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Athletic Club vs Real Madrid

King Fahd Stadium, Riyadh16 January 2022 at 18:30
Referee: Cesar Soto Grado

Match Events

Athletic Club
Real Madrid
Kick Off
38′
L. Modrić

assist: Rodrygo

Half Time
Álex BerenguerNico Williams
46′
Penalty awarded50′
VAR
52′
K. Benzema

Penalty

BalenziagaYuri
58′
Oier ZarragaMikel Vesga
58′
Oihan SancetRaúl García
58′
64′
RodrygoF. Valverde
MuniainNico Serrano
81′
86′
Vinícius JúniorMarcelo
Penalty awarded87′
VAR
90+1′
Lucas VázquezNacho
Full Time

Match Statistics

2Shots on Goal4
7Shots off Goal3
14Total Shots13
5Blocked Shots6
9Shots insidebox9
5Shots outsidebox4
10Fouls7
3Corner Kicks6
0Offsides3
43%Ball Possession57%
2Yellow Cards0
0Red Cards1
2Goalkeeper Saves2
449Total passes619
399Passes accurate559
89%Passes %90%

Lineups

Squad Ratings

The overall squad rating for Athletic Club is 6.06, compared to 6.95 for Real Madrid. This metric is derived from each player's average match rating across all league appearances this season — anything above 7.00 is considered strong, while below 6.50 signals inconsistency. Athletic Club's highest-rated starter is Yeray (6.78), while Real Madrid's best-rated player is Éder Militão (7.30).

Attacking Output

The starting XI of Athletic Club have contributed 0 goals and 0 assists this season, led by —. Real Madrid's starters account for 4 goals and 1 assists, spearheaded by Éder Militão (2G). Goals reflect clinical finishing and chance creation, while assists highlight the ability to unlock defences through through-balls, crosses, and set pieces.

Midfield Control

Athletic Club field 11 midfielders averaging 6.06, versus Real Madrid's 11 rated 6.95. Midfield ratings reflect passing accuracy, interceptions, key passes, and overall control of possession — the team that dominates midfield typically dictates the tempo and territory of the match.

Passing & Build-Up

Passing accuracy averages 84% for Athletic Club and 90% for Real Madrid. Higher passing accuracy generally indicates a possession-based style with patient build-up through the thirds, while lower figures may suggest a more direct, counter-attacking approach with long balls and quick transitions.

Discipline

Athletic Club's starters have collected 0 yellow cards this season, compared to 3 for Real Madrid. Yellow cards reflect how aggressively a team presses and tackles — a high count may indicate a physical, high-pressing style but also risks suspensions and late free-kicks in dangerous areas.

Age & Experience

The average age of Athletic Club's starting XI is 28.8 (youngest: Oihan Sancet (25), oldest: Williams (31)), while Real Madrid average 30.3 (youngest: Rodrygo (24), oldest: L. Modrić (40)). Younger squads typically offer pace, energy, and pressing intensity, while experienced lineups bring composure, game management, and the ability to handle high-pressure moments.

Squad Depth

Athletic Club's starters average 2 league appearances each, versus 4 for Real Madrid. High appearance counts indicate an established, well-drilled unit that the manager trusts week in and week out. Lower figures may suggest rotation, injuries, or emerging players still earning their place in the team.

Athletic Club4-4-24-3-3Real Madrid
GKDEFMIDFWD
1Simón24Balenzi.18Marcos4Martínez5Yeray14García8Sancet19Zarraga10Muniain9Williams7Berengu.1Courtois4Alaba23Mendy3Militão10Modrić8Kroos14Casemiro17Vázquez9Benzema20Júnior21Rodrygo

Substitutes

Coach: Marcelino

Substitutes

Coach: C. Ancelotti

Athletic ClubPosition StrengthReal Madrid
6.06
Avg Rating
6.95
6.06Midfielder (11 v 11)6.95
0G 0A4G 1A
Athletic Club4-4-2
1MidfielderUnai Simón4.6
24MidfielderBalenziaga
18MidfielderDe Marcos
4MidfielderÍñigo Martínez
5MidfielderYeray6.8
14MidfielderDani García
8MidfielderOihan Sancet6.0
19MidfielderOier Zarraga
10MidfielderMuniain
9MidfielderWilliams6.7
7MidfielderÁlex Berenguer6.2
Real Madrid4-3-3
1MidfielderT. Courtois7.1
4MidfielderD. Alaba6.7
23MidfielderF. Mendy6.6
3MidfielderÉder Militão7.32G1A
10MidfielderL. Modrić6.7
8MidfielderT. Kroos
14MidfielderCasemiro
17MidfielderLucas Vázquez
9MidfielderK. Benzema
20MidfielderVinícius Júnior7.21G
21MidfielderRodrygo7.01G

Match Summary

Real Madrid defeated Athletic Club 2:0. The match was played in Super Cup 2021. Goals were scored by L. Modrić 38′, K. Benzema 52′ (pen.). 2 yellow cards were shown, 1 red cards. Athletic Club had 43% possession while Real Madrid held 57%. Athletic Club had 14 shots (2 on target) compared to 13 (4 on target) for Real Madrid. Athletic Club made 5 substitutions, Real Madrid made 3. VAR was involved: Penalty awarded (Toni Kroos 50′), Penalty awarded (Raúl García 87′).

Rivalry since 2010

Athletic Club vs Real Madrid Head to Head Results

33 stretnutí
Athletic Club
4
wins
Drawn
6
Real Madrid
23
wins
Total goals
89 · 2.7/match
Both scored
16/33 · 48%
Over 2.5
18/33 · 55%

Recent Meetings

Highest-scoring game: 42 v 2016

Recent Form

Athletic Club

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Real Madrid

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Match Prediction

Athletic Club

10%

Home win

 

45%

Draw

Real Madrid

45%

Away win

Model advice

Combo Double chance : draw or Real Madrid and +1.5 goals

50%Form50%
40%Attack60%
67%Defence33%
20%Head-to-head80%
Statistics are for informational purposes only. Past performance does not guarantee future results.

API data: 11 May 2026