2024/25 La Liga Roundup, Matchday 10: Atletico secure comeback victory at the Metropolitano 

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La Liga Roundup, Matchday 10

Matchday 10 of the 2024/25 La Liga season has wrapped up, showcasing thrilling games, standout performances from players, and unexpected results. Here is a La Liga roundup of the weekend’s events.

Alaves 2-3 Real Valladolid

Real Valladolid’s two-month search for a La Liga win concluded as they overcame Deportivo Alavés 3-2, thanks to two penalty goals that allowed them to rally from behind and snap an eight-match winless streak. This marked the first time since 2015 that Alavés lost a home match against Valladolid, but the win did not elevate Valladolid out of the relegation zone.

La Liga Roundup, Matchday 10: Real Valladolid players celebrate during the La Liga match between Alaves and Real Valladolid at Estadio de Mendizorroza on October 18, 2024 in Vitoria-Gasteiz, Spain.
La Liga Roundup, Matchday 10: Real Valladolid players celebrate during the La Liga match between Alaves and Real Valladolid at Estadio de Mendizorroza on October 18, 2024 in Vitoria-Gasteiz, Spain.

Athletic Bilbao 4-1 Espanyol

Athletic Bilbao returned to form in La Liga with a convincing 4-1 victory over Espanyol at San Mamés, extending Espanyol’s winless streak in away league matches this season. Meanwhile, Espanyol has suffered four defeats in their last five games, leaving Manolo González’s team just two points above the relegation zone in 15th place. They continue to have difficulty competing against the league’s top teams, having not won any of their last 14 matches against top-six opponents since defeating Athletic in the 2022/23 season.

La Liga Roundup, Matchday 10: Athletic Bilbao players celebrate during the La Liga match between Athletic Bilbao and Espanyol at Estadio de San Mames on October 19, 2024 in Bilbao, Spain.
La Liga Roundup, Matchday 10: Athletic Bilbao players celebrate during the La Liga match between Athletic Bilbao and Espanyol at Estadio de San Mames on October 19, 2024 in Bilbao, Spain.

Osasuna 1-2 Real Betis

Goals by Vitor Roque and Chimy Ávila brought Osasuna’s unbeaten streak in La Liga to a halt at the Estadio El Sadar, as Real Betis secured a close 2-1 win in an exciting match. This victory allows Betis to move ahead of Osasuna into 7th place in the league standings, while Osasuna’s four-match unbeaten run has come to an end.

Girona 0-1 Real Sociedad

Real Sociedad maintained their unbeaten streak against Girona in head-to-head matches, reaching nine games, with a disciplined 1-0 victory in La Liga at Estadio Municipal de Montilivi. Arnaut Danjuma posed a threat as he made a run into the box, but instead of passing to Stuani in the center, he chose to take a shot from a difficult angle. This prompted Sociedad to focus on preserving their lead, and following a challenging start to the season, this win elevates them to 11th place in La Liga, tied on 12 points with Girona, who are now in 12th place.

La Liga Roundup, Matchday 10: Real Sociedad players celebrate during the La Liga match between Girona and Real Sociedad at Estadio de Montilivi on October 19, 2024 in Girona, Spain.
La Liga Roundup, Matchday 10: Real Sociedad players celebrate during the La Liga match between Girona and Real Sociedad at Estadio de Montilivi on October 19, 2024 in Girona, Spain.

Celta Vigo 1-2 Real Madrid

Real Madrid continued their unbeaten streak in the domestic league with a 2-1 win over Celta Vigo at Estadio de Balaídos in La Liga, resulting in Celta’s ninth consecutive loss in their encounters across all competitions. Celta, who had previously lost only once at Balaídos in their last 11 games, posed a threat with players like Bamba and Mingueza, while Anastasios Douvikas squandered a crucial chance in stoppage time. This missed opportunity allowed Real Madrid to clinch the victory, extending their unbeaten league run to 42 matches ahead of El Clásico next weekend.

Celta Vigo vs Real Madrid Review: Real Madrid players celebrate during the La Liga match between Celta Vigo and Real Madrid at the Estadio de Balaídos on October 19, 2024.
La Liga Roundup, Matchday 10: Real Madrid players celebrate during the La Liga match between Celta Vigo and Real Madrid at the Estadio de Balaídos on October 19, 2024.

Mallorca 1-0 Rayo Vallecano

Mallorca maintained their strong beginning to the La Liga season by defeating Rayo Vallecano 1-0 at Estadi Mallorca Son Moix, marking their fifth win in the last six encounters between the two teams. This victory brings their total to five for the season, allowing them to rise to 6th place, while Rayo remains in ninth, four points behind the European qualification spots with nearly a third of the season gone.

Atletico Madrid 3-1 Leganes

Atlético Madrid rallied to maintain their unbeaten record in the La Liga season by beating Leganés 3-1 at the Civitas Metropolitano, leaving the visitors with an eight-match winless streak in the league. The score was further padded when Sørloth scored a third goal in the 10th minute of stoppage time, pushing Leganés’ winless streak to eight games and putting them precariously close to the relegation zone.

La Liga Roundup, Matchday 10: Antoine Griezmann celebrates with Giuliano Simeone after scoring during the La Liga match between Atletico Madrid and Leganes at Riyadh Air Metropolitano on October 20, 2024 in Madrid, Spain.
La Liga Roundup, Matchday 10: Antoine Griezmann celebrates with Giuliano Simeone after scoring during the La Liga match between Atletico Madrid and Leganes at Riyadh Air Metropolitano on October 20, 2024 in Madrid, Spain.

Villarreal 1-1 Getafe

A late penalty for Getafe changed the outcome at Estadio de la Cerámica, resulting in a 1-1 draw with Villarreal. This marked Getafe’s sixth draw in 10 La Liga games, while Villarreal has now gone two matches without a win for the first time this season. Just when it seemed Getafe was running out of chances, Yıldırım was struck in the face by Raúl Albiol in the penalty area, prompting Víctor García Verdura to award a penalty. Arambarri successfully converted it to equalize. Villarreal managed to extend their unbeaten streak against Getafe to 12 matches, while Getafe remains unbeaten in their last three games.

La Liga Roundup, Matchday 10: Mauro Arambarri celebrates during the La Liga match between Villarreal and Getafe at La Ceramica Stadium on October 20, 2024 in Villarreal, Spain.
La Liga Roundup, Matchday 10: Mauro Arambarri celebrates during the La Liga match between Villarreal and Getafe at La Ceramica Stadium on October 20, 2024 in Villarreal, Spain.

Barcelona 5-1 Sevilla

Barcelona continued their strong performance in the La Liga season, securing their ninth win in 10 league games with a dominant 5-1 triumph over Sevilla at the Lluís Companys Olympic Stadium. This win restores Barcelona’s three-point lead as they gear up for a tough week ahead, with Bayern Munich coming to town on Wednesday and a trip to Madrid for El Clásico. Following a disappointing display that halted their three-match unbeaten run, Sevilla will need to make considerable improvements before they return to Barcelona to take on Espanyol.

Barcelona vs Sevilla Review: Barcelona players celebrate during the La Liga match between Barcelona and Sevilla at the Estadi Olimpic Lluis Companys on October 20, 2024.
La Liga Roundup, Matchday 10: Barcelona players celebrate during the La Liga match between Barcelona and Sevilla at the Estadi Olimpic Lluis Companys on October 20, 2024.

Valencia 2-3 Las Palmas

Las Palmas achieved their first La Liga win since February and their first in 24 games by coming from behind to defeat ten-man Valencia 3-2 at Mestalla Stadium. Although César Tárrega scored a late goal for Valencia, it wasn’t enough to stop Las Palmas from moving ahead of them at the bottom of the La Liga standings. Meanwhile, the pressure is mounting on Valencia’s manager Rubén Baraja, as the team has only secured one victory in their last 17 league matches (with 5 draws and 11 losses).

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