In a significant development for the Spanish La Liga, Real Madrid secured a 2-0 victory against Espanyol on Sunday evening. This result, achieved in the 34th round of the league, postpones Barcelona's potential championship celebration, which could have been confirmed four matches before the season concludes.

The hero of the match was Brazilian forward Vinicius Junior, who found the back of the net twice for Real Madrid. His goals came in quick succession during the second half, specifically in the 55th and 66th minutes, sealing a crucial win for the team from Madrid.

With this triumph, Real Madrid strengthened their position in the league standings, amassing a total of 77 points. They now trail Barcelona, the league leaders, by 11 points. This sets up an exciting scenario for next week's El Clasico. The match will see Real Madrid once again facing Barcelona. For Barcelona to clinch the championship title next weekend, they require just a single point from this fixture.

On the other hand, Espanyol continued their disappointing run with a fourth defeat in their last six outings. Currently positioned at 13th place with 39 points, they find themselves embroiled in a relegation struggle. The team is only five points clear of the relegation zone, adding pressure to their remaining fixtures.