Overview
- Real Sociedad edged Athletic Club 3-2 in San Sebastián on Jon Gorrotxategi’s 92nd‑minute strike after the visitors had twice drawn level.
- The derby victory marked La Real’s third straight win and a perceived turning point under coach Sergio, tempered by injuries to Barrenetxea and Zakharyan ahead of the trip to Elche.
- Real Madrid overpowered Valencia 4-0 at the Bernabéu with a Kylian Mbappé brace, a Jude Bellingham goal and a late strike from Álvaro Carreras, effectively settling the game before halftime.
- The win put Madrid on 30 points and seven clear in LaLiga pending Barcelona’s match against Elche, reinforcing momentum before their upcoming European fixture.
- In Peru, Alianza Lima and Melgar drew 2-2 in La Victoria, a result that leaves Sporting Cristal able to secure a Copa Libertadores berth by winning two of their three remaining Clausura matches.