The La Liga title race took another dramatic turn on Saturday as both Real Madrid and Atletico Madrid failed to secure victories, giving Barcelona a golden opportunity to seize control at the top of the table.
Real Madrid Stumble at Osasuna
PAMPLONA, SPAIN – FEBRUARY 15: Jude Bellingham of Real Madrid CF receives a red card during the LaLiga EA Sports match between CA Osasuna and Real Madrid CF at Estadio El Sadar on February 15, 2025 in Pamplona, Spain. (Photo by Ion Alcoba Beitia/Getty Images)
15’ – 1-0:Kylian Mbappé fired Madrid ahead early on.
40’ – Red Card:Jude Bellingham was sent off for dissent, leaving Madrid to battle with 10 men.
59’ – 1-1:Ante Budimir equalized from the penalty spot to secure a valuable point for Osasuna.
Iago Aspas’ penalty ensured a 1-1 draw, dealing another blow to Diego Simeone’s side.
PAMPLONA, SPAIN – FEBRUARY 15: Carlo Ancelotti head coach of Real Madrid CF reacts during the LaLiga EA Sports match between CA Osasuna and Real Madrid CF at El Sadar on February 15, 2025, in Pamplona, Spain. (Photo By Ricardo Larreina/Europa Press via Getty Images)
Barcelona’s Big Chance
With these results, Barcelona now have a massive opportunity when they face Rayo Vallecano on Monday night. A win would see Hansi Flick’s side go top of La Liga, level on points with Madrid but ahead on goal difference, with just 14 games remaining.