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Barcelona ended Atlético’s 13-game unbeaten run thanks to a quick counter-attack in the 44th minute. (Image: Barcelona / Twitter)
With eight-games remaining, Barça moved up to 76 points and extended their lead at the top of the standings to 11 points over rivals Real Madrid in second place.
Forward Ferran Torres struck late in the first half to give Barcelona a 1-0 home win over third-placed Atletico Madrid at Camp Nou on Sunday as they consolidated their hold on top spot and edged closer to a 27th La Liga title Went one step ahead.
With eight-games remaining, Barca reached 76 points and extended their lead at the top of the standings to 11 points over rivals Real Madrid in second place. Atlético is third with 60 points.
Barcelona ended Atlético’s 13-game unbeaten run in the 44th minute thanks to a quick counter-attack.
Rafinha controlled a long ball down the right channel and crossed to Torres on the edge of the area as he calmly slotted the ball past goalkeeper Jan Oblak.
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