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LaLiga 2025/26
| # | GP | W | D | L | DIFF | Goals | Pts | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | 38 | 31 | 1 | 6 | +59 | 95:36 | 94 | |
| 2 | 38 | 27 | 5 | 6 | +42 | 77:35 | 86 | |
| 3 | 38 | 22 | 6 | 10 | +26 | 72:46 | 72 | |
| 4 | 38 | 21 | 6 | 11 | +18 | 62:44 | 69 | |
| 5 | 38 | 15 | 15 | 8 | +11 | 59:48 | 60 | |
| 6 | 38 | 14 | 12 | 12 | +5 | 53:48 | 54 | |
| 7 | 38 | 15 | 6 | 17 | -6 | 32:38 | 51 | |
| 8 | 38 | 12 | 14 | 12 | -3 | 41:44 | 50 | |
| 9 | 38 | 13 | 10 | 15 | -9 | 46:55 | 49 | |
| 10 | 38 | 11 | 13 | 14 | -2 | 59:61 | 46 | |
| 11 | 38 | 12 | 10 | 16 | -12 | 43:55 | 46 | |
| 12 | 38 | 13 | 6 | 19 | -15 | 43:58 | 45 | |
| 13 | 38 | 12 | 7 | 19 | -14 | 46:60 | 43 | |
| 14 | 38 | 11 | 10 | 17 | -12 | 44:56 | 43 | |
| 15 | 38 | 10 | 13 | 15 | -8 | 49:57 | 43 | |
| 16 | 38 | 11 | 9 | 18 | -14 | 47:61 | 42 | |
| 17 | 38 | 11 | 9 | 18 | -6 | 44:50 | 42 | |
| 18 | 38 | 11 | 9 | 18 | -10 | 47:57 | 42 | |
| 19 | 38 | 9 | 14 | 15 | -16 | 39:55 | 41 | |
| 20 | 38 | 6 | 11 | 21 | -34 | 26:60 | 29 |
Atletico Madrid and Athletic Club locked horns in a tense LaLiga encounter at the Wanda Metropolitano. Both sides sought crucial points in the 2025/26 campaign, setting the stage for a tactical battle under the Madrid sky.
Atletico Madrid asserted control for much of the opening period, enjoying a slight edge in possession and dictating play. Their build-up play saw them progress the ball effectively into the opposition half, evidenced by 252 passes compared to Athletic's 173. The home side created a notable six big chances, indicating periods of significant attacking threat and pressure on the Athletic Club defense. Despite this dominance, converting these opportunities into clear-cut goals proved challenging against a resolute Athletic backline.
The Rojiblancos' attacking intent was clear, with 62 passes into the final third and a respectable expected goals (xG) tally suggesting they were carving out opportunities. Their tactical approach involved a mix of patient build-up and more direct attempts, with 13 crosses attempted. Defensively, Atletico remained solid, registering 15 interceptions and winning 14 tackles, limiting Athletic Club's ability to establish a strong foothold in their own half and stifling their attacking ambitions throughout the initial phase of the match.
Despite Atletico's sustained pressure and greater share of possession, Athletic Club remained organized and resilient. The visitors focused on defensive solidity, making crucial tackles and clearances to deny Atletico clear sight of goal. While their attacking statistics might not have matched Atletico's, the team from Bilbao demonstrated their capacity to absorb pressure and remain in contention. The game remained a tight affair, with neither side able to decisively break the deadlock in the early stages.
As the match progressed, Athletic Club began to find more moments of attacking impetus, testing the Atletico defense and pushing for an opening. The intensity of the contest remained high, with both teams battling for control in midfield and seeking to exploit any defensive lapses. The statistics suggest a keenly contested match, with Atletico creating more, but Athletic Club demonstrating their ability to stay in the game and potentially capitalize on any late opportunities that arose from the ebb and flow of this LaLiga fixture.
