Atletico Madrid vs Real Madrid lineups are confirmed for the Madrid derby on Sunday, 20 September 2026, with kick-off at 5:15 PM in Kenya. Jan Oblak captains Atlético, while Federico Valverde wears the armband for Real Madrid.
Kylian Mbappé, Vinícius Júnior and Jude Bellingham start for Real Madrid; Atlético name Jonathan David and Lee Kang-in in attack. Follow the live score and match updates on SP Score and check the available La Liga odds on SportPesa Kenya.
Atletico Madrid vs Real Madrid match details
| Match detail | Information |
| Competition | La Liga 2026/27 — Matchday 7 |
| Date | Sunday, 20 September 2026 |
| Kick-off in Kenya | 5:15 PM EAT |
| Kick-off in Madrid | 4:15 PM CEST |
| Venue | Riyadh Air Metropolitano, Madrid |
| Managers | Diego Simeone / José Mourinho |
| Formations | Atlético 4-4-2 / Real Madrid 4-2-3-1 |
This is the first league meeting between the Madrid clubs this season. Atlético won 5–2 at home in September 2025, while Real Madrid won the return meeting 3–2 in March 2026. For the pre-match form and head-to-head record, read our Atletico vs Real Madrid match preview.
Atletico Madrid vs Real Madrid official starting XIs
Atlético start with Oblak in goal, Llorente in defence and Grimaldo alongside Cardoso and Baena in midfield. Real Madrid select Courtois, with Mbappé ahead of Vinícius, Bellingham and Güler.
Atletico Madrid starting XI — 4-4-2
| No. | Player |
| 13 | Jan Oblak (captain; goalkeeper) |
| 14 | Marcos Llorente |
| 18 | Marc Pubill |
| 21 | Cristian Romero |
| 17 | Dávid Hancko |
| 20 | Giuliano Simeone |
| 10 | Álex Baena |
| 5 | Johnny Cardoso |
| 22 | Alejandro Grimaldo |
| 7 | Lee Kang-in |
| 15 | Jonathan David |
Real Madrid starting XI — 4-2-3-1
| No. | Player |
| 1 | Thibaut Courtois (goalkeeper) |
| 24 | Denzel Dumfries |
| 16 | Ibrahima Konaté |
| 4 | Dean Huijsen |
| 17 | Marc Cucurella |
| 8 | Federico Valverde (captain) |
| 14 | Aurélien Tchouaméni |
| 15 | Arda Güler |
| 5 | Jude Bellingham |
| 7 | Vinícius Júnior |
| 10 | Kylian Mbappé |
The starting selections put David into Atlético’s front line and keep Julián Álvarez and Ademola Lookman among the alternatives. Real Madrid have Camavinga, Rüdiger and Trent Alexander-Arnold available if Mourinho changes his side during the derby.
Atletico Madrid and Real Madrid substitutes and team news
Both clubs have named their matchday substitutes. Atlético can introduce Álvarez or Lookman in attack, while Real Madrid have extra midfield and defensive options on the bench.
Atletico Madrid substitutes
| No. | Substitute |
| 19 | Julián Álvarez |
| 46 | Jorge Castillo |
| 27 | Jorge Domínguez |
| 23 | Morten Hjulmand |
| 6 | Koke |
| 24 | Robin Le Normand |
| 11 | Ademola Lookman |
| 30 | Daniel Martínez |
| 4 | Rodrigo Mendoza |
| 1 | Juan Musso (goalkeeper) |
| 16 | Arnau Ortiz |
| 3 | Obed Vargas |
Real Madrid substitutes
| No. | Substitute |
| 12 | Trent Alexander-Arnold |
| 2 | Raúl Asencio |
| 6 | Eduardo Camavinga |
| 18 | Álvaro Carreras |
| 21 | Brahim Díaz |
| 25 | Yan Diomande |
| 9 | Endrick |
| 19 | Carlos Espí |
| 13 | Andriy Lunin (goalkeeper) |
| 27 | Thiago Pitarch |
| 22 | Antonio Rüdiger |
| 20 | Bernardo Silva |
Pablo Barrios and Alexander Sørloth are among Atlético’s reported absentees. Real Madrid are without Éder Militão, Ferland Mendy and Rodrygo according to the supplied pre-match team news. For more on Madrid’s squad, see our Real Madrid players and squad guide.
Atletico Madrid vs Real Madrid live score and match updates
Follow the Atletico Madrid vs Real Madrid live score on SP Score from the 5:15 PM EAT kick-off. Open the Atlético–Real Madrid match to see the current score, goalscorers, match clock, bookings and substitutions.
Atlético’s two-forward setup offers David support from Lee Kang-in, while Real Madrid have Bellingham and Güler working behind Mbappé. The chosen lineups give both sides a different balance of midfield control and attacking support.
For more stories about Atlético and the derby, explore our Atlético Madrid club coverage and the La Liga 2026/27 season guide.
Atletico Madrid vs Real Madrid odds and FAQs
See Atletico Madrid vs Real Madrid odds through SportPesa Kenya’s La Liga football markets. Select the derby if it is available to view the current match-result, double-chance and goals markets; the prices may change before kick-off and during play. 18+; bet responsibly.
What time is Atletico Madrid vs Real Madrid in Kenya?
Kick-off is scheduled for 5:15 PM EAT on Sunday, 20 September 2026.
Are the Atletico Madrid vs Real Madrid lineups confirmed?
Yes. The supplied matchday team sheet lists both starting XIs and substitutes. Atlético start in a 4-4-2 and Real Madrid in a 4-2-3-1.
Where can I follow the derby live score?
Open SP Score and choose Atlético Madrid vs Real Madrid to follow the score and match events.
Where can I see the available match odds?
Visit SportPesa Kenya’s La Liga odds page and open the derby if listed.
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Conclusion
Atletico Madrid vs Real Madrid brings the city rivals together at the Metropolitano with Oblak and Valverde captaining the confirmed sides. Atlético’s David and Lee Kang-in face a Real Madrid attack featuring Mbappé, Vinícius and Bellingham. Follow the match through SP Score and find additional team stories on SportPesa Kenya.
