Atlético Madrid close in on leaders after Alavés win
LaLiga EA Sports resumed with the 14th round after the interruption due to national team commitments. FC Barcelona drew in their visit to Celta Vigo and remains top with 34 points, but Atlético Madrid are closing in after beating Alavés (2-1) and moving up to second place with 29 points, 5 behind Barça.
The comeback of the mattresses was key to overtaking their neighbor, Real Madrid, who are now third with 27 points, although they have played two games less than the top two. One of the most attractive duels of the weekend will see Villarreal, fourth with 24 points and one game less, face Osasuna, who are fifth with 21.