Earlier in the season (August 2025), the two teams played out a 1–1 draw at the Riyadh Air Metropolitano.
In 19 total meetings, Atlético has won 13, while Elche has managed only 4 victories. Atletico Madryt - Elche
The latest encounter between these two sides was an absolute rollercoaster that saw 10-man Atlético fall short in a five-goal thriller. Despite a heroic effort from , who netted twice for the visitors, Diego Simeone's men could not overcome a critical 30th-minute red card shown to Thiago Almada . Earlier in the season (August 2025), the two
moved up to 14th place with 38 points, giving them some much-needed breathing room in their battle against relegation. Head-to-Head History Despite a heroic effort from , who netted
Atlético Madrid recently suffered a shock 3–2 defeat to Elche CF at the Estadio Manuel Martínez Valero on April 22, 2026. Wed, Apr 22 Elche won! Atlético Madrid
Before this recent stumble, Atlético had a commanding lead in the series, often keeping clean sheets against the Franjiverdes. Elche stuns Atletico Madrid in five-goal thriller
While Elche celebrated a massive upset in April 2026, the historical record remains heavily tilted in favor of the Colchoneros .