One of the main focuses of the first matchday of Liga F Moeve will be the Madrid derby. Real Madrid CF, who finished in 2nd position last season with 72 points, come into this match after securing a 0-2 victory against Ajax in the first leg of the UEFA Women's Champions League qualifying round. Furthermore, during pre-season, Pau Quesada's side concluded with a record of three wins and just one defeat in their four summer clashes. The club, who have made six signings during this transfer window, will not be able to count on academy players Laia López, Noemí Bejarano, Silvia Cristóbal, Irune Dorado, and Pau Comendador for the league match, as they have been called up for the U20 World Cup, while forward Signe Bruun is a doubt for the encounter.

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Meanwhile, Atlético de Madrid have started a new project under David González. Along with the new coach, seven players have arrived to strengthen all areas and try to secure European spots. Last season, the 'rojiblanco' side finished in 5th position with 51 points, although they reached the Copa de la Reina final, where they eventually lost to FC Barcelona. Defender Silvia Lloris, who is recovering from a cruciate ligament injury, will not be available for the match, while Celia Segura and Natalia Peñalvo will be unavailable as they have been called up to prepare for the U20 World Cup. The 'rojiblanco' side's pre-season concluded with a record of two wins, one of which was in a penalty shootout, and only one defeat.

Head-to-head clashes between both teams

Both teams have met on 15 occasions throughout their history, with a record of 6 wins for Real Madrid CF, 3 draws, and 6 victories for Atlético de Madrid, who have beaten the 'white' side three times at the Di Stéfano in the Primera División. Last season, the two teams faced each other three times. The first leg match of Liga F Moeve was won by the 'rojiblanco' side, who secured a 2-1 victory in Alcalá with goals from Lauren Leal and Luany. The away goal was scored by Sara Däbritz, from a direct free-kick. Meanwhile, Pau Quesada's side won 1-0 in the return leg with a solitary goal from Caroline Weir. Real Madrid also won 3-1 in the Supercopa de España semi-final. A first Madrid derby to kick off the league championship.