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Real Madrid`s 1-0 loss to Espanyol tightens the La Liga title race, with Atletico and Barcelona closing in.

Real Madrid faced a surprising setback in their La Liga campaign, losing 1-0 to Espanyol at the RCDE Stadium on February 2, 2025. This defeat ended their remarkable streak of 10 victories in their last 11 matches across all competitions, raising concerns about their title aspirations. With this loss, Real Madrid now holds 49 points, just four points ahead of third-placed Barcelona and one point ahead of second-placed Atletico Madrid.

Despite dominating possession and creating numerous chances, Real Madrid struggled to convert opportunities into goals. The only goal of the match came from Espanyol, highlighting the fine margins that can decide tightly contested fixtures. This result has reignited the competition at the top of La Liga, making upcoming matches critical for all leading teams.

The current standings reflect a tightly contested title race, with Real Madrid leading with 49 points, followed closely by Atletico Madrid with 48 points and Barcelona with 45 points. The loss to Espanyol underscores the challenges Real Madrid faces in maintaining their lead, especially with key fixtures on the horizon, including the highly anticipated Spanish capital derby against Atletico Madrid.

The performance of Real Madrid`s players fell short of expectations, lacking the standout contributions that have characterized their recent successes. The match at the RCDE Stadium was closely fought, with both teams displaying tactical discipline, but ultimately, it was Espanyol who capitalized on their chances.

For more details on this match and its implications for La Liga, check out the full coverage on Real Madrid`s loss and the ongoing title race on La Liga standings.

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