Real Madrid reign supreme in La Liga after Kylian Mbappe’s brilliant double inspired a 2-0 shutout of Villarreal. The match-winner’s second-half magic transformed a cagey affair into a statement of intent, propelling Los Blancos to the top amid fierce competition.
Outplaying Villarreal—who occupy third but falter against top sides—Madrid’s superiority shone through. Mbappe capitalized on a botched clearance from Vinicius Junior’s cross for his first, then buried a stoppage-time penalty with ice-cold precision. This victory solidifies Madrid’s credentials in a season of highs and hurdles.
Barcelona eyes a return to the pinnacle against lowly Oviedo, while Atletico could bolster third place versus Mallorca. Madrid’s clinical edge sets the benchmark.
Key results elsewhere: Osasuna’s first away triumph came via a 3-1 win over Rayo Vallecano, Budimir striking early before Munoz and Osambela sealed it. Sevilla triumphed 2-1 against Bilbao, Adams’ spot-kick key. Valencia’s 3-2 escape against Espanyol hinged on Ramazani’s 94th-minute heroics. Levante beat Elche 3-2 Friday, Maturro’s late goal the decider.
La Liga’s cauldron boils over, with title aspirations and relegation fears colliding spectacularly.