La Liga: Real Madrid narrowly triumphs, Villarreal and Alavés secure home wins

Three pivotal La Liga fixtures unfolded in Spain today, influencing both the title race and European qualification aspirations.

Real Madrid 2–1 Mallorca

At the Santiago Bernabéu, Real Madrid clinched a dramatic 2–1 victory over Mallorca.

The match remained deadlocked until stoppage time when Jacobo Ramón netted the decisive goal in the 90’+5 minute, capitalizing on a headed assist from Jesús Vallejo following a corner kick.

This win propels Los Blancos to 78 points, keeping their slim title hopes alive, albeit trailing leaders Barcelona by four points.

Villarreal 3–0 Leganés

Villarreal delivered a commanding performance at Estadio de la Cerámica, overpowering Leganés with a 3–0 scoreline.

The Yellow Submarine’s offensive prowess was on full display, securing a vital win that bolsters their position in the race for European competition spots.

Alavés 1–0 Valencia

In a tightly contested match at Mendizorroza, Alavés edged out Valencia 1–0. The solitary goal proved sufficient for the hosts to claim all three points, enhancing their prospects of avoiding relegation as the season approaches its climax.