The draw for the Round of 16 of the Copa del Rey took them by surprise in mid-flight to Riyadh, during their respective nine-hour journeys to the capital of Saudi Arabia, where Atlético de Madrid and Real Madrid will face each other this Wednesday in the semi-final of the Spanish Super Cup.
In the next 26 days, fate has blessed us with 3 exciting derbies. The first episode of this series of clashes takes place today in the Super Cup. In just over a week, on January 18, they will face each other again, this time on Colchonero territory, at a Cívitas Metropolitano that has already hung the "No tickets" sign.
Two days after having passed the halfway point between the winter solstice and the spring equinox, the two teams from the capital will close this trilogy on February 4 at the Santiago Bernabéu, in a match that has more than just 3 points at stake. 
🔍 The Initial Spark: Alberola Rojas Starring "Without Wanting It"
Under the shadow of the derby rain, controversy is unleashed with Javier Alberola Rojas' refereeing. Real Madrid expresses its discontent by recalling past errors and pointing out that with him as referee there has been the only defeat this season, in addition they emphasize the decrease in the rate of victories of the merengue team when they cross paths with the referee, winning only 50% of the matches officiated by Toledano. 
🔄 Turning Point: Three Almost Consecutive Derbies
The importance of derbies as turning points for teams is multiplied when three are played almost consecutively. Each match, from the Super Cup to the EA Sports LaLiga , becomes an opportunity to define rivalries, seek revenge and, above all, to win a title or consolidate a position in the table.
🌟 Featured Protagonists: Bellingham Vs Griezmann
Both players are in spectacular form and their exceptional quality could define derbies. With the ability to tip the balance in their favour, Jude Bellingham and Antoine Griezmann are seen as key players who could tip the balance in their respective teams' favour in these exciting clashes. 
⚔️ Narrative of Intensity and Rivalry that Requires "Bulletproof Vests"
In the backdrop of these three consecutive derbies between Atlético de Madrid and Real Madrid, the intensity is at an all-time high, fuelling the historic rivalry with scores to settle between the two teams. Aggression is unleashed in hard fouls and reckless tackles, creating a pitch where tension is palpable every minute. The incidents are not limited to the pitch; they extend to the stands and beyond, heating up an already charged atmosphere. Players and fans contribute to an explosive atmosphere, turning every gesture into a potential point of conflict. With three derbies in a row, the scores to settle between the two teams become more evident, fuelling a continuous cycle of intensity. Old grudges are renewed, provocations are magnified, and passion overflows in a setting where each match is a crucial chapter in a sporting narrative steeped in emotion and rivalry. 
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🤔 Who will emerge unscathed from this whirlwind of emotions and take victory in this trilogy of tension-filled derbies?
