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Late Suárez Goal Keeps Atlético Top of La Liga, Barca Eliminated From Title Contention

Two moments of brilliance in the final 10 minutes of Atlético Madrid's dramatic comeback win over Osasuna gave Diego Simeone's league-leading side control over its own destiny heading into La Liga's final weekend.

Trailing 1-0 against Osasuna and with hated rival Real Madrid set to take first place, Atlético Madrid needed a late turnaround to avoid a monumental collapse that saw it blow a 10-point lead in 2021. What it got will be talked about by its fans for years to come.

First came an 82nd minute equalizer from Renan Lodi, the Brazilian defender's first goal of the season.