Real Sociedad vs Atlético Madrid (13 September 2026, La Liga): match facts, form and head-to-head

Real Sociedad’s home ground turned into a showcase for Atlético Madrid as the visitors stormed to a 3‑0 victory, widening the gap at the top of the table. The win lifted Atletico to fourth place with ten points from five matches, while the hosts linger in twelfth with just seven, their six goals scored dwarfed by the 11 they have conceded. The result also settled the season’s head‑to‑head, giving Atletico the sole triumph in their two‑game rivalry. With three wins, a draw and a single loss, Atletico now sit on a +4 goal difference, whereas Real Sociedad’s three defeats have left them with a –5 margin. The three‑goal cushion further cements Atletico’s push for European spots while Sociedad’s campaign remains in jeopardy.