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Real Madrid Beaten by Atlético, Barcelona Extends Lead to Six Points

Real Madrid lost 2-1 away to Atlético in the Madrid derby. The defeat widens the gap with FC Barcelona, now six points clear at the top of Liga.

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Real Madrid Beaten by Atlético, Barcelona Extends Lead to Six Points
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Real Madrid suffered defeat at the hands of Atlético (2-1) in the Madrid derby on September 20, 2026, and sees FC Barcelona open up a significant lead at the top of Liga.

With this loss at the Metropolitano, Real Madrid now trails Barcelona by six points. A gap that, at this stage of the season, places the Merengues in a delicate position in the title race.

Match details — goalscorers, playing time, incidents — have not yet been fully communicated. A complete update is expected.

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