It’s been a strange weekend in Spanish football. Both Real Madrid and Barcelona have dropped points, with Barça losing 1-0 to Leganes, and Real Madrid drawing 3-3 with Las Palmas, albeit under **[controversial circumstances](https://getfootballnewsspain.com/rayo-vallecano-boss-makes-real-madrid-penalty-call-admission/)**.
Meanwhile, Atlético Madrid got a 1-0 win against Getafe, leaving them level on points with Barcelona at the top of the table with a game in hand.
The next few weeks could be vital for Diego Simeone’s men, especially given their next match is taking on Barcelona at Montjüic, with the winner going clear at the top of the table.
Given the recent news of Lamine Yamal’s injury, Barcelona will be in a tough spot as they play without a player who has truly transformed the way they play.
The other point to keep in mind is the standing of Real Madrid, who are just one point back and also have a game in hand against bottom of the table Valencia.
With the recent return of Robin Le Normand Atleti have overcome all their injuries, leaving them a clear run to try and stake their claim for the La Liga crown, all they have to do is go out there and perform.
> Barcelona and Atletico Madrid are level on points at the top of LALIGA and face each other in their last match of 2024 on Saturday 👀
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> Christmas came early 🎁 [pic.twitter.com/k4nji5qfhQ](https://t.co/k4nji5qfhQ)