Match report
Celta Vigo Stuns Atletico Madrid 1-0 in La Liga Clash
Atletico Madrid
0–1
FT
Celta Vigo
May 9, 2026
Celta Vigo stunned Atletico Madrid, securing a 1-0 victory in a match that saw B. Iglesias score the decisive goal for Celta Vigo in the 62nd minute. Atletico Madrid struggled to find their rhythm, despite numerous substitutions and attempts to regain control. This result has significant implications for both teams' La Liga standings.
Key Facts
- • Final Score: Atletico Madrid 0-1 Celta Vigo
- • Goal: B. Iglesias (Celta Vigo) in the 62nd minute
- • Assist: W. Swedberg (Celta Vigo)
- • Yellow Cards: I. Moriba (Celta Vigo), A. Baena (Atletico Madrid)
- • Substitutions (Atletico Madrid): Robin Le Normand (20'), T. Almada (60'), N. Molina (60'), O. Vargas (69'), M. Cubo (69')
Lineups
Atletico Madrid
Formation: 4-4-2
Starting XI
- 13 Jan Oblak (G)
- 18 Marc Pubill (D)
- 2 José María Giménez (D)
- 17 Dávid Hancko (D)
- 3 Matteo Ruggeri (D)
- 14 Marcos Llorente (M)
- 6 Koke (M)
- 10 Alex Baena (M)
- 22 Ademola Lookman (M)
- 7 Antoine Griezmann (F)
- 9 Alexander Sørloth (F)
Substitutes
- 24 Robin Le Normand
- 16 Nahuel Molina
- 11 Thiago Almada
- 21 Obed Vargas
- 61 Miguel Llorente
- 1 Juan Musso
- 31 Salvi Esquivel
- 15 Clément Lenglet
- 34 Julio Díaz
- 4 Rodrigo Mendoza
- 47 Javi Morcillo
- 37 Iker Luque
Celta Vigo
Formation: 3-4-2-1
Starting XI
- 13 Ionuț Radu (G)
- 32 Javi Rodríguez (D)
- 29 Yoel Lago (D)
- 20 Marcos Alonso (D)
- 14 Alvaro Núñez (M)
- 8 Fer López (M)
- 6 Ilaix Moriba (M)
- 3 Óscar Mingueza (M)
- 18 Pablo Durán (F)
- 19 Williot Swedberg (F)
- 7 Borja Iglesias (F)
Substitutes
- 5 Sergio Carreira
- 9 Ferran Jutglà
- 10 Iago Aspas
- 23 Hugo Álvarez
- 1 Iván Villar
- 24 Carlos Domínguez
- 12 Manu Fernández
- 4 Joseph Aidoo
- 21 Mihailo Ristić
- 22 Hugo Sotelo
- 36 Andrés Antañón
- 39 Jones El-Abdellaoui
Timeline
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19' Celta Vigo Card · Yellow CardI. Moriba
Tripping
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20' Atletico Madrid subst · Substitution 1Off: José María Giménez · On: Robin Le Normand
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60' Atletico Madrid subst · Substitution 2Off: A. Griezmann · On: T. Almada
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60' Atletico Madrid subst · Substitution 3Off: A. Lookman · On: N. Molina
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62' Celta Vigo Goal · Normal GoalB. Iglesias · Assist: W. Swedberg
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66' Atletico Madrid Card · Yellow CardA. Baena
misses next match
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68' Celta Vigo subst · Substitution 1Off: B. Iglesias · On: F. Jutgla
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68' Celta Vigo subst · Substitution 2Off: P. Duran · On: I. Aspas
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68' Celta Vigo subst · Substitution 3Off: Alvaro Nunez · On: S. Carreira
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69' Atletico Madrid subst · Substitution 4Off: A. Baena · On: O. Vargas
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69' Atletico Madrid subst · Substitution 5Off: Robin Le Normand · On: M. Cubo
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77' Celta Vigo Card · Yellow CardF. Lopez
Foul
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77' Celta Vigo subst · Substitution 4Off: W. Swedberg · On: H. Alvarez
Match Stats
| Stat | Atletico Madrid | Celta Vigo |
|---|---|---|
| Fouls | 11 | 13 |
| Pass Accuracy | 90% | 86% |
| Offsides | 2 | 4 |
| Red Cards | — | — |
| Total Shots | 20 | 3 |
| Corners | 10 | 0 |
| Total Passes | 558 | 467 |
| Yellow Cards | 1 | 2 |
| Blocked Shots | 6 | 1 |
| Shots on Target | 4 | 1 |
| xG | 1.98 | 0.13 |
| Shots off Target | 10 | 1 |
| Possession | 56% | 44% |
| Goals Prevented | 1.40 | 1.40 |
| Accurate Passes | 503 | 402 |
| Shots Inside Box | 15 | 1 |
| Saves | 0 | 4 |
| Shots Outside Box | 5 | 2 |
Key Match Notes
- ▸ Atletico Madrid was dealt a significant blow in the 62nd minute when B. Iglesias scored the only goal of the match, setting a surprising tone for the rest of the game.
- ▸ Celta Vigo maintained their discipline and defensive tactics after the goal, ensuring they held on to their lead against Atletico Madrid's vigorous attacks.