Overview

• César Azpilicueta scored his first La Liga goal with a stunning volley to give Atletico Madrid a first-half lead.
• Espanyol equalized in the 71st minute through a penalty converted by Javi Puado after Clement Lenglet's foul in the box.
• The draw marks Atletico's third consecutive winless La Liga match, further weakening their position in the title race.
• Antoine Griezmann set a new record for the most La Liga appearances by a foreign player, surpassing Lionel Messi with 521 games.
• Atletico Madrid now turns their attention to the Copa del Rey semi-final second leg against Barcelona, following a dramatic 4-4 first-leg draw.