Spanish league standings

With a great goal Luka ModricReal Madrid beat Sevilla 1-0, in the 26th round of the Spanish League.

The Croatian came on as a substitute in the 75th minute, and five minutes later he shot with his right foot, hitting the left post of the Sevilla goalkeeper, who shot the ball. These three points are vital for Real Madrid to remain at the top.

With this result, Ancelotti's team occupies first place with 65 points, and remains eight points behind Barcelona (second – 57 points), while nine points behind Girona, which plays on Monday against Rayo Vallecano.

Sevilla had an opportunity to move up the ranks and avoid relegation, but they remained in 15th place with 24 points, six points away from the dangerous positions.

The next day, Real Madrid visits Valencia in the Mestalla, Barcelona visits Bilbao in San Mames, and Girona visits Mallorca.

Sevilla and Sergio Ramos will host Real Sociedad next Saturday. Almería del Chuco Lozano plays on Friday against Celta Vigo, a match from a lower position.