Real Sociedad vs Atletico Madrid Stats: Head-to-head Analysis

Real Sociedad host Atletico Madrid at Anoeta in San Sebastian on 13 September 2026, with kick-off scheduled for 19:00 UTC in La Liga’s Regular Season - 5. Both sides come into this fixture level on 7 points, and this early-season clash could shape the upper half of the table. Real Sociedad vs Atletico Madrid stats underline how tight this matchup has been in league and cup action.

In the current La Liga 2026 standings, Atletico Madrid sit 7th with a goal difference of +1 after 4 matches, while Real Sociedad are 9th with a goal difference of -2 from 5 games. Real Sociedad have been solid at home with 1 win and 1 draw, conceding just once, whereas Atletico Madrid have taken points both home and away. The stakes are clear: a win here would give either side a valuable early push towards the European places and will add another chapter to the Real Sociedad vs Atletico Madrid stats story.

Head-to-head record

The record shows a competitive recent series between Real Sociedad and Atletico Madrid across La Liga and the Copa del Rey.

Previous meetings: 5
Real Sociedad wins: 0
Draws: 3
Atletico Madrid wins: 2

Real Sociedad vs Atletico Madrid Timeline & Historical Context

Looking at the Real Sociedad vs Atletico Madrid timeline in competitive fixtures, the most recent chapter came on 18 April 2026 in the Copa del Rey Final at Estadio de La Cartuja in Sevilla. On that occasion, Atletico Madrid were designated as the home team and the match finished Atletico Madrid 2-2 Real Sociedad after regular time, with a half-time score of 1-2. Real Sociedad ultimately prevailed 4-3 on penalties, a result that counts as a draw in the head-to-head record but represents a major psychological boost for the Basque side in knockout competition.

Earlier in the same 2025-26 season, the teams met in La Liga on 7 March 2026 at Metropolitano Stadium in Madrid. Atletico Madrid, at home, edged a high-scoring contest, winning 3-2 against Real Sociedad after a 1-1 first half. That league victory followed another tight encounter on 4 January 2026 at Reale Arena in San Sebastian, where Real Sociedad and Atletico Madrid played out a 1-1 draw in La Liga’s Regular Season - 18, with a goalless first half before both sides found the net after the break.

The Real Sociedad vs Atletico Madrid timeline in league play also includes a dominant home performance by Atletico Madrid on 10 May 2025 in La Liga Regular Season - 35 at Riyadh Air Metropolitano. Atletico Madrid led 4-0 at half-time and closed out a comprehensive 4-0 win over Real Sociedad. Prior to that, on 6 October 2024 at Reale Arena in Donostia-San Sebastián, Real Sociedad and Atletico Madrid shared the points in La Liga’s Regular Season - 9, drawing 1-1 after Atletico Madrid had led 1-0 at half-time. Across these fixtures, history points to a rivalry marked by close scorelines in San Sebastian and more decisive margins when Atletico Madrid host.

Real Sociedad vs Atletico Madrid Head to Head Overall Breakdown

The overall Real Sociedad vs Atletico Madrid head-to-head breakdown from these recent matches highlights Atletico’s slight edge in results but a relatively balanced goal output.

Overall Record & Goals:

Total Goals Scored: Real Sociedad 6 - 11 Atletico Madrid
Average Goals per Match: Real Sociedad 1.20 vs Atletico Madrid 2.20

Venue Split Performance:

At Real Sociedad's stadium: 3 matches played here — Real Sociedad won 0 (as home side), Atletico Madrid won 0 (as away side), 3 draws
At Atletico Madrid's stadium: 2 matches played here — Atletico Madrid won 2 (as home side), Real Sociedad won 0 (as away side), 0 draws

Real Sociedad vs Atletico Madrid Last Results: Past Direct Meetings

Here are the Real Sociedad vs Atletico Madrid last results in recent competitive fixtures:

18 April 2026: Atletico Madrid 2-2 Real Sociedad (Half-time: 1-2) – Copa del Rey Final (Real Sociedad won 4-3 on penalties)
7 March 2026: Atletico Madrid 3-2 Real Sociedad (Half-time: 1-1) – La Liga Regular Season - 27
4 January 2026: Real Sociedad 1-1 Atletico Madrid (Half-time: 0-0) – La Liga Regular Season - 18
10 May 2025: Atletico Madrid 4-0 Real Sociedad (Half-time: 4-0) – La Liga Regular Season - 35
6 October 2024: Real Sociedad 1-1 Atletico Madrid (Half-time: 0-1) – La Liga Regular Season - 9

Recent Form: Last 5 Matches Breakdown

Last 5 Real Sociedad Matches Results and Stats

Real Sociedad’s recent form in La Liga 2026, season to date, has been mixed. Over 5 league matches they have 2 wins, 1 draw and 2 defeats, with 6 goals scored and 8 conceded. At Anoeta they have been difficult to beat, taking 4 points from 2 home games with 2 goals scored and just 1 allowed, indicating a more controlled defensive performance in front of their own fans. Away from home they have been more open, with 4 goals scored and 7 conceded, suggesting that their balance between attack and defence is still a work in progress.

Recent Results Summary: Win 2, Draw 1, Lose 2

Last 5 Atletico Madrid Matches Results and Stats

Atletico Madrid’s La Liga 2026 form, season to date, shows a solid platform. In 4 league fixtures they have recorded 2 wins, 1 draw and 1 loss, scoring 7 and conceding 6. At home they have taken 4 points from 2 games with 4 goals for and 2 against, while their 2 away matches have produced 1 win and 1 defeat with a 3-4 goal record. The numbers point to a side that still carries attacking threat but is conceding more than in some previous seasons, making their games relatively open by their standards.

Recent Results Summary: Win 2, Draw 1, Lose 1

Historical Statistical Verdict

Across the available Real Sociedad vs Atletico Madrid stats, Atletico Madrid hold a narrow advantage in recent head-to-head results, with 2 wins from 5 and an 11-6 aggregate goal edge. However, Real Sociedad have drawn all three home meetings in this sample, underlining how difficult they are to beat in San Sebastian. The Copa del Rey Final on 18 April 2026, officially a draw after 120 minutes but decided in Real Sociedad’s favour on penalties, adds an extra psychological layer, showing that the Basque side can match Atletico Madrid on a neutral stage. Season-to-date league form suggests Atletico Madrid arrive with slightly better numbers in attack and goal difference, but Real Sociedad’s strong home defensive record keeps this fixture finely balanced. Overall, history points to Atletico Madrid having the edge when they host, while matches at Anoeta tend to be tight, low-margin contests where a draw or a single goal could decide the outcome.

Real Sociedad vs Atletico Madrid H2H Statistics updated on 8 September 2026.