La Liga Regular Season - 30
Atletico Madrid 1 - 2 FT Barcelona
Match Statistics
Possession
Shots
Shots on Target
Expected Goals (xG)
Passes
Pass Accuracy
Corners
Fouls
Yellow Cards
Red Cards
Match Events
22' N. Gonzalez
39' G. Simeone (C. Lenglet)
↓ R. Araujo ↑M. Bernal 40'
M. Rashford (D. Olmo) 42'
Fermin 45'
45' N. Molina
45' Koke
45'+7 N. Gonzalez
HT
46' ↓ Koke ↑M. Ruggeri
↓ Fermin ↑F. Torres 46'
G. Martin 46'
H. Flick 47'
50' J. Musso
53' C. Lenglet
61' ↓ A. Baena ↑J. M. Gimenez
61' ↓ A. Griezmann ↑J. Morcillo
61' ↓ G. Simeone ↑A. Sorloth
↓ M. Bernal ↑J. Kounde 62'
68' ↓ C. Lenglet ↑T. Seidu
↓ E. Garcia ↑Gavi 78'
↓ M. Rashford ↑R. Lewandowski 79'
R. Lewandowski 87'
90'+3 T. Seidu
90'+4 D. Simeone
FT
Player Cards
Our take on every player in this match
Atletico Madrid
Goalkeepers
Juan Musso 
LATE SHIFT
15
Late Mins
15
Late Mins
95
Total Mins
Started
Entry
Defenders
Nahuel Molina 
STORMTROOPER
1
Shots
1
Shots
0
Goals
0
On Target
Robin Le Normand 
ENFORCER
4
Tackles
4
Tackles
5
Duels Won
83%
Win %
Clément Lenglet 
PROVIDER
1
Assists
1
Assists
1
Key Passes
6.9
Rating
Nicolás González 
FRIENDLY FIRE
Red Card
Mistake
Red Card
Mistake
3
Fouls
5.3
Rating
Midfielders
Giuliano Simeone 
SNIPER
100%
Conversion
100%
Conversion
1
Goals
1
Shots
Koke
LATE SHIFT
15
Late Mins
15
Late Mins
45
Total Mins
46
Entry
Obed Vargas
ENFORCER
3
Tackles
3
Tackles
4
Duels Won
80%
Win %
Thiago Almada
LATE SHIFT
15
Late Mins
15
Late Mins
95
Total Mins
Started
Entry
Forwards
Antoine Griezmann
LATE SHIFT
15
Late Mins
15
Late Mins
61
Total Mins
61
Entry
Alejandro Baena
LATE SHIFT
15
Late Mins
15
Late Mins
61
Total Mins
61
Entry
BENCH
Salvi Esquivel 
SPECTATOR
0
Saves
0
Saves
0
Conceded
0
Minutes
Matteo Ruggeri
LATE SHIFT
15
Late Mins
15
Late Mins
50
Total Mins
Started
Entry
José María Giménez
LATE SHIFT
15
Late Mins
15
Late Mins
34
Total Mins
Started
Entry
Aleksa Purić
LATE SHIFT
15
Late Mins
15
Late Mins
0
Total Mins
Started
Entry
Javier Boñar
LATE SHIFT
15
Late Mins
15
Late Mins
0
Total Mins
Started
Entry
Dávid Hancko
LATE SHIFT
15
Late Mins
15
Late Mins
0
Total Mins
Started
Entry
Taufik Seidu
LATE SHIFT
15
Late Mins
15
Late Mins
27
Total Mins
Started
Entry
Javi Morcillo
LATE SHIFT
15
Late Mins
15
Late Mins
34
Total Mins
Started
Entry
Julio Díaz
LATE SHIFT
15
Late Mins
15
Late Mins
0
Total Mins
Started
Entry
Alexander Sørloth
LATE SHIFT
15
Late Mins
15
Late Mins
34
Total Mins
Started
Entry
Ademola Lookman
LATE SHIFT
15
Late Mins
15
Late Mins
0
Total Mins
Started
Entry
Julián Alvarez
LATE SHIFT
15
Late Mins
15
Late Mins
0
Total Mins
Started
Entry
Barcelona
Goalkeepers
Joan García
LATE SHIFT
15
Late Mins
15
Late Mins
95
Total Mins
Started
Entry
Defenders
Ronald Araújo
LATE SHIFT
15
Late Mins
15
Late Mins
40
Total Mins
40
Entry
Pau Cubarsí 
MAGNET
85
Activity
85
Activity
81
Passes
4
Duels
Gerard Martín
LATE SHIFT
15
Late Mins
15
Late Mins
95
Total Mins
Started
Entry
João Cancelo 
ARCHITECT
3
Key Passes
3
Key Passes
0
Assists
42%
Pass Acc
Midfielders
Eric García
LATE SHIFT
12
Late Mins
12
Late Mins
78
Total Mins
78
Entry
Pedri
MAGNET
106
Activity
106
Activity
91
Passes
15
Duels
Lamine Yamal
ARCHITECT
5
Key Passes
5
Key Passes
0
Assists
54%
Pass Acc
Fermín López
STORMTROOPER
2
Shots
2
Shots
0
Goals
1
On Target
Marcus Rashford
SNIPER
50%
Conversion
50%
Conversion
1
Goals
2
Shots
Forwards
Dani Olmo
ARCHITECT
4
Key Passes
4
Key Passes
1
Assists
34%
Pass Acc
BENCH
Wojciech Szczęsny
SPECTATOR
0
Saves
0
Saves
0
Conceded
0
Minutes
Eder Aller
SPECTATOR
0
Saves
0
Saves
0
Conceded
0
Minutes
Jules Koundé
LATE SHIFT
15
Late Mins
15
Late Mins
33
Total Mins
Started
Entry
Xavi Espart
LATE SHIFT
15
Late Mins
15
Late Mins
0
Total Mins
Started
Entry
Alejandro Balde
LATE SHIFT
15
Late Mins
15
Late Mins
0
Total Mins
Started
Entry
Marc Bernal
LATE SHIFT
15
Late Mins
15
Late Mins
22
Total Mins
62
Entry
Tomás Marqués
LATE SHIFT
15
Late Mins
15
Late Mins
0
Total Mins
Started
Entry
Pablo Gavi
LATE SHIFT
15
Late Mins
15
Late Mins
17
Total Mins
Started
Entry
Marc Casadó
LATE SHIFT
15
Late Mins
15
Late Mins
0
Total Mins
Started
Entry
Ferran Torres
LATE SHIFT
15
Late Mins
15
Late Mins
50
Total Mins
Started
Entry
Roony Bardghji
LATE SHIFT
15
Late Mins
15
Late Mins
0
Total Mins
Started
Entry
Robert Lewandowski 
CLUTCH HERO
87
Goal Time
87
Goal Time
Goal
Impact
6.9
Rating
Head to Head
| Date | Home | Score | Away | Competition | Venue |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 04/08/2026 | Barcelona | 0 - 2 | Atletico Madrid | UEFA Champions League | Camp Nou |
| 04/04/2026 | Atletico Madrid | 1 - 2 | Barcelona | La Liga | Riyadh Air Metropolitano |
| 03/03/2026 | Barcelona | 3 - 0 | Atletico Madrid | Copa del Rey | Camp Nou |
| 02/12/2026 | Atletico Madrid | 4 - 0 | Barcelona | Copa del Rey | Riyadh Air Metropolitano |
| 12/02/2025 | Barcelona | 3 - 1 | Atletico Madrid | La Liga | Camp Nou |
04/08/2026
04/04/2026
03/03/2026
02/12/2026
12/02/2025
Atletico Madrid Win
Barcelona Win
Draw
League Standings
P: 30 GD: +51
P: 30 GD: +36
P: 30 GD: +19
P: 30 GD: +20
P: 30 GD: +7
P: 30 GD: +7
P: 30 GD: +1
P: 30 GD: -4
P: 30 GD: -1
P: 30 GD: -8
P: 30 GD: -11
P: 30 GD: -12
P: 30 GD: -6
P: 30 GD: -11
P: 30 GD: -11
P: 30 GD: -12
P: 30 GD: -13
P: 30 GD: -9
P: 30 GD: -16
League Standings
P: 33 GD: +57
P: 33 GD: +37
P: 32 GD: +20
P: 33 GD: +19
P: 33 GD: +8
P: 33 GD: -6
P: 32 GD: +3
P: 33 GD: 0
P: 33 GD: -1
P: 33 GD: -12
P: 33 GD: -8
P: 33 GD: -11
P: 33 GD: -6
P: 32 GD: -12
P: 33 GD: -14
P: 33 GD: -11
P: 33 GD: -10
P: 33 GD: -15
P: 32 GD: -13
Match previews and recaps to help you decide which games are worth watching
Lewandowski Shines in Metropolitano Siege
Must-Watch Futmetrix Score: 100/100. A ruthless second-half attacking siege and a late masterstroke from the bench cemented the visitors' status as title favourites while leaving ten-man Atleti utterly devastated.
Opening Act
The clash at Riyadh Air Metropolitano promised colossal Stakes, and the early exchanges absolutely delivered on that promise. Atletico Madrid defended deep in their signature style, frustrating the visitors who predictably dominated possession. The breakthrough came completely against the run of play in the 39th minute. C. Lenglet provided the pinpoint service, and G. Simeone finished clinically to ignite the partisan home crowd. It was a classic counter-attacking punch that stunned the league leaders. However, the joy inside the stadium was incredibly short-lived. Just three minutes later, the visitors responded with devastating precision. D. Olmo found M. Rashford, who fired Barcelona level right before the break. The tempo was frantic, and the tactical chess match was unfolding beautifully.
The Pivot
The true turning point arrived right on the stroke of half-time, shifting the entire narrative. N. Gonzalez committed a cynical trip in stoppage time and was immediately shown a straight red card. This monumental error completely shattered the Balance of the fixture. Reduced to ten men, the home side were forced to retreat entirely into their shell. The second half subsequently turned into a grueling, one-sided attacking siege. The visitors peppered the goal relentlessly, forcing a barrage of corners and ultimately attempting a staggering 22 shots compared to the hosts' mere six. An off-the-charts Intensity rating tells the story of the second 45 minutes, as the local heroes desperately clung on for a point while weathering an absolute storm of offensive pressure.
Resolution
Our verdict is that pure attacking persistence eventually breaks even the most stubborn defensive walls. The visitors' managerial intervention proved entirely decisive. Brought onto the pitch in the 79th minute, veteran striker R. Lewandowski needed barely any time to make a profound impact. In the 87th minute, the Polish marksman broke the deadlock, finally crushing the heroic home resistance. The 2-1 away victory keeps the league leaders comfortably seated at the summit, continuing their relentless march toward the title. While the hosts remain securely in the Champions League qualification places, this bitter late defeat highlights the immense 19-point gulf in class that currently separates these two Spanish heavyweights. It was a crushing blow for a side that fought so bravely.
Key Questions
How did the red card for N. Gonzalez impact the match?
Reduced to ten men, Atletico retreated entirely. This allowed Barcelona to dominate possession and launch a massive 22-shot siege to secure the late victory.
How dramatic was the late winner by Giuliano Simeone?
G. Simeone actually scored the early opener in the 39th minute. The dramatic late winner was struck by Barcelona's substitute R. Lewandowski in the 87th.
How did Atletico Madrid complete the comeback from behind?
It was actually Barcelona who completed the 2-1 comeback victory. After falling behind to Simeone's early opener, the league leaders rallied to snatch the win.
What is the Futmetrix Score?
The Futmetrix Score is our 0-100 verdict on how entertaining a match is. We look at intensity, balance, stakes, and star quality to tell you if it's worth your time.
Barcelona's Title March Faces the Ultimate Metropolitano Test
Must-Watch Futmetrix Score: 100/100. A title-chasing Barcelona arrives at an impenetrable Madrid fortress in a clash that could define the La Liga crown.
The Setup
Barcelona are flying. Five straight wins and an iron grip on the summit make them the team to beat. But Atletico Madrid offer a unique threat in this fierce rivalry. The hosts boast a daunting Form rating at the Metropolitano Stadium, winning 13 of their 15 home fixtures. Diego Simeone's men sit fourth, desperate to cement Champions League football. With both sides finding the net effortlessly this season, the Stakes are off the charts. Expect fireworks, as a towering Stars metric guarantees elite quality on the pitch. The tactical Balance suggests a tight affair, but the visitors' away mastery gives them a slight edge.
Key Battle
Matteo Ruggeri versus Lamine Yamal. Ruggeri has been an immediate creative spark for the hosts, but his defensive limits will be severely tested. Yamal is tearing La Liga apart right now. Shutting down the Barcelona winger is Atletico's most critical mission.
Our Prediction
Atletico rarely crumble at home, but this Barcelona side is relentless. Expect the visitors to control possession, exploit the flanks, and strike late. Barcelona to edge a high-scoring thriller, 2-1.