La Liga Matchday 24: Key Fixtures and Standings
La Liga returns with its 24th round of matches, featuring several crucial encounters. The standout fixtures include Osasuna vs Real Madrid, Barcelona vs Rayo Vallecano, and Atletico Madrid vs Celta Vigo. Here’s a rundown of the matchday 24 schedule:
- Friday: Girona vs Getafe (21:00)
- Saturday:
- Leganes vs Alaves (14:00)
- Osasuna vs Real Madrid (16:15)
- Atletico Madrid vs Celta Vigo (18:30)
- Villarreal vs Valencia (21:00)
- Sunday:
- Espanyol vs Athletic Club (14:00)
- Valladolid vs Sevilla (16:15)
- Mallorca vs Las Palmas (18:30)
- Real Betis vs Real Sociedad (21:00)
- Monday: Barcelona vs Rayo Vallecano (21:00)
The top of the table remains tight, with only six points separating the first and fourth places. Atletico Madrid hosts Celta Vigo, while Barcelona faces Rayo Vallecano. Athletic Club visits Espanyol, aiming to maintain their position in the upper echelons of the table.
The battle for European spots is heating up, with Villarreal, Mallorca, Rayo Vallecano, Girona, and Real Sociedad all vying for position. The most significant match in this context will be Real Betis vs Real Sociedad. Villarreal takes on an in-form Valencia, while Girona hosts Getafe.
At the other end of the table, the relegation battle continues with Leganes vs Alaves being a crucial fixture. The round kicks off with Girona vs Getafe on Friday and concludes with Barcelona vs Rayo Vallecano on Monday.
As the season progresses, every point becomes increasingly valuable in the race for the title, European qualification, and survival in La Liga.