Real Madrid secured a vital 2–1 win over Atlético Madrid

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Real Madrid secured a vital 2–1 win over Atlético Madrid 

Real Madrid secured a vital 2–1 win over Atlético Madrid in today’s Spanish Super Cup semifinal held at King Abdullah Sports City in Jeddah. The victory sends Real through to the Supercopa final, where they will face FC Barcelona.

Match Summary

Real Madrid got off to the perfect start when Federico Valverde opened the scoring early in the game, giving Los Blancos the lead and setting the tone for the derby.

Despite heavy pressure from Real, Atlético Madrid fought back, and Alexander Sørloth found the net for Atleti midway through the second half to level the score and reignite hope for Diego Simeone’s side.

However, Rodrygo restored Real Madrid’s advantage later in the match with a composed finish, ultimately deciding the contest and booking Real’s place in Sunday’s final.

Key Performances

• Valverde was influential in midfield and provided the early spark with his goal.

• Rodrygo demonstrated his attacking quality again by scoring the winner when it mattered most.

• For Atlético, Sørloth’s goal showed his value in the final third, but Atleti couldn’t find an equalizer.

Tactical Notes

Real Madrid dominated possession and kept the game under control for large periods. Their blend of experience and young talent proved decisive. Atlético showed resilience and tactical discipline but lacked the cutting edge to overturn the deficit.

What This Means

With this win, Real Madrid advances to the 2026 Spanish Super Cup final, keeping alive their hopes of adding another trophy to their season. Meanwhile, Atlético Madrid’s campaign ends in disappointment, but the team can still focus on La Liga and other competitions.