![]() This was the meeting of the two tightest defences in La Liga - two teams that had conceded just 29 goals between them in 50 matches. They still occupy the fourth Champions League spot, eight points ahead of nearest rivals Sevilla. The result also saw Marcelino's men record a fifth straight clean sheet in all competitions. AP ImagesĪtletico Madrid's hopes of catching Primera Division leaders Barcelona suffered a setback on Sunday evening as they were held to a 0-0 draw by Villarreal at the Vicente Calderon.ĭiego Simeone's side were shut out by the visitors' rock-solid defence and could carve out barely any clear chances, and ended the weekend eight points behind Barca - who also have a superior head-to-head record - with 13 games remaining. ![]() ![]() Diego Godin of Atletico Madrid challenges Villarreal goalkeeper Alphonse Areola in the teams' 0-0 draw. ![]()
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