AFCON 2025
La Liga served up a feast of goals and drama on Saturday, with Atlético Madrid’s Alexander Sørloth stealing the spotlight after netting a record-breaking hat-trick in just 11 minutes.
While his heroics lit up Madrid, the rest of Spain saw its share of tension, turnarounds, and top-four implications as clubs jostled for European spots and safety in the final stretch of the season.
The Rojiblancos thrashed Real Sociedad 4–0 at the Metropolitano, thanks to a sensational performance by Alexander Sørloth, who scored all four goals within the first 30 minutes.
His quickfire hat-trick between the 7th and 11th minutes set a new La Liga record for the fastest treble, breaking a 19-year-old milestone.
Celta Vigo edged Sevilla 3–2 in a thrilling contest at Balaídos.
Both teams traded blows throughout the match, but Celta’s late winner scored by Borja Iglesias proved decisive in securing all three points in their bid to climb the table.
Valencia produced a confident 3–0 win over Getafe at Mestalla. The hosts were in control throughout the game, with their attacking front making the difference to strengthen their hopes for European qualification.
Villarreal earned a hard-fought 1–0 victory away at Girona. A single goal scored by Etta Eyong in the 89th minute of the game separated the sides to ensure the Yellow Submarine finished strongly.
Mallorca came from behind to beat Real Valladolid 2–1 at Son Moix. The hosts responded well after conceding first, netting twice to earn a crucial win and pull further clear of the relegation zone.
