La Liga Santander standings
On the 32nd matchday of the Spanish top flight, the title race took another dramatic turn as Barcelona tightened their grip with a decisive 4-0 win over Real Betis. The result reinforces their firm lead toward the championship, showcasing the Blaugrana’s steady performance as the campaign nears its climax. Real Madrid, meanwhile, secured a valuable victory against Almería, keeping pace in the battle for the top positions. Atlético Madrid also added three points from a 2-0 win against Valladolid, maintaining pressure on the league’s upper echelon. The weekend’s results illustrate a tightening pack behind the leaders and a clear push for European berths and safety stakes.
Other notable outcomes included Valencia and Getafe slipping away from home venues, while Cadiz and Real Valladolid each recorded wins that complicate the relegation picture. Elche, meanwhile, appears entrenched in the drop zone, with little margin for error as the season unfolds. The mix of triumphs and disappointments across the board keeps the campaign unpredictable and compelling for fans across Spain and its neighboring audiences.
From a broader perspective, the race for European places remained intense. Real Sociedad overcame Osasuna, and Villarreal secured a win against Celta Vigo, a side still navigating trouble near the bottom. Real Sociedad’s performance helps solidify their stance in the chase for a continental slot, while Villarreal’s victory keeps them in reach of the top four. Athletic Bilbao managed a point in a draw, leaving them two points behind Betis, who have struggled to convert chances and extend a winning run. The competition is tight, and every weekend brings new shifts in the table and in hopes for different clubs.
La Liga Santander standings
- Barcelona (79)
- Real Madrid (68)
- Atlético Madrid (66)
- Real Sociedad (58)
- Villarreal (53)
- Real Betis (49)
- Athletic Bilbao (47)
- Girona (44)
- Osasuna (44)
- Rayo Vallecano (43)
- Sevilla (41)
- Mallorca (41)
- Celta Vigo (39)
- Cádiz (35)
- Real Valladolid (35)
- Almería (33)
- Valencia (33)
- Espanyol (31)
- Getafe (31)
- Elche (16)