Barcelona reclaim top spot in La Liga

Barcelona claimed a comfortable 4-0 win against Athletic Bilbao on Saturday in the Spanish La Liga, a result that propelled the club back to the top of the league table on goal difference. The victory grants Barcelona 31 points, placing them ahead of Real Madrid, which also holds 31 points, in the standings. Ferran Torres scored two goals for the winning side, complemented by single goals from Robert Lewandowski and Fermín López to seal the decisive victory.

The strong offensive performance provided crucial breathing room in the highly competitive league race. Athletic Bilbao remains in eighth position with 17 points following the match. This win marks a significant mid-season milestone for Barcelona as they aim to maintain their lead.

In other notable La Liga fixtures, Villarreal achieved a 2-1 victory over RCD Mallorca. This win moved Villarreal up to third place in the table with 29 points. Separately, Real Sociedad also found success, defeating Osasuna with a 3-1 scoreline. The competitive results across the league highlight the intensifying battle for European qualification and the domestic title as the season progresses.