Atletico Madrid vs Real Madrid: Super Cup History and Head-to-Head Stats

Real Madrid secured a spot in the Spanish Super Cup final by defeating Atletico Madrid in a thrilling semi-final match held in Jeddah, Saudi Arabia. The match showcased remarkable performances and pivotal moments that determined the outcome.

Key Match Highlights

• Federico Valverde scored an impressive free-kick just 77 seconds into the match.
• Rodrygo increased the lead to 2-0 with a goal in the 55th minute.
• Alexander Sorloth scored for Atletico, narrowing the gap but was unable to equalize.

Early Dominance by Real Madrid

Valverde’s fantastic 30-yard free-kick flew past Atletico goalkeeper Jan Oblak, giving Los Blancos an early lead. This quick goal set the tone for the match, showcasing Real Madrid’s immediate intent.

Second Half Action

Rodrygo’s second goal came shortly after halftime. He skillfully controlled a pass from Valverde, maneuvering past defender Robin Le Normand before finishing expertly.

Atletico’s Conceded Efforts

Despite their efforts, which included a total of 22 attempts, Atletico Madrid struggled to find the net. Sorloth’s goal provided a brief glimmer of hope, but they failed to capitalize on several opportunities.

Relevant Statistics

Upcoming Final against Barcelona

With this victory, Real Madrid will face Barcelona in the final match of the Super Cup. This will be the second Clasico of the season, following their earlier 2-1 win over Barcelona at the Bernabeu in October.

Future of the Spanish Super Cup

The tournament is being hosted in Jeddah, Saudi Arabia, following an extended agreement with the Spanish Football Federation (RFEF) to hold the event in the country until 2029. This development highlights the growing partnership between Saudi Arabia and Spanish football.

As both teams look forward to the final, fans can expect an exciting clash steeped in history and rivalry.