Atletico Madrid Win Third Super Cup

Atletico Madrid have won the 2018 Super Cup.

The Spanish side edged their arch rival, Real Madrid 4-2 in the Super Cup match played on Wednesday.

Two goals by Diego Costa and one each for Saúl and Koke saw Atlético lifted their third Super Cup at the expense of city rivals Real Madrid.

Striker Diego Costa opened the scoring for Atletico Madrid after just 49 seconds of the clash on Wednesday

Forward Karim Benzema equalised for Real Madrid on the half-hour mark following a cross by Gareth Bale

Sergio Ramos put Real in front in the second half from the penalty spot after Juanfran handled the ball in area

Costa pulled the Europa League holders back into the contest in the 79th minute of the UEFA Super Cup final

Saul Niguez put Atletico Madrid ahead in first half of extra-time with a stunning left-footed volley in the box

Koke added a fourth for the Europa League holders in the 104th minute of the match to secure win over rivals

With the victory Atletico has proven to be the side to beat not just in Spain but also in Europe