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Top 10 players: Atlético Madrid 2-1 Real Madrid

The home side dominated most metrics

Top 10 players: Atlético Madrid 2-1 Real Madrid

In a thrilling LaLiga EA Sports match between Atlético Madrid and Real Madrid on September 20, 2026, the top 10 players were determined by their contributions to open-play passes and defensive actions. Atlético Madrid dominated in this regard, with nine of the top 10 players contributing significantly.

Lee Kang-In led the charge for Atlético, generating an impressive 0.369 xT from open-play passes, a figure higher than any other player. Dávid Hancko also shone for Atlético, playing 18 progressive passes, more than any other player on the field.

Real Madrid, too, had standout performers. Marc Cucurella was their defensive hero, recording 14 defensive actions, the highest in the match. Kylian Mbappé contributed seven progressive carries, more than any other Real Madrid player. Yan Diomande was exceptional in ball-winning, with 19 touches in the final third, tying for seventh overall.

Jude Bellingham was Real Madrid's key passer, contributing three key passes, tied for the highest in the match. He also had 13 defensive actions, second in the game. Finally, Hancko shone again for Real, contributing 18 progressive passes, the most in the match and second in xT creation from open-play passes. His 80 touches were also the second-highest total.

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