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10-man Real Madrid come from behind to beat Atletico 3-2 in thriller derby
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Vinicius Junior scored a brace, including a penalty, as 10-man Real Madrid came from behind to win 3-2 against Atletico Madrid in the LaLiga derby at Santiago Bernabeu on March 22, 2026. Federico Valverde added a goal before his late red card, cutting leaders Barcelona's advantage to four points after Barca's 1-0 win over Rayo Vallecano.
Diego Simeone has dismissed ideas that Atletico Madrid are favourites for their Champions League last-16 tie against Tottenham Hotspur, despite the visitors' dire Premier League position. Interim Spurs boss Igor Tudor has prioritised avoiding relegation but sees the European clash as a momentum-builder. The first leg is at Estadio Metropolitano on Tuesday, 8pm UK time (TNT Sports 1).
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In the Spanish Supercopa semifinal in Saudi Arabia, Atlético Madrid coach Diego 'Cholo' Simeone had a heated exchange with Real Madrid forward Vinícius Jr. Real Madrid won 2-1 and advanced to the final against Barcelona.