La Liga Matchday 25 | Highlights & Recap

In a thrilling day of La Liga action, Atletico Madrid showcased their dominance as they faced off against Las Palmas at the Metropolitano stadium. With Atletico aiming to secure a top-four finish and Las Palmas eyeing a push for a European spot, the stakes were high. However, it was all one-way traffic as Atletico Madrid secured a resounding 5-0 victory. Marcos Llorente stole the show with a brace, scoring two goals in the 15th and 20th minutes, followed by a double from Angel Correa in the 47th and 62nd minute. Memphis Depay sealed the emphatic win with a goal in the 87th minute. The result keeps Atletico Madrid firmly on course for a top-four finish, while Las Palmas will be eager to bounce back in their next fixture.

Meanwhile, Barcelona faced a tough test away to Celta Vigo, a team known to trouble them in the past. Despite taking the lead through Robert Lewandowski's goal in the 45th minute, Barcelona found themselves pegged back just two minutes later, as Iago Aspas equalized for Celta Vigo. With the match hanging in the balance, Barcelona struggled to break through until the dying moments, when Lewandowski converted a penalty in the 97th minute to secure a hard-fought 2-1 victory. The win keeps Barcelona's slim title hopes alive as they continue to chase the league leaders.

In other fixtures, Osasuna cruised to a comfortable 2-0 victory over Cadiz at home, further solidifying their position in the league standings. Meanwhile, Valencia and Sevilla battled to a goalless draw in a tightly contested affair.

As the La Liga season progresses, the race for the title and European spots intensifies, promising fans more excitement and drama in the weeks to come.