Atletico Madrid defeated Real Madrid 2-1 in the seventh round of the 2026-27 Spanish La Liga season on Sunday.

Axar.az reports that Alejandro Grimaldo opened the scoring from the penalty spot after Real Madrid defender Dean Huijsen was sent off early in the second half.

Atletico doubled their lead in the 61st minute when Jonathan David finished from close range after Julian Simeone's cross. Lee Kang-in played a key role in the goal, delivering a precise through pass that created the attacking opportunity.

Real Madrid pulled one back through Antonio Rudiger in stoppage time, but Atletico held on for the victory.

The win moved Atletico to second place with 16 points, while Real Madrid dropped to third with 15 points.