The latest Atlético Madrid vs Real Sociedad meeting ended with Atlético Madrid winning 3-0 at Real Sociedad on September 13, 2026, in LaLiga. Álex Grimaldo scored from the penalty spot, while Julian David and Giuliano Simeone added goals late in the match. The next league meeting is scheduled for January 17, 2027, in Madrid.
Key Takeaways
- Atlético Madrid won the latest meeting 3-0 on September 13, 2026.
- The match was played at Anoeta, Real Sociedad’s home stadium.
- Atlético Madrid had also beaten Real Sociedad 3-2 in March 2026.
- The clubs drew 1-1 in January 2026 and 2-2 in the 2026 Copa del Rey.
- Their next scheduled LaLiga meeting is January 17, 2027, at the Riyadh Air Metropolitano.
Atlético Madrid vs Real Sociedad: Latest Result
The most recent Atlético Madrid vs Real Sociedad match took place on September 13, 2026, during Matchday 5 of the 2026-27 LaLiga season.
Real Sociedad hosted Atlético Madrid at Anoeta, but the visitors won 3-0. Atlético Madrid used a 3-4-2-1 setup, while Real Sociedad started with a 4-2-3-1 formation.
The match remained goalless until the closing stages. Atlético Madrid opened the scoring in the 84th minute when Álex Grimaldo converted a penalty. Julian David then scored in the 90th minute, before Giuliano Simeone added a third goal five minutes into stoppage time.
Match Details
| Detail | Information |
|---|---|
| Competition | LaLiga |
| Date | September 13, 2026 |
| Venue | Anoeta |
| Result | Real Sociedad 0-3 Atlético Madrid |
| Matchday | 5 |
| Atlético goals | Grimaldo, Julian David, Giuliano |
| Real Sociedad goals | None |
The result gave Atlético Madrid another positive result in this matchup and extended a strong recent run against Real Sociedad.
Atlético Madrid vs Real Sociedad Head-to-Head
The recent Atlético Madrid vs Real Sociedad H2H record contains several close games, but Atlético Madrid has taken most of the recent victories.
Looking at the most recent competitive meetings, Atlético Madrid won 3-0 in September 2026, 3-2 in March 2026 and 4-0 in May 2025. The teams also drew 1-1 in January 2026.
There was another meeting in the 2025-26 Copa del Rey. That match finished 2-2 after extra time, according to LaLiga’s official match record.
Recent Meetings
| Date | Competition | Result |
|---|---|---|
| Sep. 13, 2026 | LaLiga | Real Sociedad 0-3 Atlético Madrid |
| Apr. 18, 2026 | Copa del Rey | Atlético Madrid 2-2 Real Sociedad |
| Mar. 7, 2026 | LaLiga | Atlético Madrid 3-2 Real Sociedad |
| Jan. 4, 2026 | LaLiga | Real Sociedad 1-1 Atlético Madrid |
| May 10, 2025 | LaLiga | Atlético Madrid 4-0 Real Sociedad |
| Oct. 6, 2024 | LaLiga | Real Sociedad 1-1 Atlético Madrid |
| May 25, 2024 | LaLiga | Real Sociedad 0-2 Atlético Madrid |
| Oct. 8, 2023 | LaLiga | Atlético Madrid 2-1 Real Sociedad |
These results show why the matchup is worth examining beyond one isolated scoreline. Some meetings have been high-scoring, while others have been decided by a single goal or ended level.
Latest Form of Both Teams
Atlético Madrid
Atlético Madrid entered the September 13 meeting with a mixed opening to the 2026-27 LaLiga campaign. The club began with a 2-0 win over Málaga, drew 2-2 with Villarreal, beat Sevilla 3-1 and then lost 3-0 away to Athletic Club.
The victory over Real Sociedad was followed by another strong league result, a 4-0 win over Osasuna on September 16. Atlético then defeated Real Madrid 2-1 on September 20.
That means the club’s league schedule around the Real Sociedad match included three consecutive wins against Real Sociedad, Osasuna and Real Madrid.
Real Sociedad
Real Sociedad’s opening 2026-27 league results were more varied.
The team lost 1-0 to Real Betis, lost 4-1 to Real Madrid, defeated Espanyol 2-1, drew 0-0 with Celta, beat Elche 3-2 and then lost 3-0 at home to Atlético Madrid.
Real Sociedad responded after the Atlético match by beating Valencia 3-2 on September 20. The club also began European competition with a 2-1 home defeat against Bournemouth in the Europa League on September 17.
The recent results therefore provide useful context, but they should not be treated as a prediction of how future meetings will finish.
Atlético Madrid vs Real Sociedad: Next Match
The next scheduled Atlético Madrid vs Real Sociedad LaLiga match is set for Sunday, January 17, 2027.
This time, Atlético Madrid will be the home team. LaLiga lists the fixture for Matchday 20 at the Riyadh Air Metropolitano in Madrid.
The currently published schedule gives the date, but the kickoff time is not yet listed on LaLiga’s match page.
The fixture reverses the location from the September meeting. In September, Real Sociedad hosted the match at Anoeta. In January, Atlético Madrid will host the return league fixture.
The two clubs have already played once in the 2026-27 LaLiga season, so the January fixture will be their second league meeting of the campaign.
Why the Recent H2H Record Matters
The recent history between these clubs offers useful context for anyone searching for Atlético Madrid vs Real Sociedad stats.
Atlético Madrid won the last three LaLiga meetings: 4-0 in May 2025, 3-2 in March 2026 and 3-0 in September 2026. Before that run, the clubs drew 1-1 in January 2026.
Home advantage has also been noticeable in several recent meetings. Atlético Madrid won 3-2 and 4-0 in its home league matches against Real Sociedad in 2025 and 2026. Real Sociedad, however, hosted the January 2026 meeting that finished 1-1 before the September 2026 match ended 3-0 to Atlético.
The broader historical record also contains Real Sociedad victories, so a long-term H2H should not be reduced to only the most recent results. For example, Real Sociedad won 2-0 in the September 2019 meeting.
For current readers, the most relevant information is therefore the recent competitive record, the latest result, and the next scheduled fixture.
Frequently Asked Questions
What was the latest Atlético Madrid vs Real Sociedad result?
The latest meeting finished Real Sociedad 0-3 Atlético Madrid on September 13, 2026, in LaLiga. Atlético’s goals came from Álex Grimaldo, Julian David and Giuliano Simeone.
Who won the latest meeting?
Atlético Madrid won 3-0. The match was played at Anoeta, with Atlético scoring three times during the final stages of the game.
When is the next Atlético Madrid vs Real Sociedad match?
The next scheduled LaLiga meeting is January 17, 2027, at the Riyadh Air Metropolitano. It is listed as Matchday 20, although the kickoff time is currently shown as unconfirmed on LaLiga’s match page.
What is the recent H2H record?
In their recent meetings, Atlético Madrid has recorded several wins, including 4-0 in May 2025, 3-2 in March 2026 and 3-0 in September 2026. The teams also drew 1-1 in January 2026.
Where will the next match be played?
The next scheduled league meeting will be played at Riyadh Air Metropolitano, Atlético Madrid’s home stadium in Madrid.
Conclusion
The Atlético Madrid vs Real Sociedad matchup has produced a number of different results in recent seasons, but the latest meeting was decisive. Atlético Madrid won 3-0 at Anoeta on September 13, 2026, with all three goals arriving in the final stages.
The clubs are scheduled to meet again on January 17, 2027, when Atlético Madrid will host Real Sociedad in Matchday 20 of LaLiga.
For readers tracking this fixture, the most useful indicators are the latest result, recent H2H meetings, current form and the confirmed schedule rather than relying on older head-to-head records alone.
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