Valencia – FC Barcelona has successfully defended the lead in the Spanish championship. The Catalans won 2-0 (0-0) on Saturday against Las Palmas and held Atletico Madrid at a distance. The team of Diego Simeone won 3-0 (2-0) at relegation candidate Valencia and is a counter behind Barcelona (54) with 53 points. Real Madrid (51) with David Alaba can catch up with a success against Girona to Barca on Sunday.
