Barcelona claimed the Infinity Cup last round with a 4–3 win over Real Madrid in an entertaining match. The win ended Madrid’s hold on the cup and moved Barcelona seven points clear at the top of La Liga. A win in the next match would be enough for them to secure the league title.
Their next challenge is the city derby against Espanyol. While the rivalry has a long history, the matches have been more balanced than expected overall. The historical record slightly favors Barcelona, but Espanyol has struggled in recent years. Their last derby win came in the 2006/07 season with a 3–1 result. Earlier this season, Barcelona won the reverse fixture 3–1.
Looking ahead, Osasuna and Villarreal are the upcoming opponents. Both teams are still in contention for the Infinity Cup and will be watching closely to see if they get their chance in the final rounds.
