La Liga Matchweek Seven Roundup: Atltico Turns Madrid Red And White

Published: Tuesday, September 30, 2025 at 8:00 am

La Liga Matchweek Seven: Atlético Madrid Shocks Real Madrid, Barcelona Takes Top Spot

La Liga's seventh matchweek delivered a series of surprises and dramatic shifts in the standings. The headline story was Atlético Madrid's stunning 5-2 victory over Real Madrid, ending Xabi Alonso's winning streak. This dominant performance allowed Atlético to celebrate a historic win against their city rivals.

Barcelona capitalized on Real Madrid's defeat, climbing to the top of the league table. They secured a comeback win against Real Sociedad, with Robert Lewandowski scoring the winning goal, bringing his season tally to four.

The race for the top four intensified, with Villarreal defeating Athletic Club, who have now gone five games without a win. Real Betis also secured a 2-0 victory over Osasuna, while Elche maintained their position with a 2-1 win against Celta Vigo.

Adding to the week's events, the Valencia versus Real Oviedo match was postponed due to severe weather conditions.

Julián Álvarez of Atlético Madrid was the standout player of the week, scoring five goals, including a hat-trick and two goals against Real Madrid. Getafe coach José Bordalás's tactical flexibility, particularly his use of defender Allan Nyom in various positions, also caught attention.

Barcelona's ability to come from behind to win was another key highlight. They have now earned nine points from losing positions this season, more than any other team in Europe's top five leagues.

BNN's Perspective:

The unpredictability of La Liga continues to make it one of the most exciting leagues in the world. Atlético Madrid's victory over Real Madrid, combined with Barcelona's rise to the top, sets the stage for a compelling season. The league's competitive nature is evident in the close matches and unexpected results, promising an engaging season for fans.

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