La Liga Matchday 18 Results: Atletico Madrid Claims Winter Champion Title
The 18th round of La Liga, marking the last matches of 2024, has concluded with some surprising outcomes. Atletico Madrid clinched the winter champion title after an away victory against Barcelona (1-2). Meanwhile, Real Madrid triumphed over Sevilla (4-2) in a match that saw Jesus Navas bid farewell to professional football.
Key results from the round include:
- Girona 3-0 Valladolid
- Barcelona 1-2 Atletico Madrid
- Real Madrid 4-2 Sevilla
- Valencia 2-2 Alaves
- Osasuna 1-2 Athletic Club
Atletico Madrid’s victory over Barcelona at Montjuic propelled them to the top of the league table, dethroning the Catalan giants who now sit in third place. Real Madrid maintained their title challenge with a convincing win against Sevilla. Athletic Club’s away win at Osasuna keeps them in contention for a Champions League spot.
In the relegation battle, Valencia and Alaves played out a 2-2 draw, while Valladolid suffered a 3-0 defeat to Girona. Las Palmas secured a narrow 1-0 win over Espanyol.
The current standings show Atletico Madrid leading with 41 points, followed closely by Real Madrid. Barcelona and Athletic Club occupy the other Champions League qualification spots. At the bottom, Valladolid remains in last place with just 12 points.
With the Christmas break now underway, La Liga action will resume with Matchday 19 scheduled for January 10-13, 2025.