La Liga Jornada 12: Real Madrid, Atlético y Barcelona en busca de mantener y escalar posiciones

The twelfth round of La Liga pits the giants of Spanish football against significant challenges that could shape the course of the season. Real Madrid visits an always tricky Rayo Vallecano in Vallecas, Atlético de Madrid confirms its good form with a comfortable win over Levante, and Barcelona seeks to recover in its visit to Celta de Vigo.

Rayo Vallecano – Real Madrid: Showdown in Vallecas with the leader lurking

Real Madrid, led by Xabi Alonso, returns to domestic competition this Sunday, facing Rayo Vallecano at the Vallecas stadium at 16:15. After a bitter defeat in the Champions League against Liverpool, the merengues want to get back on the winning track to maintain their lead in the table. The team arrives motivated after a resounding 4-0 victory over Valencia, a result identical to the one Rayo suffered in their last visit to Villarreal. Rayo, managed by Íñigo Pérez, sits in tenth place and will try to take advantage of their home strength, where they are always a tough opponent for Real Madrid. The match will be broadcast live on DAZN and can also be followed live on ABC.es.

Atlético de Madrid - Levante: Griezmann decides and extends the streak

Atlético de Madrid closed round 12 with a solid 3-1 win over Levante at the Metropolitano. Antoine Griezmann emerged as the hero, receiving ovations from the bench after scoring two decisive goals, including the first one just moments after touching the ball. Atlético displayed dominance in possession (70% in the first half), supported by the dynamism of young players like Pablo Barrios and the quality of Julián Álvarez. However, the colchoneros showed some defensive fragility on set pieces, with Oblak making several key interventions to maintain control. The victory marks the seventh league win for Simeone and confirms the team’s positive home trend, just before their return to European competitions. The full match report and details can be followed on RTVE.es.

Celta de Vigo - Barcelona: Balaídos, the stage for the blaugrana challenge

Barcelona faces a demanding duel at Balaídos against a Celta side that has taken flight after a shaky start. With the threat of several absences in the team, the culés arrive after a complicated draw in the Champions League (3-3 against Club Brugge) and a hard-fought league win over Elche. Celta, on the other hand, aims to consolidate its good run after two consecutive victories and finds itself in a comfortable position to move away from the relegation zone. The match, to be played at 21:00, is eagerly anticipated in Vigo, where a full stadium is expected. Movistar Plus will broadcast it live, and ABC.es will provide minute-by-minute updates for fans.

Real Madrid Femenino continues unstoppable with a rout of Alhama

In the Liga F, Real Madrid continues its triumphant march with an impressive 5-0 victory over Alhama at the Alfredo Di Stéfano stadium. The team has strung together four consecutive wins, remaining one of the best teams in the competition, now just four points behind Barcelona. The rout was particularly notable for the performances of Linda Caicedo and youth player Cristóbal, who scored her first goal. Additionally, goalkeeper Misa celebrated becoming the player with the most appearances in the club’s history. This victory solidifies Real Madrid’s position in the table and increases the pressure on its main rivals. The match was covered on As.com, and television access was available via Movistar Plus+ and DAZN.

Conclusion

Round 12 of La Liga has been a stage for reaffirming the dominance of Real Madrid and Atlético de Madrid, while Barcelona seeks to regain its best form. The balance in the standings faces a decisive stretch where every point counts, while the women’s league experiences an exciting title race with Real Madrid showing its credentials. Spanish football continues to deliver vibrant and intense matches that keep fans on the edge of their seats.