Atlético Madrid Stun Real Madrid with Historic 5-2 Derby Victory
On 27th September 2025, Spanish football witnessed one of its most dramatic and shocking results as Atlético Madrid demolished Real Madrid 5-2 at the Metropolitano in a fiery La Liga derby. The result not only shook the title race but also marked a historic moment, as it was the first time in 75 years that Atlético had scored five goals against their fiercest rivals in a league encounter.
The match began at a frantic pace with Real Madrid taking the lead through Kylian Mbappé, who converted an early chance with his trademark composure. Atlético, however, refused to be intimidated and hit back quickly through Julián Álvarez, who equalized from the penalty spot. Real restored their advantage when Arda Güler curled in a fine strike, making it 2-1 to the visitors and silencing the home fans.
But what followed was nothing short of extraordinary. Inspired by manager Diego Simeone’s relentless energy on the touchline, Atlético launched a spirited comeback. Álvarez struck again, this time with a stunning free-kick that left Real’s goalkeeper helpless. The momentum completely shifted in Atlético’s favor as goals from Ángel Correa and Samuel Lino gave the home side a commanding 4-2 lead.
In stoppage time, Antoine Griezmann added the final flourish, calmly slotting in to complete the historic rout. The Metropolitano erupted in celebration, with fans realizing they had witnessed a once-in-a-generation derby triumph.
The result not only ended Real Madrid’s unbeaten run but also highlighted Atlético’s resilience and attacking firepower. For Simeone, who has often been criticized for his defensive style of play, this performance was a statement of intent that his team could dominate in attack as well. Speaking after the match, an emotional Simeone praised his squad’s collective spirit, saying, “We believed until the end, and today the players showed what Atlético is all about.”
For Real Madrid, the heavy defeat exposed defensive vulnerabilities and raised questions about their ability to handle high-pressure games, despite boasting stars like Mbappé, Vinícius Júnior, and Bellingham.
This unforgettable 5-2 derby result will go down in La Liga history as one of Atlético Madrid’s most iconic victories and a turning point in the 2025 title race.
