Huijsen Red Card Swings Madrid Derby Atlético’s Way

Atlético Madrid defeated rivals Real Madrid 2-1 in a heated La Liga derby on September 21, 2026. The match shifted early in the second half when Real Madrid defender Dean Huijsen was sent off for fouling Giuliano Simeone in the penalty area. Álex Grimaldo converted the subsequent penalty kick, and Jonathan David soon added a second goal off a Simeone cross to extend the lead for Diego Simeone's side.

Antonio Rüdiger pulled a goal back late with a header, but Atlético held on for victory in José Mourinho's first Madrid derby since returning to Real Madrid. The ill-tempered match featured repeated confrontations, including half-time dismissals for members of both coaching staffs, while Mourinho later argued that Atlético players should have received red cards as well.