Ex-Bundesliga player Ivan Rakitic put Sevilla in front (21′), Érik Lamela increased a little later (25′). but after the break, the strong Rodrygo (50th), Nacho (82nd) and Karim Benzema (90th) turned the game around. Real are now 15 points ahead of FC Barcelona, who have played two games fewer. Third is Sevilla FC, who have the same number of points (60), and Atletico also currently have 60 points.
Atlético with a late penalty
Atlético Madrid had previously beaten Espanyol Barcelona with a penalty in the tenth minute of added time, earning vital points in the battle for Champions League qualification. Coach Diego Simeone’s team had the upper hand 2-1. Yannick Carasco, who converted the very late hand penalty, made the decision. According to the referee, Raúl de Tomas had saved a ball with his hand. Minutes of discussion preceded the penalty kick.