On Saturday, three matches of the 18th round were played in the Spanish "Primera" division.
At Barcelona's "Espanyol" stadium, the champions "Barcelona" met. Luis Enrique's players dominated the entire match, but were unable to score a goal, ending in a 0-0 draw.
Barcelona once again controlled the game and spent more time with the ball than the hosts. However, the aggressive defense of "Espanyol" prevented their opponents from scoring.
Lionel Messi and Luis Suarez had perfect opportunities to put the visitors ahead, but their shots hit the goalpost.
The next match took place at the "Vicente Calderon" stadium, where Madrid's "Atletico" faced Valencia's "Levante". In the 81st minute, Thomas Teye's goal secured a victory for "Rojiblancos" against the visitors.
After the win, "Atletico" climbed to the top spot. With a two-point advantage over second-placed "Barcelona" led by Diego Simeone, the Catalans have played one less match.
Results:
"Espanyol" 0 - 0 "Barcelona"
"Atletico" 1 - 0 "Levante"
81' [1 - 0] T. Teye
"Malaga" ? - ? "Celta"
Standings:
