Right now, it's a two-horse race in LaLiga, with Real Madrid and FC Barcelona both locked at 60 points. However, Barcelona has a critical game in hand against Osasuna, as reported by Juan Manuel M. Lardón from Antena 3 Noticias. Their recent 4-2 triumph over Atlético Madrid has fired up the competition for the title.
Real Madrid's head coach, Alberto Toril, is gearing up for a highly-anticipated clash, saying, “I’m expecting a closely-fought tie between two teams that are in top form this season. The quarterfinals bring a lot of excitement, and reaching the semifinals would be a huge milestone for us,” according to Europa Press.
In a thrilling showdown, FC Barcelona rallied from a 2-0 deficit to clinch a 4-2 victory over Atlético Madrid at the Metropolitano Stadium. As reported by Alberto Marcos from El Español, this victory not only boosts Barcelona's title ambitions but also leaves Atlético reeling after a tough week of disappointing results.
In a thrilling showdown at the Metropolitano, Barcelona pulled off a stunning 4-2 victory over Atlético Madrid, erasing a daunting 2-0 deficit. This match comes at a critical juncture for Atlético, whose title hopes have taken a major blow after being knocked out of the Champions League, as noted by Bernat Aguilar from El Nacional.
In a thrilling clash that highlighted the determination of both sides, Real Madrid managed to squeeze past Baskonia with a nail-biting 83-78 victory. As reported by EFE, "Real Madrid extended its impressive league run this Sunday with its eleventh straight win in the ACB," confirming their status as the top dogs in the league while staying unbeaten on their home court.
Real Madrid faced a fierce opponent in Baskonia but emerged victorious with a hard-fought 83-78 win. This clash was a showcase of competitive basketball, with both teams trading leads and intensity throughout the match. As reported by Daniel Gonzalez in El Mundo, "The whites, now standing alone at the top after 11 consecutive ACB victories, managed to overcome the Vitorians in a nail-biter afternoon."
In a thrilling London derby, Arsenal secured a hard-fought 1-0 victory over Chelsea, driven by a standout performance from Mikel Merino. The Spanish midfielder stepped up in a big way, taking on the role of makeshift striker and finding the back of the net with a perfectly placed header from a corner by Martin Ødegaard, as reported by Jesús Buitrago in Diario Madridista. This goal marks Merino's impressive fourth strike in just seven matches.
Enrique Cerezo, the president of Atlético Madrid, hasn't held back in his criticism of VAR after a contentious penalty decision involving Julián Álvarez was overturned due to a supposed double touch. In a fiery interview with Telemundo Deportes, Cerezo slammed VAR as a "terrifying tool" that "serves no purpose but to harm teams," voicing the frustrations echoing throughout the Atlético locker room.
The Real Madrid squad is feeling the heat from an overloaded schedule, having played a whopping 48 matches in just 212 days—averaging a game every 4.41 days, according to Alejandro Alcázar from Sport. This grueling pace has sparked serious concerns about player fatigue and overall well-being.
This Sunday, Atlético de Madrid will welcome FC Barcelona to the Riyadh Air Metropolitano for a massive encounter that could reshape the La Liga title race. Anaïs Martí Herrero of La Vanguardia puts it bluntly: “this match will be a pivotal moment in the title chase.” With both squads vying for supremacy, the pressure is at an all-time high.
FC Barcelona heads into the Metropolitano with a surge of confidence after a dominant 3-1 win over Benfica in the Champions League, as reported by Juan Pablo Berdugo from FCBN. Riding a staggering unbeaten streak of 17 matches in 2025, including six straight victories in LaLiga, the Catalans are eager to keep the momentum going.
Real Madrid edged out Villarreal with a nail-biting 2-1 victory, driven by a breathtaking brace from Kylian Mbappé. This crucial win keeps Los Blancos firmly in the driver's seat of La Liga, at least for now, as they await the outcomes of their closest title challengers, Barcelona and Atlético Madrid.
Following Real Madrid's hard-fought 2-1 triumph over Villarreal, Carlo Ancelotti didn't hold back in expressing his frustration with the tight scheduling that deprived his squad of sufficient recovery time—less than 72 hours. Ancelotti declared, "This is the last time we will play a match before 72 hours of rest," a statement that underscores the club's commitment to safeguarding player welfare, as reported by Redacción Olé.
Real Madrid kicked off their clash against Villarreal with an uphill battle, surrendering an early goal to Juan Foyth only 7 minutes in, courtesy of a corner kick. Defensive mistakes have plagued Madrid this season, as noted by Gabriel Utiel from El Periódico Mediterráneo, who remarked, "Madrid came out with a hangover."
Real Madrid is livid about the scheduling of their crucial showdown against Villarreal, set for today at 18:30, a mere 66 hours after their grueling Champions League battle with Atlético Madrid. This rapid turnaround has the club questioning LaLiga's dedication to player welfare.
As Real Madrid preps for this critical showdown, Carlo Ancelotti is making some strategic changes to keep his squad fresh. According to Mario Reinoso del Real from Diario As, Ancelotti's lineup will feature star goalkeeper Courtois, along with Lucas Vázquez, Tchouameni, and Fran García, while the dynamic duo of Bellingham and Mbappé will spearhead the attack.
In a match that left fans scratching their heads, Real Madrid struggled to find the back of the net, with the game taking a turn for the worse early on. Antônia Silva's penalty foul on Millene set the stage for Deportivo Abanca's Olaya Rodríguez, who, on loan from Madrid, scored the first goal, giving Deportivo a surprising 1-0 lead and leaving the home crowd in disbelief, as noted by X. Fernández from La Voz de Galicia.
As per Carlos Higueras Carrasco from Defensa Central, Vinícius Jr. is dealing with muscle fatigue following an intense Champions League showdown against Atlético Madrid. "He was subbed out with just four minutes remaining in extra time," raising concerns about his fitness for the upcoming clash.
The spotlight is on as Villarreal seeks redemption following a tough 1-0 loss to Alavés, while Real Madrid aims to build on their recent Champions League success. As Alberto Marcos from El Español puts it, "Real Madrid must secure the win this Saturday... a crucial victory that could momentarily elevate them to the top of the table." With Barcelona lurking and holding a game in hand, every single point is vital.
Real Madrid supporters are on edge as the availability of Vinícius Junior for the upcoming showdown hangs in the balance. Telemadrid reports that Vinícius has been sidelined in training due to muscle fatigue, and coach Carlo Ancelotti is keeping a close eye on his condition.