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Futmetrix Verdict
58
FT
Sat, Aug 29
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Sevilla
1-3
Atletico Madrid
⚡ Intensity 50
⚖️ Balance 28
🏆 Stakes 67
🎲 Upset 0
Baena's early brace sinks Sevilla.

Win Probability

  • Sevilla 26%
  • Draw 28%
  • Atletico Madrid 46%

Futmetrix AI estimate

Atletico Madrid's Clinical Masterclass Stuns Seville

Worth Watching Futmetrix Score: 58/100. A ruthless first-half attacking display from the visitors exposed glaring defensive gaps, proving their early-season credentials.

The Early Onslaught

Atletico Madrid wasted absolutely no time putting their stamp on this highly anticipated fixture. A lightning-fast start saw A. Baena find the back of the net just four minutes in, capping off a brilliant sequence initiated by Lee Kang-In. This crucial early opener completely shattered the Balance of the match instantly, forcing the hosts to abandon their initial conservative game plan. Before the home side could properly recalibrate and steady the ship, A. Lookman doubled the advantage in the 26th minute. He capitalised on a precise, defence-splitting feed from P. Barrios, finishing with pure confidence. The visitors ultimately dominated possession with a commanding 60%, suffocating the midfield channels and effortlessly dictating the tempo. It was a brutal, clinical display of efficiency that left the partisan crowd stunned into silence.

The Knockout Blow

The entire complexion of the match hinged on that breathtaking first half-hour of action. Any lingering hopes of a miraculous home recovery evaporated completely in the 33rd minute. M. Llorente carved open the fragmented defensive line, intelligently teeing up Baena for his second goal of the night. This spectacular hero brace pushed the Intensity of the clash to breaking point, effectively ending the contest as a competitive spectacle before the half-time whistle even blew. Desperate to salvage some pride, Sevilla threw bodies forward relentlessly. They turned the final third into an absolute shooting gallery, racking up 20 total attempts and generating chaos in the penalty area. Yet, their desperate finishing completely lacked the surgical precision that the away side displayed so effortlessly on the counter-attack.

Consolation and Consequences

The second half ultimately became a professional exercise in game management for the visitors. The hosts finally managed to break through the resilient defensive wall in the 66th minute when M. Sierra clinically converted a clever pass from R. Ure. However, this strike was purely cosmetic. Despite testing the goalkeeper with five legitimate shots on target throughout the ninety minutes, they could not overcome the massive early deficit created by those defensive lapses. With massive Stakes at the summit of the league table, this 3-1 victory firmly solidifies Atletico's unbeaten start and reinforces their serious title credentials. The hosts, meanwhile, must urgently address their fragile early-game structure if they genuinely intend to stay in the fierce hunt for lucrative Champions League qualification spots this season.

Key Questions

What made Alex Baena the Man of the Match?

He scored a decisive brace within the first 33 minutes, setting the tone for the victory with lethal finishing and a phenomenal 9.3 rating.

What does this mean for Sevilla's season?

The defeat drops them slightly down the table, highlighting defensive vulnerabilities they must fix to maintain their push for Champions League qualification.

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.

Match Statistics

Possession
40%
60%
Sevilla 40%
Atletico Madrid 60%
Shots
20
12
Sevilla 20
Atletico Madrid 12
Shots on Target
5
5
Sevilla 5
Atletico Madrid 5
Expected Goals (xG)
0.94
0.96
Sevilla 0.94
Atletico Madrid 0.96
Passes
339
525
Sevilla 339
Atletico Madrid 525
Pass Accuracy
80%
86%
Sevilla 80%
Atletico Madrid 86%
Corners
2
2
Sevilla 2
Atletico Madrid 2
Fouls
19
13
Sevilla 19
Atletico Madrid 13
Yellow Cards
2
1
Sevilla 2
Atletico Madrid 1
Red Cards
0
0
Sevilla 0
Atletico Madrid 0

Match Events

A. Baena (Lee Kang-In) ⚽ 4'
A. Lookman (P. Barrios) ⚽ 26'
A. Baena (M. Llorente) ⚽ 33'
M. Llorente 🟨 45'+4
HT
55' 🔄 ↓ J. Diaz ↑C. Ejuke
55' 🔄 ↓ J. Guridi ↑G. Kochorashvili
66' ⚽ M. Sierra (R. Ure)
↓ M. Llorente ↑J. Gimenez 🔄 66'
↓ A. Lookman ↑A. Ortiz 🔄 66'
68' 🔄 ↓ Peque ↑I. Romero
↓ Lee Kang-In ↑Koke 🔄 72'
80' 🔄 ↓ M. Sierra ↑A. Gonzalez
↓ M. Hjulmand ↑J. Cardoso 🔄 85'
↓ A. Baena ↑R. Mendoza 🔄 85'
89' 🟨 I. Romero
90'+1 🟨 G. Suazo
M. Pubill 🟨 90'+5
FT

Player Cards

Our take on every player in this match

Sevilla

Goalkeepers
Odysseas Vlachodimos
LATE SHIFT
LATE SHIFT
15
Late Mins
15
Late Mins
91
Total Mins
Started
Entry
Defenders
Juan Iglesias
STORMTROOPER
STORMTROOPER
1
Shots
1
Shots
0
Goals
0
On Target
Andrés Castrín
ARCHITECT
ARCHITECT
2
Key Passes
2
Key Passes
0
Assists
30%
Pass Acc
Kike Salas
SWEEPER
SWEEPER
3
Cleanups
3
Cleanups
1
Interceptions
2
Blocks
Gabriel Suazo
ARCHITECT
ARCHITECT
5
Key Passes
5
Key Passes
0
Assists
45%
Pass Acc
Midfielders
Lucien Agoumé
LATE SHIFT
LATE SHIFT
15
Late Mins
15
Late Mins
91
Total Mins
Started
Entry
Jon Guridi
LATE SHIFT
LATE SHIFT
15
Late Mins
15
Late Mins
55
Total Mins
55
Entry
Miguel Ángel Sierra
👻 Invisible Nothing to note
Peque Fernández
PROVOCATEUR
PROVOCATEUR
4
Fouls Won
4
Fouls Won
5
Duels Won
0
Pens Won
Julio Díaz
LATE SHIFT
LATE SHIFT
15
Late Mins
15
Late Mins
55
Total Mins
55
Entry
Forwards
Robert Ure
PROVIDER
PROVIDER
1
Assists
1
Assists
1
Key Passes
6.2
Rating
BENCH
Fran González
SPECTATOR
SPECTATOR
0
Saves
0
Saves
0
Conceded
0
Minutes
Arouna Sangante
LATE SHIFT
LATE SHIFT
15
Late Mins
15
Late Mins
0
Total Mins
Started
Entry
José Ángel Carmona
LATE SHIFT
LATE SHIFT
15
Late Mins
15
Late Mins
0
Total Mins
Started
Entry
Manu Bueno
LATE SHIFT
LATE SHIFT
15
Late Mins
15
Late Mins
0
Total Mins
Started
Entry
Giorgi Kochorashvili
LATE SHIFT
LATE SHIFT
15
Late Mins
15
Late Mins
36
Total Mins
Started
Entry
I. Sow
👻 Invisible Nothing to note
Chidera Ejuke
LATE SHIFT
LATE SHIFT
15
Late Mins
15
Late Mins
36
Total Mins
Started
Entry
Isaac Romero
LATE SHIFT
LATE SHIFT
15
Late Mins
15
Late Mins
23
Total Mins
Started
Entry
Alfon González
LATE SHIFT
LATE SHIFT
15
Late Mins
15
Late Mins
11
Total Mins
Started
Entry
M. Castillo
LATE SHIFT
LATE SHIFT
15
Late Mins
15
Late Mins
0
Total Mins
Started
Entry

Atletico Madrid

Goalkeepers
Jan Oblak
PROVOCATEUR
PROVOCATEUR
1
Fouls Won
1
Fouls Won
1
Duels Won
0
Pens Won
Defenders
Marcos Llorente
WALL
WALL
0
Dribbled Past
0
Dribbled Past
2
Tackles
71%
Duel Win %
Marc Pubill
PROVOCATEUR
PROVOCATEUR
2
Fouls Won
2
Fouls Won
5
Duels Won
0
Pens Won
Dávid Hancko
LATE SHIFT
LATE SHIFT
15
Late Mins
15
Late Mins
91
Total Mins
Started
Entry
Álex Grimaldo
STORMTROOPER
STORMTROOPER
1
Shots
1
Shots
0
Goals
1
On Target
Midfielders
Giuliano Simeone
SWEEPER
SWEEPER
4
Cleanups
4
Cleanups
3
Interceptions
1
Blocks
Pablo Barrios
MAGNET
MAGNET
92
Activity
92
Activity
79
Passes
13
Duels
Morten Hjulmand
LATE SHIFT
LATE SHIFT
5
Late Mins
5
Late Mins
85
Total Mins
85
Entry
Ademola Lookman
SNIPER
SNIPER
100%
Conversion
100%
Conversion
1
Goals
1
Shots
Forwards
Lee Kang-In
PROVOCATEUR
PROVOCATEUR
4
Fouls Won
4
Fouls Won
7
Duels Won
0
Pens Won
Álex Baena
HITMAN
HITMAN
2
Goals
2
Goals
2
On Target
9.3
Rating
BENCH
Juan Musso
SPECTATOR
SPECTATOR
0
Saves
0
Saves
0
Conceded
0
Minutes
José María Giménez
LATE SHIFT
LATE SHIFT
15
Late Mins
15
Late Mins
25
Total Mins
Started
Entry
Cristian Romero
LATE SHIFT
LATE SHIFT
15
Late Mins
15
Late Mins
0
Total Mins
Started
Entry
J. Dominguez
👻 Invisible Nothing to note
Daniel Martinez
LATE SHIFT
LATE SHIFT
15
Late Mins
15
Late Mins
0
Total Mins
Started
Entry
Koke
LATE SHIFT
LATE SHIFT
15
Late Mins
15
Late Mins
19
Total Mins
Started
Entry
Johnny Cardoso
LATE SHIFT
LATE SHIFT
15
Late Mins
15
Late Mins
6
Total Mins
Started
Entry
Rodrigo Mendoza
LATE SHIFT
LATE SHIFT
15
Late Mins
15
Late Mins
6
Total Mins
Started
Entry
J. Castillo
LATE SHIFT
LATE SHIFT
15
Late Mins
15
Late Mins
0
Total Mins
Started
Entry
Arnau Ortiz
LATE SHIFT
LATE SHIFT
15
Late Mins
15
Late Mins
25
Total Mins
Started
Entry
Carlos Martín
LATE SHIFT
LATE SHIFT
15
Late Mins
15
Late Mins
0
Total Mins
Started
Entry

Head to Head

Date Home Score Away Competition Venue
04/11/2026 Sevilla 2 - 1 Atletico Madrid La Liga Estadio Ramón Sánchez Pizjuán
11/01/2025 Atletico Madrid 3 - 0 Sevilla La Liga Metropolitano Stadium
04/06/2025 Sevilla 1 - 2 Atletico Madrid La Liga Estadio Ramón Sánchez Pizjuán
12/08/2024 Atletico Madrid 4 - 3 Sevilla La Liga Riyadh Air Metropolitano
02/11/2024 Sevilla 1 - 0 Atletico Madrid La Liga Estadio Ramón Sánchez Pizjuán
01/25/2024 Atletico Madrid 1 - 0 Sevilla Copa del Rey Estádio Cívitas Metropolitano
12/23/2023 Atletico Madrid 1 - 0 Sevilla La Liga Estádio Cívitas Metropolitano
08/06/2023 Sevilla 1 - 1 Atletico Madrid Friendlies Clubs Oracle Park
03/04/2023 Atletico Madrid 6 - 1 Sevilla La Liga Estádio Cívitas Metropolitano
10/01/2022 Sevilla 0 - 2 Atletico Madrid La Liga Estadio Ramón Sánchez Pizjuán
04/11/2026
La Liga Estadio Ramón Sánchez Pizjuán
11/01/2025
La Liga Metropolitano Stadium
04/06/2025
La Liga Estadio Ramón Sánchez Pizjuán
12/08/2024
La Liga Riyadh Air Metropolitano
02/11/2024
La Liga Estadio Ramón Sánchez Pizjuán
01/25/2024
Copa del Rey Estádio Cívitas Metropolitano
12/23/2023
La Liga Estádio Cívitas Metropolitano
08/06/2023
Friendlies Clubs Oracle Park
03/04/2023
La Liga Estádio Cívitas Metropolitano
10/01/2022
La Liga Estadio Ramón Sánchez Pizjuán
Sevilla Win
Atletico Madrid Win
Draw

League Standings

Pos Team P Pts GF GA GD Form
1 Real Madrid 3 9 10 2 +8 WReal Madrid 4 - 0 Malaga (30-08-2026)WReal Madrid 4 - 1 Real Sociedad (26-08-2026)WEspanyol 1 - 2 Real Madrid (22-08-2026)
2 Atletico Madrid 3 7 7 3 +4 WSevilla 1 - 3 Atletico Madrid (29-08-2026)DAtletico Madrid 2 - 2 Villarreal (23-08-2026)WAtletico Madrid 2 - 0 Malaga (19-08-2026)
3 Alaves 3 7 5 1 +4 WAlaves 1 - 0 Villarreal (28-08-2026)DRayo Vallecano 1 - 1 Alaves (20-08-2026)WAlaves 3 - 0 Getafe (15-08-2026)
4 Osasuna 3 7 3 1 +2 WOsasuna 1 - 0 Getafe (31-08-2026)WCelta Vigo 1 - 2 Osasuna (27-08-2026)DOsasuna 0 - 0 Levante (24-08-2026)
5 Barcelona 2 6 7 0 +7 WBarcelona 2 - 0 Athletic Club (27-08-2026)WElche 0 - 5 Barcelona (23-08-2026)
6 Sevilla 3 6 6 5 +1 LSevilla 1 - 3 Atletico Madrid (29-08-2026)WAthletic Club 1 - 3 Sevilla (22-08-2026)WSevilla 2 - 1 Rayo Vallecano (15-08-2026)
7 Real Betis 3 6 4 5 -1 LLevante 5 - 2 Real Betis (29-08-2026)WValencia 0 - 1 Real Betis (25-08-2026)WReal Betis 1 - 0 Real Sociedad (21-08-2026)
8 Deportivo La Coruna 3 5 5 3 +2 WDeportivo La Coruna 3 - 1 Valencia (30-08-2026)DMalaga 1 - 1 Deportivo La Coruna (24-08-2026)DDeportivo La Coruna 1 - 1 Elche (17-08-2026)
9 Levante 3 4 5 5 0 WLevante 5 - 2 Real Betis (29-08-2026)DOsasuna 0 - 0 Levante (24-08-2026)LEspanyol 3 - 0 Levante (16-08-2026)
10 Racing Santander 3 4 5 5 0 WRacing Santander 3 - 2 Elche (28-08-2026)LGetafe 1 - 0 Racing Santander (23-08-2026)DRacing Santander 2 - 2 Villarreal (16-08-2026)
11 Espanyol 3 3 5 4 +1 LReal Sociedad 2 - 1 Espanyol (29-08-2026)LEspanyol 1 - 2 Real Madrid (22-08-2026)WEspanyol 3 - 0 Levante (16-08-2026)
12 Athletic Club 3 3 3 5 -2 WCelta Vigo 0 - 2 Athletic Club (30-08-2026)LBarcelona 2 - 0 Athletic Club (27-08-2026)LAthletic Club 1 - 3 Sevilla (22-08-2026)
13 Real Sociedad 3 3 3 6 -3 WReal Sociedad 2 - 1 Espanyol (29-08-2026)LReal Madrid 4 - 1 Real Sociedad (26-08-2026)LReal Betis 1 - 0 Real Sociedad (21-08-2026)
14 Getafe 3 3 1 4 -3 LOsasuna 1 - 0 Getafe (31-08-2026)WGetafe 1 - 0 Racing Santander (23-08-2026)LAlaves 3 - 0 Getafe (15-08-2026)
15 Villarreal 3 2 4 5 -1 LAlaves 1 - 0 Villarreal (28-08-2026)DAtletico Madrid 2 - 2 Villarreal (23-08-2026)DRacing Santander 2 - 2 Villarreal (16-08-2026)
16 Rayo Vallecano 2 1 2 3 -1 DRayo Vallecano 1 - 1 Alaves (20-08-2026)LSevilla 2 - 1 Rayo Vallecano (15-08-2026)
17 Valencia 3 1 1 4 -3 LDeportivo La Coruna 3 - 1 Valencia (30-08-2026)LValencia 0 - 1 Real Betis (25-08-2026)DValencia 0 - 0 Celta Vigo (22-08-2026)
18 Celta Vigo 3 1 1 4 -3 LCelta Vigo 0 - 2 Athletic Club (30-08-2026)LCelta Vigo 1 - 2 Osasuna (27-08-2026)DValencia 0 - 0 Celta Vigo (22-08-2026)
19 Elche 3 1 3 9 -6 LRacing Santander 3 - 2 Elche (28-08-2026)LElche 0 - 5 Barcelona (23-08-2026)DDeportivo La Coruna 1 - 1 Elche (17-08-2026)
20 Malaga 3 1 1 7 -6 LReal Madrid 4 - 0 Malaga (30-08-2026)DMalaga 1 - 1 Deportivo La Coruna (24-08-2026)LAtletico Madrid 2 - 0 Malaga (19-08-2026)

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