Real Madrid dominated by local rival Atlético Madrid in 3-1 derby loss
Former Los Blancos striker Álvaro Morata gave Atlético the lead early on before it was extended by Antoine Griezmann.
There were to be no late heroics from Madrid’s new superstar Jude Bellingham this time, who experienced defeat for the first time since his move to the Spanish capital in the summer
Los Blancos manager Carlo Ancelotti experimented with his team selection, fielding four central midfielders – including both Kroos and Luka Modrić and relegating the in-form Aurélien Tchouaméni to the bench.
Madrid now sits third in La Liga, a point behind Girona and league leader Barcelona, while Atlético has moved up to fifth as a result of its efforts on Sunday.