Madrid Derby Kickoff Time
Real Madrid
Atlético Madrid
The Madrid Derby (Derbi Madrileño) between Real Madrid and Atlético Madrid is a clash of contrasting identities: the glamour and galácticos of Real against the working-class, battle-hardened culture of Atlético. Under Diego Simeone, Atlético became genuine rivals for the first time in decades.
Convert the Madrid Derby kick-off time
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- Sunday 21:00 CETCET (Central European Time)
- Saturday 21:00 CETCET (Central European Time)
- Wednesday 21:00 CET (UCL)CET (Central European Time)
Kickoff times vary by matchday and broadcaster selection. Use the converter above for any specific date.
Here is how a typical Saturday 15:00 CET (Central European Time) Madrid Derby kick-off converts globally. Use the kickoff converter for any specific match time.
London
04:00 pm
New York
11:00 am
Los Angeles
08:00 am
Dubai
07:00 pm
Sydney
01:00 am
Mumbai
08:30 pm
* Times shift by ±1 hour during DST transitions. Always verify the specific match date.
About the Madrid Derby
The rivalry began in 1929. For most of the 20th century Real dominated, but Atlético's revival under Simeone since 2011 — winning La Liga in 2014 and 2021, and reaching two Champions League finals — transformed it into a genuine battle for supremacy in the Spanish capital.
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Frequently Asked Questions
What time is the Madrid Derby?
The Madrid Derby typically kicks off at 21:00 CET (20:00 UK) on a Saturday or Sunday. Champions League editions between the clubs also use the standard 21:00 CET UCL slot.
What time is the Madrid Derby in the UK?
A 21:00 CET kick-off is 20:00 UK time in winter (GMT) and remains 20:00 UK in summer as both clocks shift forward.
What time is the Madrid Derby in the US?
A 21:00 CET kick-off is 15:00 ET / 12:00 PT.
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