Real Madrid atletico - 10 things to know with detail
- 1. The rivalry between Real Madrid and Atletico Madrid is known as the "Madrid Derby" and is one of the most intense and historic rivalries in Spanish football.
- 2. Real Madrid and Atletico Madrid are both based in the city of Madrid and share the same stadium, the Santiago Bernabeu.
- 3. The first meeting between Real Madrid and Atletico Madrid took place on February 21, 1929, in the Copa del Rey, with Atletico winning 2-1.
- 4. Real Madrid has historically been the more successful team, with a record 34 La Liga titles and 13 UEFA Champions League titles, while Atletico has won the La Liga title 10 times and the UEFA Europa League three times.
- 5. The two teams have faced each other over 200 times in various competitions, with Real Madrid holding a slight edge in the head-to-head record.
- 6. Some of the most memorable matches between Real Madrid and Atletico Madrid include the 2014 Champions League final, where Real Madrid won 4-1 after extra time, and the 2016 Champions League final, where Real Madrid won on penalties.
- 7. Both teams have a strong fan base, with Real Madrid supporters known as "Madridistas" and Atletico supporters known as "Colchoneros."
- 8. The rivalry between Real Madrid and Atletico Madrid is not just limited to the pitch, as both clubs also compete for signings, sponsorships, and local bragging rights.
- 9. Some of the most famous players to have played for both Real Madrid and Atletico Madrid include Thibaut Courtois, Hugo Sanchez, and Jose Antonio Reyes.
- 10. The matches between Real Madrid and Atletico Madrid are always highly anticipated and fiercely contested, with both teams giving their all to win the Madrid Derby.