Barcelona are now just a point away from the league leaders Real Madrid after the Los Blancos drew 2-2 against Elche last night. The game was too tight and the attack was intact from both the sides. Madrid who were 5 points ahead of the La Liga reigning champions Barcelona few days back, now got themselves just one point up. Xavi Alonso’s side did try hard to get the winning goal but couldn’t and Bellingham’s equaliser was the last goal of the game, came in the 87th minute.

The La Liga title race has become even more thrilling after Real Madrid were held to a dramatic 2-2 draw against Elche last night, allowing Barcelona to move within just one point of the league leaders. The match was tightly contested, with both sides showing strong attacking intent right from the start.

Real Madrid, who were five points clear of the defending champions only a few days ago, have now seen their lead shrink significantly. Xabi Alonso’s men pushed relentlessly for a winner, but Elche stood firm and capitalised on their chances to keep the pressure on the Madrid defence.

The game reached its climax in the final minutes when Jude Bellingham scored a crucial equaliser in the 87th minute, rescuing a point for Los Blancos. Despite late attempts to find a decisive goal, Madrid couldn’t break through again.

With momentum shifting back towards Barcelona, the title race is heating up rapidly. Xavi’s side now sits just a point behind, eagerly eyeing the top spot as the season enters a crucial phase.

TOPICS: Barcelona Dean Huijsen Football Jude Bellingham Kylian Mbappe La Liga Real Madrid Xabi Alonso