Vinicius Jr scores twice as Real Madrid beat Espanyol 2-0 to keep Barcelona waiting to win the La Liga title
Barcelona could now clinch the title when they meet Real Madrid in next week's El Clasico
Quick Look
- Vinicius Jr scored both goals as Real Madrid defeated Espanyol 2-0 in La Liga, delaying Barcelona's title celebrations.
- The result means Barcelona could now secure the league title when the two sides meet in next week's El Clasico.
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Why It Matters
Real Madrid's victory over Espanyol keeps the La Liga title race alive heading into next week's highly anticipated El Clasico. Barcelona were waiting to secure the title but now must wait for the result of the match against their rivals.
Vinicius Jr scored twice as Real Madrid beat Espanyol 2-0 to keep Barcelona waiting to win the La Liga title, which they could now do when they meet in next week's El Clasico.
The Brazilian forward's double ensured Real Madrid returned to winning ways in La Liga after their Champions League exit, while also delaying Barcelona's title celebrations.
With the victory, Barcelona will now have to wait to confirm whether they have won the league title. They could still secure it with a win in next week's El Clasico against their rivals.
What to Watch
AI outlook — possibilities, not facts
Barcelona will secure the La Liga title if they win the El Clasico
Likely · Within weeks
El Clasico will decide the La Liga title race
Very likely · Within weeks
Open Questions
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