In a thrilling Madrid Derby, Brahim Diaz, Madrid’s standout performer, netted the opener for Los Blancos after 20 minutes.
However, despite further chances, Jan Oblak’s heroics in goal kept Atletico Madrid in the game.
Their persistence paid off dramatically as Marcos Llorente headed home an equalizer deep into stoppage time, sending the red and white half of the Bernabeu into raptures.
This late heartbreak leaves Real Madrid frustrated, clinging to a two-point lead over Girona in the title race.
Both teams, eager to claim top spot, will lock horns again next Saturday in a crucial Bernabeu clash. Meanwhile, Barcelona hold onto third place, with Atletico Madrid remaining fourth