receives a red card.
•José Mourinho criticizes refereeing decisions post-match.
•Andreas Christensen out for six weeks with injury.

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The Madrid derby leaves behind a trail of refereeing controversy, exchanges of statements between the benches, injury setbacks for Barcelona, and standout international performances.Atleti take the co...
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