Federico Valverde Stats Vs Atletico Madrid: A Detailed Review
When Real Madrid meets Atletico Madrid, the clash is always a tactical battle. One player who consistently stands out in these high‑stakes encounters is Federico Valverde. The Uruguayan midfielder brings energy, versatility, and a relentless work rate that often decides the outcome of the match. Below we break down Valverde’s statistical performance against Atletico across recent competitions, highlighting the key moments that underline his impact.
Overall Numbers in Competitive Matches
From the 2021‑22 season through the 2023‑24 campaign, Valverde has faced Atletico Madrid in nine official fixtures (four La Liga matches, three UEFA Champions League games, and two Supercopa España contests). The aggregate data from these encounters provides a clear picture of his contributions:
- Minutes played: 720 minutes (average 80 minutes per game)
- Goals: 2
- Assists: 3
- Pass completion: 91 %
- Key passes: 12 (average 1.3 per match)
- Distance covered: 10.8 km per game
- Duels won: 57 (average 6.3 per match)
- Tackles: 31 (average 3.4 per match)
These figures illustrate why Valverde is often described as the engine room of Real Madrid’s midfield, especially when the team needs to break down Atletico’s compact defensive blocks.
Key Matches and Moment‑by‑Moment Stats
La Liga 2022‑23: Real Madrid 2–1 Atletico MadridIn the October 2022 showdown, Valverde played the full 90 minutes and recorded a 94 % pass accuracy, completing 61 of 65 attempts. He contributed one of the two goals, netting the equaliser in the 57th minute, and delivered an assist for the winning goal two minutes later. His defensive work was equally impressive, with four interceptions and three successful tackles
