The spotlight falls on the Spanish capital this weekend as the Madrid derby headlines Saturday's La Liga action, with Real Madrid aiming to stretch their perfect start to the 2025-26 campaign against city rivals Atletico.
Los Blancos have been unstoppable so far, racking up 18 points from six straight victories to build a five-point cushion at the summit of the table.
Atletico, on the other hand, enter the clash under a bit of strain, sitting ninth with just nine points to their credit. Diego Simeone's men did manage to snatch a thrilling 3-2 triumph over Rayo Vallecano last time out, courtesy of a stunning hat-trick from Julian Alvarez, which nudged them back into the top half. Still, inconsistency has been their Achilles heel, with only two wins from their opening six league outings.
The Madrid Derby between Atletico and Real Madrid is a fierce rivalry that promises thrilling football. Fans looking to add an extra layer to their experience can benefit from sportsbook promos available in the US, offering special deals and bonus features that turn your predictions into engaging betting opportunities as you watch the capital's giants battle it out.
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Atletico Madrid vs Real Madrid kick-off time
La Liga match between Atletico Madrid and Real Madrid will be played at Riyadh Air Metropolitano in Madrid, Spain.
It will kick off at 7:15 am PT / 10:15 am ET on Saturday, September 27, in the US.
Team news & squads
Atletico Madrid vs Real Madrid lineups
4-4-2
Formation
4-2-3-1
RMAATM-Line up
ATMSubstitutes
Manager
D. Simeone
RMA-Line up
RMASubstitutes
Manager
X. Alonso
Injuries and Suspended players
Injuries and Suspensions
Injuries and Suspensions
Atletico Madrid team news
Diego Simeone faces a few selection dilemmas ahead of the Madrid derby, though the situation on the injury front looks far brighter than it did a few weeks ago.
Summer arrival Alex Baena is back in the mix after recovering from appendicitis surgery. While the midfielder is unlikely to be handed a starting role, he could see minutes off the bench, marking just his second appearance since featuring in the season opener against Espanyol.
There’s also a chance Johnny Cardoso could return after picking up a sprained ankle in training last week. The USMNT international has resumed partial sessions and might be included in the matchday squad. In the attack, Alexander Sorloth is available again after serving a suspension for his red card against Real Mallorca.
On the flip side, it looks almost certain that Jose Maria Gimenez will remain out, with the defender still not back in full training since the Club World Cup in the summer. Midfield playmaker Thiago Almada is also set to stay on the sidelines.
Real Madrid team news
Real Madrid head into the derby still without Trent Alexander-Arnold, Ferland Mendy, and Antonio Rudiger, all sidelined with injuries, but aside from those absences, Xabi Alonso's squad looks in strong shape.
At the back, both Dani Carvajal and Eder Militao are pushing for recalls, while in midfield, Aurelien Tchouameni is also expected to slot back in. The bigger question mark surrounds Jude Bellingham, who may have to settle for a place among the substitutes. Having only just returned from shoulder surgery, Alonso is managing his minutes carefully, which could see Arda Guler retain his role as the creative hub in the No. 10 position.
In attack, Kylian Mbappe is nailed on to lead the line, with Vinicius Junior and teenage sensation Franco Mastantuono likely to flank him. That setup would relegate Rodrygo to the bench, where he'll be joined by the likes of Bellingham and Eduardo Camavinga.
Form
ATM-Form
ATMAtletico Madrid
3
-
2
Rayo Vallecano
W
Mallorca
1
-
1
Atletico Madrid
D
Liverpool
3
-
2
Atletico Madrid
L
Atletico Madrid
2
-
0
Villarreal
W
Deportivo Alaves
1
-
1
Atletico Madrid
D
- Goal Scored (Conceded)
- 9/7
- Games over 2.5 goals
- 2/5
- Both teams scored
- 4/5
RMA-Form
RMALevante
1
-
4
Real Madrid
W
Real Madrid
2
-
0
Espanyol
W
Real Madrid
2
-
1
Marseille
W
Real Sociedad
1
-
2
Real Madrid
W
Real Madrid
2
-
1
Mallorca
W
- Goal Scored (Conceded)
- 12/4
- Games over 2.5 goals
- 4/5
- Both teams scored
- 4/5
Head-to-Head Record
ATMLast 5 matches
RMA0
Wins
3
Draws
2
Wins
Atletico Madrid
1
-
0
Real Madrid
Real Madrid
2
-
1
Atletico Madrid
Real Madrid
1
-
1
Atletico Madrid
Atletico Madrid
1
-
1
Real Madrid
Real Madrid
1
-
1
Atletico Madrid
Goals scored
5- Games over 2.5 goals
- 1/5
- Both teams scored
- 4/5