Overview
- Barcelona drew 1-1 with Real Betis, missing the chance to extend their LaLiga lead to six points after Real Madrid's earlier loss.
- Real Madrid suffered a 2-1 home defeat to Valencia, with Hugo Duro scoring a stoppage-time winner in Valencia's first away victory of the season.
- Vinicius Jr. missed a penalty for Real Madrid, marking his second miss in less than a month, and later scored the equalizer before Valencia's late goal.
- Barcelona remains unbeaten in 2025 across all competitions, with a 21-game streak, while Real Madrid struggles with consistency in domestic play.
- Both teams now shift focus to Champions League quarterfinals next week, with Barcelona hosting Borussia Dortmund and Real Madrid visiting Arsenal.