This morning (January 11), Real Madrid faced Atletico Madrid in the semi-finals of the Spanish Super Cup. The Madrid derby did not disappoint supporters, as the two clubs chased the score magnificently.

In the sixth minute of the encounter, Mario Hermoso scored for Atletico Madrid. However, just 14 minutes later, midfielder Antonio Rüdiger scored for the White Vultures, tying the game at one.

After scoring the equalizer, Real Madrid played with zeal and had a strong position against their rivals. Mendy scored Real Madrid’s second goal in the 29th minute of the match, assisted by Carvajal.

However, coach Carlo Ancelotti and his team’s delight was fleeting. Because, in the 37th minute, striker Griezmann scored the second goal for Atletico Madrid, resuming the action.

Real Madrid and Atletico Madrid continued to generate an exciting contest in the second half, with numerous tit-for-tat situations. Antonio Rüdiger scored an own goal in the 78th minute to help Atletico Madrid retake the lead in this encounter.

Real Madrid pushed their players high after the third goal in pursuit of an equalizer. Los Blancos’ tireless efforts paid off when Dani Carvajal equalized 3-3 in the 85th minute.

When the two clubs drew 3-3 in regulation time, the Spanish Super Cup semi-final had to proceed to extra time. Coach Simeone’s team was weary in extra time, conceding two goals in minutes 116 and 120+2.

In the end, Real Madrid defeated Atletico Madrid 5-3 to advance to the Spanish Super Cup final. The victor of tonight’s second semi-final between Barcelona and Osasuna will face Real Madrid in the final.