Diego Simeone is the most important figure in Atlético Madrid's history. Lose to Barça, however, and that legacy will become about what could have been.

One of Europe's perennial European greats, Atletico Madrid are the dangerous third wheel to La Liga's leading lights of Real Madrid and Barcelona.

“Proper rival wanted for a worthy derby,” said a banner held up by Real Madrid fans before Atletico Madrid played at Real’s Bernabeu stadium in November 2011. That came as Atletico were ...

Another edition of the Madrid derby will take place in the UEFA Champions League on Wednesday with Atletico Madrid hosting Real Madrid as both sides eye a spot in the quarterfinals. Reigning ...

After playing out an enthralling 4-4 draw in the first leg of the Copa del Rey semi-final tie in February, Barcelona and Atletico Madrid will lock horns again this week with a spot in the final on

Real Madrid and Atlético Madrid have met nine times in the Champions League. / IMAGO/ABACAPRESS Real Madrid and Atlético Madrid have one of the best rivalries in soccer that produces must-see ...

Real Madrid and Atletico Madrid scored three excellent goals between them, with the former edging out the latter 2-1. Overall, it felt like both teams were holding something back. Madrid drew ...

Real Madrid vs Atletico Madrid never looked like being a festival of attacking football and so it proved on Tuesday night. This was a match of few clear-cut chances and only fleeting momentum on ...