The team led by Hansi Flick confidently defeated Levante 3-0, allowing them to return to first place in the Spanish LaLiga table. Goals for the Pride of Catalonia sealed the hosts' dominance at the Estadi Olímpic Lluís Companys. Meanwhile, Villarreal strengthened its position on the podium by winning the derby against Valencia, and Celta Vigo added three points in the clash with Mallorca thanks to a goal from their captain, Iago Aspas.

Barcelona Leads

A 3-0 victory over Levante allowed Hansi Flick's team to overtake Real Madrid by one point.

Villarreal on the Podium

A 2-1 win in the derby against Valencia cements the team's third position in the league table.

Racing's Return

In the Spanish second division, Racing Santander returned to the top after defeating Burgos.

Sunday's matches in the Spanish top flight brought significant reshuffling in the upper part of the table. The most important event was FC Barcelona's return to the top position. The players of Hansi Flick defeated Levante 3-0 without major issues, capitalizing on the stumbles of their direct rivals. The match was dictated by the hosts, although the media noted the reaction of Lamine Yamal, who did not hide his disappointment after the coach's decision to substitute him during the second half. The race for the Spanish championship has been dominated for decades by Real Madrid and Barcelona. However, since the 2003/2004 season when Valencia won the title, only Atlético Madrid has managed to break this duopoly in 2014 and 2021.In another key clash, Villarreal defeated Valencia 2-1 in the regional derby. Goals for the „Yellow Submarine” were scored by Pape Gueye and Santi Comesaña, allowing the team to maintain third place in the league. Meanwhile, Sevilla recorded an important victory thanks to a goal by Djibril Sow. In the second tier, LaLiga Hypermotion, Racing Santander consolidated its position at the top after a modest 1-0 victory over Burgos. „Recuperar el liderato tan rápido es muy importante y muy positivo.” (Recovering the lead so quickly is very important and very positive.) — Hansi Flick The situation in the table is becoming increasingly dynamic, especially as the gap between the top three and the chasing pack remains small. Barcelona currently has a one-point lead over Real Madrid. In the lower part of the standings, a fierce battle for survival is ongoing, in which Valencia finds itself in a difficult position after the loss to Villarreal. 3:0 — score of Barcelona's match against LevanteLaLiga Table Top After Sunday: Barcelona: 58, Real Madrid: 57, Villarreal: 51, Atletico Madrid: 48

Mentioned People

  • Hansi Flick — FC Barcelona coach, pleased with regaining the lead in the league.
  • Lamine Yamal — Barcelona's young talent, upset after being substituted before the end of the match.
  • Iago Aspas — Celta Vigo captain, scorer of the goal in the match against Mallorca.