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Barca Clear in La Liga as Real Madrid Slip Up

Barcelona moved seven points clear at the top of La Liga after a dramatic 2-1 win over Atletico Madrid, capitalizing on Real Madrid's 2-1 loss to Mallorca.

Robert Lewandowski shouldered home a late winner to secure the victory, with Atletico reduced to ten men after Nico Gonzalez was sent off. Hansi Flick's side took full advantage of Real Madrid's stumble to extend their title charge.

The victory puts Barcelona seven points clear at the summit, though the race remains tight with eight games remaining. This clash begins a trilogy of matches between the sides, who also meet in the Champions League quarter-finals next week.