LaLiga
Deportivo Alavés – Real Betis: Tello Injury Time Winner Rescues Betis (0-1)
Neither side was able to create consistent offensive chances in a match that was defined by defensive adjustments. Both managers sought to stymie the other, with
Leganés – Real Madrid: Leganés Battle But Come Up Short (2-2)
Real Madrid began the game in control, asserting their dominance by taking an early lead. But Leganés’ desperation grew, leading towards a hectic second half where
Atlético Madrid – Real Sociedad: Herrera Own-Goal Saves Sociedad’s Season (1-1)
It was all lining up to be a vintage Atlético Madrid performance. Simeone’s side had scored in the first half and confidently took place in their
Sevilla – Valencia: Valencia’s European Challenge Ends With A Whimper (1-0)
Despite the minimal chances separating the two sides, Sevilla controlled the match from start to finish. Their inventiveness, fluidity and intensity in both their possession play
Getafe – Atlético Madrid: Atléti Make Getafe Pay For Their Missed Chances (0-2)
A contest that evened itself out in the end was very much a game of two halves. Getafe showed their intent to strengthen their Europa League
Real Madrid – Villarreal: Benzema Brace Bags League Title For Real Madrid (2-1)
In the penultimate set of LaLiga games, Real Madrid were presented an opportunity to seal the league title. The home side produced a dominant performance in
Real Sociedad – Sevilla: Sevilla’s European Hopes On Hold After Draw (0-0)
Real Sociedad’s decision to play a back three and combat Sevilla on the wings proved to be naïve, especially in the first 45 minutes – a
Real Valladolid – Barcelona: Barcelona Scrap Victory To Cling Onto Title Hopes (0-1)
Dominating the early stages of the game, Barcelona raced into an early lead with a once again successful 4-4-2 diamond shape. But while they controlled the
Athletic Club – Sevilla: Ageless Ever Banega Guides Sevilla Past Athletic (1-2)
A fortuitous early goal for Athletic Club provided a false sense of security, which led to the home side retreating deeper into their defensive shape. After
Getafe – Villarreal: Villarreal Keep Their Champions League Hopes Alive With A Huge Away Win (1-3)
Two penalties proved to be the only solution for Villarreal, as the execution of Calleja’s match plan, which had to open up Getafe’s structures, was smothered