La Liga Gameweek 2
Atletico Madrid 2 - 2 FT Villarreal
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Match Statistics
Possession
Shots
Shots on Target
Expected Goals (xG)
Passes
Pass Accuracy
Corners
Fouls
Yellow Cards
Red Cards
Match Events
HT
46' ↓ R. Mendoza ↑A. Baena
S. Mourino 50'
54' A. Baena
59' M. Pubill (G. Simeone)
↓ A. Moleiro ↑G. Moreno 61'
↓ A. Perez ↑T. Buchanan 61'
G. Moreno 66'
66' ↓ Koke ↑M. Llorente
66' ↓ M. Pubill ↑J. Alvarez
66' ↓ Lee Kang-In ↑P. Barrios
76' D. Simeone
76' R. Le Normand
76' M. Hjulmand
G. Mikautadze 78'
79' ↓ A. Lookman ↑J. Gimenez
↓ G. Mikautadze ↑I. Akhomach 79'
↓ N. Pepe ↑C. Macia 79'
85' G. Simeone (A. Baena)
↓ S. Comesana ↑T. Oluwaseyi 85'
90'+1 J. Gimenez
FT
Player Cards
Our take on every player in this match
Atletico Madrid
Goalkeepers
Jan Oblak 
LATE SHIFT
15
Late Mins
15
Late Mins
88
Total Mins
Started
Entry
Defenders
Marc Pubill 
SNIPER
100%
Conversion
100%
Conversion
1
Goals
1
Shots
Robin Le Normand 
FRIENDLY FIRE
Red Card
Mistake
Red Card
Mistake
1
Fouls
5.9
Rating
Dávid Hancko 
SWEEPER
3
Cleanups
3
Cleanups
2
Interceptions
1
Blocks
Álex Grimaldo
SWEEPER
3
Cleanups
3
Cleanups
2
Interceptions
1
Blocks
Midfielders
Giuliano Simeone 
CLUTCH HERO
85
Goal Time
85
Goal Time
Goal
Impact
7.6
Rating
Koke 
ENFORCER
4
Tackles
4
Tackles
8
Duels Won
89%
Win %
Morten Hjulmand
FRIENDLY FIRE
Pen Given
Mistake
Pen Given
Mistake
1
Fouls
6.6
Rating
Rodrigo Mendoza
LATE SHIFT
15
Late Mins
15
Late Mins
45
Total Mins
46
Entry
Forwards
Ademola Lookman 
PROVOCATEUR
3
Fouls Won
3
Fouls Won
4
Duels Won
0
Pens Won
Lee Kang-In
LATE SHIFT
15
Late Mins
15
Late Mins
66
Total Mins
66
Entry
BENCH
Juan Musso 
SPECTATOR
0
Saves
0
Saves
0
Conceded
0
Minutes
José María Giménez
LATE SHIFT
15
Late Mins
15
Late Mins
9
Total Mins
Started
Entry
Daniel Martinez
LATE SHIFT
15
Late Mins
15
Late Mins
0
Total Mins
Started
Entry
Jorge Dominguez
LATE SHIFT
15
Late Mins
15
Late Mins
0
Total Mins
Started
Entry
Álex Baena 
SUPER SUB
1
Assist
1
Assist
43
Minutes
6.3
Rating
Marcos Llorente
LATE SHIFT
15
Late Mins
15
Late Mins
22
Total Mins
Started
Entry
Pablo Barrios
LATE SHIFT
15
Late Mins
15
Late Mins
22
Total Mins
Started
Entry
Johnny Cardoso
LATE SHIFT
15
Late Mins
15
Late Mins
0
Total Mins
Started
Entry
Jorge Castillo
LATE SHIFT
15
Late Mins
15
Late Mins
0
Total Mins
Started
Entry
Arnau Ortiz
LATE SHIFT
15
Late Mins
15
Late Mins
0
Total Mins
Started
Entry
Julián Álvarez
LATE SHIFT
15
Late Mins
15
Late Mins
22
Total Mins
Started
Entry
Carlos Martín
LATE SHIFT
15
Late Mins
15
Late Mins
0
Total Mins
Started
Entry
Villarreal
Goalkeepers
Luíz Júnior
LATE SHIFT
15
Late Mins
15
Late Mins
88
Total Mins
Started
Entry
Defenders
Santiago Mouriño
LATE SHIFT
15
Late Mins
15
Late Mins
88
Total Mins
Started
Entry
Juan Foyth
SWEEPER
5
Cleanups
5
Cleanups
2
Interceptions
3
Blocks
Renato Veiga
SWEEPER
5
Cleanups
5
Cleanups
1
Interceptions
4
Blocks
Carlos Romero
PROVOCATEUR
2
Fouls Won
2
Fouls Won
5
Duels Won
0
Pens Won
Midfielders
Nicolas Pépé
LATE SHIFT
11
Late Mins
11
Late Mins
79
Total Mins
79
Entry
Santi Comesaña
LATE SHIFT
5
Late Mins
5
Late Mins
85
Total Mins
85
Entry
Pape Gueye
LATE SHIFT
15
Late Mins
15
Late Mins
88
Total Mins
Started
Entry
Alberto Moleiro
LATE SHIFT
15
Late Mins
15
Late Mins
61
Total Mins
61
Entry
Forwards
Ayoze Pérez
LATE SHIFT
15
Late Mins
15
Late Mins
61
Total Mins
61
Entry
Georges Mikautadze 
CLOSER
1
Late Goals
1
Late Goals
0
Late Assists
75
Minute
BENCH
Péter Gulácsi
SPECTATOR
0
Saves
0
Saves
0
Conceded
0
Minutes
Pau Navarro
LATE SHIFT
15
Late Mins
15
Late Mins
0
Total Mins
Started
Entry
Alexander Freeman
LATE SHIFT
15
Late Mins
15
Late Mins
0
Total Mins
Started
Entry
Sergi Cardona
LATE SHIFT
15
Late Mins
15
Late Mins
0
Total Mins
Started
Entry
Logan Costa
LATE SHIFT
15
Late Mins
15
Late Mins
0
Total Mins
Started
Entry
Cheikh Tidiane Thiam
LATE SHIFT
15
Late Mins
15
Late Mins
0
Total Mins
Started
Entry
Carlos Maciá
LATE SHIFT
15
Late Mins
15
Late Mins
9
Total Mins
Started
Entry
Tajon Buchanan
LATE SHIFT
15
Late Mins
15
Late Mins
27
Total Mins
Started
Entry
Gerard Moreno
SUPER SUB
1
Goal
1
Goal
27
Minutes
7.2
Rating
Nizar El Jmili
LATE SHIFT
15
Late Mins
15
Late Mins
0
Total Mins
Started
Entry
Ilias Akhomach
LATE SHIFT
15
Late Mins
15
Late Mins
9
Total Mins
Started
Entry
Tani Oluwaseyi
LATE SHIFT
15
Late Mins
15
Late Mins
3
Total Mins
Started
Entry
Head to Head
| Date | Home | Score | Away | Competition | Venue |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 05/24/2026 | Villarreal | 5 - 1 | Atletico Madrid | La Liga | Estadio de la Ceramica |
| 09/13/2025 | Atletico Madrid | 2 - 0 | Villarreal | La Liga | Metropolitano Stadium |
| 01/25/2025 | Atletico Madrid | 1 - 1 | Villarreal | La Liga | Riyadh Air Metropolitano |
| 08/19/2024 | Villarreal | 2 - 2 | Atletico Madrid | La Liga | Estadio de la Cerámica |
| 04/01/2024 | Villarreal | 1 - 2 | Atletico Madrid | La Liga | Estadio de la Cerámica |
| 11/12/2023 | Atletico Madrid | 3 - 1 | Villarreal | La Liga | Estádio Cívitas Metropolitano |
| 06/04/2023 | Villarreal | 2 - 2 | Atletico Madrid | La Liga | Estadio de la Cerámica |
| 08/21/2022 | Atletico Madrid | 0 - 2 | Villarreal | La Liga | Estádio Cívitas Metropolitano |
| 01/09/2022 | Villarreal | 2 - 2 | Atletico Madrid | La Liga | Estadio de la Cerámica |
| 08/29/2021 | Atletico Madrid | 2 - 2 | Villarreal | La Liga | Estadio Wanda Metropolitano |
05/24/2026
09/13/2025
01/25/2025
08/19/2024
04/01/2024
11/12/2023
06/04/2023
08/21/2022
01/09/2022
08/29/2021
Atletico Madrid Win
Villarreal Win
Draw
League Standings
P: 2 GD: +7
P: 2 GD: +4
P: 2 GD: +3
P: 2 GD: +2
P: 2 GD: +3
P: 2 GD: +2
P: 2 GD: +1
P: 2 GD: +2
P: 2 GD: -2
P: 2 GD: 0
P: 2 GD: 0
P: 2 GD: -1
P: 2 GD: -1
P: 2 GD: -1
P: 2 GD: -1
P: 2 GD: -2
P: 2 GD: -3
P: 2 GD: -5
P: 2 GD: -4
League Standings
P: 7 GD: +24
P: 7 GD: +9
P: 7 GD: +2
P: 7 GD: +10
P: 7 GD: +1
P: 7 GD: +5
P: 7 GD: +2
P: 7 GD: -4
P: 7 GD: +1
P: 6 GD: +1
P: 7 GD: -3
P: 7 GD: -5
P: 7 GD: -7
P: 7 GD: +2
P: 7 GD: 0
P: 7 GD: -10
P: 6 GD: -4
P: 7 GD: -6
P: 7 GD: -9
Match previews and recaps to help you decide which games are worth watching
Atletico Madrid
Villarreal
Atletico Madrid
Villarreal
Win Probability
Futmetrix AI estimate
Chaos And Courage Shine Through At The Metropolitano
Must-Watch Futmetrix Score: 100/100. A breathless encounter defined by red cards, penalties, and relentless late drama proved exactly why La Liga remains absolute box office.
Early Chess Match
The early exchanges at Riyadh Air Metropolitano promised a tactical duel before the match eventually exploded into life. Atletico Madrid edged possession in the first half, pushing forward to dictate the tempo against a resolute Villarreal side. Despite attempting a barrage of shots from outside the box, the hosts struggled to test the keeper with high-quality chances. The Balance of the opening hour felt fragile, with Koke pulling the strings in midfield to keep the visitors pinned back, while Jan Oblak remained alert to stop any swift counter-attacks from breaking the deadlock early on.
Penalties And Punishments
The match shifted from a tense stalemate into absolute bedlam around the hour mark. M. Pubill finally struck gold for the hosts, but the Intensity immediately skyrocketed as Villarreal responded ruthlessly. The visitors were awarded a penalty, which substitute G. Moreno comfortably converted to level the score. Disaster then struck for Atletico when R. Le Normand saw a straight red card in the 76th minute for a clumsy challenge. Moments later, the away side earned a second penalty. G. Mikautadze stepped up and coolly dispatched it, seemingly stealing all three points for the Yellow Submarine against ten men.
Ten-Man Heroics
Down a man and trailing on the scoreboard, Diego Simeone's men refused to surrender to fate. In a stunning late twist that shattered the expected Upset Factor, substitute A. Baena set up G. Simeone in the 85th minute. The forward fired home a dramatic equaliser, sending the home crowd into raptures. The 2-2 draw keeps Atletico sitting comfortably in the top four, proving their resilience in the Champions League hunt. While Villarreal will rue letting a late lead slip against ten men, they leave the capital with a valuable point in a breathtaking early-season thriller.
Key Questions
How did the red card for R. Le Normand impact the match?
It left Atletico with ten men, directly leading to Villarreal's second penalty and goal, though the hosts miraculously managed to fight back for a draw.
Did Atletico Madrid deserve the late equalizer?
Yes, despite being down a man, their sheer determination and 18 total shots showed an attacking intent that ultimately rewarded them with a hard-earned point.
What does this mean for Atletico Madrid's season?
Securing a point from a losing position against a tough opponent keeps them in the top four, showing the mental grit needed for a Champions League push.
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.
Early Top-Four Credentials Tested in Madrid
Average Entertainment Futmetrix Score: 53/100. An unmissable early-season fixture that will serve as a stark reality check for two ambitious squads eyeing Champions League qualification.
The Setup
August 23, 2026, marks a pivotal date at Metropolitano Stadium. The Stakes are instantly elevated as Atletico Madrid and Villarreal cross paths in a battle for top-four supremacy. The underlying Balance rating points to a razor-close encounter where tactical discipline will reign supreme. While early-season Form is still solidifying for both clubs, the concentration of Stars on display ensures premium entertainment. The hosts will look to unleash the attacking brilliance of J. Álvarez and Pablo Barrios, while the visitors boast formidable attacking threats of their own, including Nicolas Pépé.
Key Battle
The match will be won or lost in the engine room. Atletico's combative and organized midfield unit faces the critical task of stifling Villarreal's wide playmakers and progressive ball carriers. The side that dictates the tempo in the central third will dictate the final result.
Our Prediction
Expect a tightly contested, tactical affair. Atletico's formidable home advantage should ultimately tilt the scales. We back the hosts to secure a narrow, hard-fought victory, grinding down the opposition before striking decisively on a rapid counter-attack late in the second half.