Two thousand Atlético Madrid fans celebrated outside an empty stadium and inside a teary-eyed Diego Simeone walks across the pitch at the Jose Zorilla stadium and consoles Valladolid defender Kiko Olivas

ByAlfredo Relaño

Atlético Madrid held on for a vital win against Alavés. Suárez grabbed their goal, and Oblak saved a late penalty to ensure all three points.

ByAlfredo Relaño

Athletic Bilbao overcame Levante in extra-time to book their place in the Copa del Rey final where they’ll play Barcelona. Analysis from Alfredo Relaño.

ByAlfredo Relaño

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