In a thrilling LaLiga match, defending champions Real Madrid came from behind to secure a 3-2 victory against relegation-threatened Leganes. Kylian Mbappe’s brace, including a stunning free-kick, helped Madrid pull level with Barcelona at the top of the league. Meanwhile, Atletico Madrid stumbled again in the title race with a 1-1 draw against Espanyol, leaving them six points behind the frontrunners with nine rounds left.
Leganes, considered underdogs, shocked the home crowd at the Santiago Bernabeu by taking a 2-1 lead in the first half. However, Madrid capitalized on their chances in the second half, with Jude Bellingham and Mbappe scoring to secure the win. Barcelona will have a chance to re-establish their lead when they face Girona on Sunday.
Atletico Madrid, once league leaders, have now suffered a series of disappointing results, including a draw against Espanyol. Goalkeeper Jan Oblak expressed his frustration, stating that crucial points have slipped away from them. Despite their recent struggles, coach Diego Simeone remains optimistic about the team’s chances in the title race.
In other LaLiga matches, Real Sociedad secured a 2-1 victory over last-placed Valladolid, while Rayo Vallecano defeated Alaves 2-0 on the road. Antoine Griezmann set a new record for games played by a foreigner in LaLiga, surpassing Lionel Messi. With the title race heating up, the competition in LaLiga promises to be intense in the coming weeks.
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