Atletico Madrid 1-2 Real Madrid Player Ratings: Valverde, Rodrygo Shine in Derby to Set Up El Clasico in Final

The Madrid derby in Jeddah had an entertaining start, with Real Madrid taking an early lead in the Spanish Super Cup semi-final. Federico Valverde lit up the occasion with a spectacular free kick only a couple of minutes into the match.

After conceding early, Atletico looked desperate to make a comeback in the crucial knockout tie, with Julian Alvarez leading the attack alongside Alexander Sorloth.

Diego Simeone’s side pulled off some promising attempts late in the first half, but the Real Madrid defence refused to surrender. Thibaut Courtois was tested multiple times by Atletico forwards. However, Los Blancos managed to hold on to that narrow lead till the break.

For Real Madrid, Rodrygo and Vinicius made some positive moves in the penalty area. Alex Baena was the standout player for Atlético Madrid, but none of his efforts were enough to level the score.

More drama awaited in the second half. Desperate for the equaliser, Atletico Madrid kicked things off with the same pace and kept on pressing high on the pitch. While Atletico continued to push for their opener, Rodrygo doubled the lead for Real Madrid CF with a top-notch finish.

This time, Atletico responded instantly as Alexander Sorloth pulled one back with a wonderful header, keeping the Madrid derby alive. Sorloth came close to giving Atletico the equaliser as he attempted a left-footed shot, but Courtois stood tall to save the lead. Atletico Madrid looked dangerous in the last few minutes, with the experienced Antoine Griezmann in the attack.

However, Simeone's team were unable to break the Real Madrid defence as Xabi Alonso's men sealed their spot in the Supercopa de España final, where they will meet arch-rivals Barcelona. Now, let's take a look at Atletico Madrid vs Real Madrid player ratings from the second semi-final:

Key Takeaways:

1. Federico Valverde scored a breathtaking free kick, giving Real Madrid a positive start.
2. Rodrygo established a two-goal lead for Real Madrid in the second half.
3. Alexander Sorloth opened the scoring for Atletico with a rising header.
4. After beating the derby rivals, Real Madrid will meet Barcelona in the Spanish Super Cup final.

Atletico Madrid Player Ratings vs Real Madrid

Here are Sportsdunia's Atletico Madrid player ratings from the Spanish Super Cup semi-final:

Real Madrid Player Ratings vs Atletico Madrid

Check out Real Madrid player ratings from the Madrid derby:

Man of the Match in Atletico Madrid vs Real Madrid

Federico Valverde, with 8.5/10 ratings, was Sportsdunia's Player of the Match from the Spanish Super Cup semi-final.

Worst Performer

Atletico Madrid's Jan Oblak was not at his best against Real Madrid and conceded two goals.