Atletico Madrid thrashed rivals Real Madrid 5-2 in a chaotic first derby of the season, with Julian Alvarez scoring twice to outshine Kylian Mbappe and expose Los Blancos’ defensive frailties.

Mbappe and Arda Guler were on target for Carlo Ancelotti’s side, but costly errors from Dean Huijsen and Eder Militao handed Atletico the initiative in a fiery contest at the Metropolitano.

Early drama and Madrid response

Robin Le Normand’s header gave Atletico the lead, but Real quickly turned the tide. Mbappe equalised after 25 minutes from Guler’s incisive pass before the youngster himself slotted past Jan Oblak to put Madrid ahead.

Madrid’s backline crumbled under pressure as Alexander Sorloth rose between Huijsen and Militao to nod home a leveller on the stroke of half-time, leaving Courtois stranded.

Alvarez takes control

Atleti regained the lead when Guler’s high boot caught Nico Gonzalez in the area, with Alvarez converting from the spot.

The Argentine then struck again with a sublime free-kick that dipped over the wall to make it 4-2.

Griezmann finishes the job

Antoine Griezmann capped off the rout in stoppage time with a precise finish into the bottom corner, sealing a memorable evening for Diego Simeone’s men and leaving Madrid to reflect on a defensive disaster.