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Diego Costa, Atletico Madrid deliver statement of intent in Super Cup vs. Ronaldo-less Real Madrid

TALLINN, Estonia -- Three thoughts on Champions League winners Europa League winners Atletico Madrid's 4-2 in the UEFA Super Cup.

1. Atletico finally get one over their local rivals

Atletico Madrid finally won a European "derbi" with extra-time goals from homegrown midfielders Saul Niguez and Koke finally sealing a 4-2 UEFA Super Cup win over Real Madrid.

Wednesday night's thriller at Tallinn's A. Le Coq Arena swung back and forth and into extra time, with Diego Costa netting twice for Atletico, before Europa League holders Atletico finally got on top of triple-Champions League winners Madrid to take an extra sweet victory given all the history and local rivalry involved.