Real Madrid and Atlético Madrid, two iconic football clubs from Madrid, have contrasting histories in terms of trophy success. Real Madrid is the more decorated of the two, with an unparalleled record in both domestic and international competitions. They have won a record 14 UEFA Champions League titles, establishing themselves as one of the most successful clubs in European football history. Domestically, they have secured 35 La Liga titles, along with 20 Copa del Rey trophies and 12 Supercopa de España titles. Additionally, Real Madrid has multiple FIFA Club World Cups and UEFA Super Cups, further emphasizing their global stature.
Atlético Madrid, while not as decorated as their crosstown rivals, has also built a legacy of their own. The club has won 11 La Liga titles, with notable successes under manager Diego Simeone in recent years. Atlético has also won 10 Copa del Rey trophies and 3 Supercopa de España titles. On the European stage, they have secured the UEFA Europa League three times and the UEFA Super Cup three times, showcasing their strength in secondary European competitions. Although Real Madrid's trophy collection is significantly larger, Atlético's achievements highlight their competitiveness and ability to challenge their illustrious neighbors, contributing to the intensity of the Madrid derby, one of football's most anticipated and fiercely contested rivalries.