Real Madrid Women 1-0 Atletico de Madrid Women – Liga F A solitary first-half goal was enough to separate the two Madrid giants as Real Madrid Women edged out their city rivals Atletico de Madrid Women 1-0 at the Estadio Alfredo Di Stéfano on 10 May 2026. The result strengthens Real Madrid’s hold on second place in the Primera División de la Liga de Fútbol Femenino, while denting Atletico’s hopes of breaking into the top three.

The match began at a ferocious pace, typical of the Madrid derby. Both sides pressed high, making for an intense but scrappy opening. Real Madrid found the breakthrough in the 28th minute. A delightful through ball from Teresa Abelleira split the Atletico defence, and Linda Caicedo raced onto it, showing composure to lift the ball over the onrushing goalkeeper Lola Gallardo.

Atletico responded well, with Ludmila and Sheila García causing problems down the flanks. However, Real Madrid’s defence, marshalled by Ivana Andrés, remained resolute. The second half saw Atletico dominate possession, but they struggled to create clear chances. Real Madrid’s Misa Rodríguez was largely untroubled, though she made one fine save to deny a long-range strike from Virginia Torrecilla.

Key Moments

• 28’ – Goal: Real Madrid 1-0: Caicedo finishes with a delicate lob after Abelleira’s assist.
• 61’ – Chance: Ludmila hits the side netting after a clever turn in the box.
• 79’ – Save: Misa Rodríguez denies Torrecilla from 20 yards.
• 90+4’ – Late Foul: Real Madrid survive a free kick that goes just wide.

Standout Performers

• Linda Caicedo (Real Madrid): Her goal was a moment of pure class; she was a constant threat throughout.
• Teresa Abelleira (Real Madrid): The architect of the winner, her vision in midfield was key.
• Sheila García (Atletico Madrid Women): Energetic down the right, but lacked final product.

League Context

Real Madrid move to within three points of leaders FC Barcelona, who won earlier in the day. Atletico, meanwhile, remain fifth, now six points adrift of the Champions League places. The derby defeat is a significant setback for Óscar Fernández’s side, who had won their previous four matches.

The match also highlighted the growing maturity of Real Madrid’s squad. Despite missing several key players through injury, they managed the game expertly after taking the lead. Their ability to grind out results in high-intensity fixtures could prove decisive in the title race.