Atlético Madrid claimed bragging rights in the Spanish capital with a 2-1 victory over city rivals Real Madrid in a fiercely contested LaLiga derby, with Real Madrid reduced to 10 men during the match.

The result marks a significant statement of intent from Atlético Madrid, who overcame the extra challenge of facing a desperate Real Madrid side fighting with the determination that comes from being a man down.

Real Madrid's numerical disadvantage proved decisive in a pulsating encounter that had the Metropolitano roaring, as Atlético Madrid took full advantage to seal all three points and move up the LaLiga standings.