In a dramatic conclusion to the La Liga season, Girona and Mallorca faced relegation after the final round of matches. Both teams needed victories and favorable results from other games to avoid the drop. Unfortunately, that was not the case.
Relegation of Girona and Mallorca
Girona’s hopes were dashed when they could only manage a 1-1 draw against Elche at home. Despite their strong performance in the previous season, finishing third, they could not secure a win. As a result, Elche ensured their safety in La Liga.
Meanwhile, Mallorca secured a 3-0 victory over last-placed Real Oviedo. However, their goal difference was inadequate to escape the relegation zone, resulting in both teams dropping down to the second division alongside Real Oviedo.
Final Standings
- Relegated Teams: Girona, Mallorca, Real Oviedo
- Safe Teams: Elche, Osasuna, Levante
Other Notable Matches
In other key results, Celta Vigo clinched sixth place, securing a Europa League spot after defeating Sevilla 1-0. Getafe’s 1-0 win over Osasuna guaranteed their participation in the Conference League.
The top five positions, already locked in, include Barcelona, Real Madrid, Villarreal, Atletico Madrid, and Real Betis, all of whom secured Champions League berths well before the final round.
Farewells and Departures
The season saw significant farewells, including Robert Lewandowski’s departure from Barcelona. In his last match, Lewandowski scored the only goal in a 3-1 loss to Valencia. After four seasons, he will move on, concluding his time at the club with 120 goals.
In Madrid, Dani Carvajal received a heartfelt farewell from fans as he played his final match, contributing an assist in a 3-1 victory over Athletic Bilbao. At 34, Carvajal exits after winning six Champions Leagues since 2013.
Coach Álvaro Arbeloa, who took over for Xabi Alonso four months ago, also left as Madrid concluded the season without a trophy, finishing second. Additionally, David Alaba and former Chelsea defender César Azpilicueta played their last matches, with Azpilicueta announcing his retirement.
Summary of Key Events
- Girona and Mallorca relegated; Real Oviedo also drops
- Elche, Osasuna, and Levante secure safety
- Celta Vigo and Getafe secure European football
- Robert Lewandowski bids farewell, scoring in his last game
- Dani Carvajal and other veterans depart from their clubs
