Overview
- Antoine Griezmann set a La Liga record for the most appearances by a foreign player, surpassing Lionel Messi with 521 games.
- César Azpilicueta scored his first La Liga goal with a stunning volley to give Atletico an early lead.
- Espanyol equalized through Javi Puado's penalty after Clement Lenglet committed a foul in the box.
- Atletico Madrid, now six points behind Barcelona, faces an uphill battle in the La Liga title race with nine matches remaining.
- With Champions League elimination and La Liga hopes dimmed, Atletico shifts focus to the Copa del Rey semi-final against Barcelona.