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Simeone's 50th Derby: A New Rivalry Begins
21 Mar
Summary
- Diego Simeone faces his 50th Madrid derby as Atletico coach.
- Simeone's historical derby record includes 14 wins, 17 draws.
- Alvaro Arbeloa is the eighth Real Madrid manager Simeone has faced.
The intense Madrid derby between Real Madrid and Atletico Madrid is set to reignite this weekend. For Atletico boss Diego Simeone, this fixture marks a historic 50th derby appearance against their city rivals. Across his 49 previous derby encounters, Simeone has achieved 14 wins, 17 draws, and 18 losses, showcasing a tightly contested record.
This milestone match also highlights a changing guard in management. Simeone will face Alvaro Arbeloa, making him the eighth distinct Real Madrid coach the Argentine has competed against. Historically, Simeone's fiercest tactical duels were with Carlo Ancelotti, with whom he shared a balanced record of nine wins each across 26 derby clashes.
Real Madrid enters the game with a strong desire for revenge following a significant 5-2 defeat in their last meeting. Meanwhile, Atletico Madrid looks to continue their assertion of dominance in a rivalry where outcomes are consistently narrow. Recent history at the Santiago Bernabeu shows encouragement for Atletico, as they have remained unbeaten in their last three league visits.
