Barcelona found themselves locked in a second consecutive goalless draw, a result that tightens the tension at the top of La Liga. Real Madrid edged Cádiz 0-2, but the distance from the leader remains comfortable for now, aside from a surprising setback that could fuel the narrative around the title race. The chase continues with Barcelona still holding a lead, while traditional rivals press to close the gap and keep the race alive into the final stretch of the season.
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- Madrid did not slip in Cádiz and benefited from a stumble by Barcelona at Getafe that kept the title dialogue open
Across the pitch, Xavi Hernandez faced the reality of a difficult period for his team. He acknowledged a rough patch in both style and results, saying the squad has tried every option but has struggled to find the right rhythm. The sense of frustration was palpable, yet there was a clear resolve to push through the tough times and regroup for the fixtures ahead.
Meanwhile, Simeone’s Atletico Madrid remained intent on reclaiming second place from Real Madrid. They delivered a sixth straight win as they dominated Almeria, applying steady pressure at the Mestalla and keeping their pursuit of the top two alive. Real Madrid confirmed a victory by tuning back some key players ahead of the upcoming Champions League second leg against Chelsea, balancing league form with continental responsibilities.
Seville navigated a busy week by keeping results favorable. After a Europa League quarterfinal draw at Old Trafford, the club chose pragmatism to secure a 0-2 home win. The result left Valencia and the relegation battle in sharper focus, with Espanyol and Almeria quietly plotting their escape routes while Seville tightened its grip on midtable safety and the broader context of the season’s finish.
La Liga standings
- Barcelona (73)
- Real Madrid (62)
- Atlético Madrid (60)
- Real Sociedad (51)
- Real Betis (48)
- Villarreal (47)
- Athletic Bilbao (43)
- Vallecano (40)
- Girona (38)
- Osasuna (38)
- Celta Vigo (36)
- Sevilla (35)
- Mallorca (34)
- Real Valladolid (32)
- Getafe (31)
- Cadiz (31)
- Almería (30)
- Valencia (27)
- Espanyol (27)
- Elche (13)