Atletico Madrid defeated city rivals Real Madrid 2-1 in a feisty La Liga derby, moving above them into second place in the table after Real were reduced to 10 men.
Key facts
- Atletico Madrid beat Real Madrid 2-1 in the La Liga derby.
- Real Madrid played much of the match with 10 men.
- Dean Huijsen was sent off early in the second half for pulling down Giuliano Simeone in the box.
- The result lifted Atletico above Real Madrid into second place in La Liga.
Atletico Madrid claimed a 2-1 victory over city rivals Real Madrid in a tense and feisty La Liga derby, according to Al Jazeera and the BBC.
The match hinged on a red card early in the second half. Al Jazeera reported that Real Madrid defender Dean Huijsen was sent off for pulling down Atletico’s Giuliano Simeone in the box, leaving Real to play the remainder of the game with 10 men.
Despite being reduced to 10 men, Real Madrid were able to find the net once, but Atletico’s two goals proved decisive in a closely fought contest described by both outlets as feisty.
The BBC reported that the win moved Atletico Madrid above their rivals into second place in the La Liga table, underlining the significance of the result beyond local bragging rights.
Al Jazeera’s live coverage described the encounter as a tense derby clash throughout, with Atletico edging the 10-man visitors by a single goal.
Why it matters
The Madrid derby is one of the most closely watched fixtures in world football, and its outcome can shape the early shape of the La Liga title race. Atletico's win, achieved against 10-man Real, lifted them above their rivals into second place in the standings.
Frequently asked questions
What was the final score in the Madrid derby?
Atletico Madrid beat Real Madrid 2-1, according to Al Jazeera and the BBC.
Why did Real Madrid play with 10 men?
Al Jazeera reported that Dean Huijsen was sent off early in the second half for pulling down Giuliano Simeone in the box.
How did the result affect the La Liga table?
The BBC reported that the win moved Atletico Madrid above Real Madrid into second place in La Liga.