Barcelona sealed the title early, not waiting for another match to crown themselves champions of La Liga for the 2022/23 season. In a game shaped by a fast-paced opening, Pole Robert Lewandowski and Alejandro Balde found the net inside the first 20 minutes, setting the tone for a season-defining performance that underscored the Catalan club’s dominance.
Atlético Madrid, returning to a clash against Real Madrid, briefly threatened to reclaim second place but could not sustain the push. Diego Pablo Simeone’s side slipped after a difficult run, and a lower-placed side, along with Elche under Sebastián Beccacece, handed them a narrow 1-0 setback in a match that highlighted the fragility of the pursuit for Europe.
Sevilla, much like Real Madrid who rotated heavily due to fatigue ahead of their Europa League semi-final, continued to show remarkable growth under José Luis Mendilibar. The Basque coach not only earned redemption with solid results, but also steered progress that kept the Andalusian club in the conversation for European qualification. A pair of draws with Athletic Bilbao and Osasuna kept them on the cusp of the European spots and added to a storyline of resilience during a demanding season.
Valencia, meanwhile, breathed easier after securing a crucial victory in Galicia. A 2-1 win at Celta Vigo, achieved with late drama and the decisive contribution coming from a young substitute, Alberto Marí, provided a lift as the season entered its final stretch and the Valencia outfit looked to stabilize their campaign.
La Liga Santander standings
- Barcelona (85)
- Real Madrid (71)
- Atlético Madrid (69)
- Real Sociedad (62)
- Villarreal (57)
- Real Betis (52)
- Girona (48)
- Athletic Bilbao (47)
- Osasuna (47)
- Sevilla (47)
- Rayo Vallecano (46)
- Mallorca (44)
- Celta Vigo (39)
- Valencia (37)
- Almería (36)
- Cadiz (35)
- Valladolid (35)
- Getafe (34)
- Espanyol (31)
- Elche (19)