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Atlético beats Real Madrid in derby, Mourinho criticizes refereeing

Atlético Madrid defeated Real Madrid 2-1, with Mourinho questioning refereeing decisions in the capital derby.

21 September 2026Tagblick Newsdesk

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In the Madrid derby held at the Metropolitano Stadium, Atlético Madrid defeated Real Madrid 2-1. The decisive goal was scored by Grimaldo, assisted by Bernardo. The victory for the Colchoneros is significant, especially with José Mourinho's return to derbies in the Spanish capital during the seventh round of La Liga.

After the match, Mourinho brought photos of incidents where his team appealed for red cards into the press room. He showed the images to journalists, emphasizing his dissatisfaction with the refereeing.

Real Madrid finished the match with 10 players after a dismissal in the second half, complicating their recovery in the game. The defeat marks a significant moment in Mourinho's trajectory and in the classic rivalry with Atlético.

On the other hand, Atlético Madrid responded to Mourinho's criticisms regarding the officiating team, urging him to stop what they consider harassment. The club expressed support for the referees' performance during the derby.

The Colchoneros' reaction was clear, following the context of the match and the pressure refereeing faces in such intense confrontations. Mourinho also stated that decisions during the game affected the final result.

The atmosphere at the Metropolitano Stadium reflected the fierce rivalry between the two teams, with fans energetically supporting their side, while Real Madrid tried to turn the situation around after the red card. The match left important questions regarding the performance of the officiating team.

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