Madrid (Spain), Nov 10 (NationPress) The multiple-time titleholders, Real Madrid, experienced a reduction of two points from their lead at the top of the La Liga 2025-26 standings during this weekend's matches, marking the final round before the international break.

Currently, Real Madrid leads the table with 31 points from 12 matches, achieving 10 wins, 1 draw, and 1 defeat. Barcelona trails by three points, boasting 9 wins, 1 draw, and 2 defeats, while Villarreal sits in third place with 26 points.

Atletico Madrid is in fourth with 25 points from 7 wins, 4 draws, and 1 defeat, and Real Betis rounds off the top five with 20 points, achieved through 5 wins, 5 draws, and 2 defeats across their 12 matches.

Here are four insights we gathered this weekend:

1. Is Real Madrid Overly Dependent on Mbappe?

Rayo Vallecano deserves immense recognition for managing to hold Real Madrid to a 0-0 draw at Vallecas Stadium on Sunday, especially after completing a grueling UEFA Conference League match just 65 hours prior and having only 48 hours less recovery time than their opponents, as reported by Xinhua.

Rayo effectively neutralized Kylian Mbappe, limiting the French star to merely 27 touches throughout the 90 minutes. Without his contributions, Real Madrid's offensive threat significantly diminished. Remarkably, Mbappe has accounted for 53 percent of Real Madrid's goals this season—a higher ratio than that of Cristiano Ronaldo in his prime.

2. Lewandowski's Resurgence

Robert Lewandowski marked his return by scoring a hat-trick on Sunday, propelling FC Barcelona to a 4-2 victory against a formidable Celta Vigo, thereby keeping his team in the title race.

The Polish striker had faced fitness challenges following an injury on international duty, making his comeback crucial in clinching an exhilarating match with his precise finishing, averaging a goal every 82 minutes played this season.

Barcelona will also be relieved that Lamine Yamal appeared unaffected by his groin injury, though concerns linger about the ease with which Celta breached the Barcelona defense in the first half.

3. Corberan's Mestalla Challenge

The 1-1 draw between Valencia and Real Betis encompassed all the elements of a thrilling football encounter—tension, opportunities, misses, saves, and dramatic moments. Valencia's coach, Carlos Corberan, will be pleased with the dedication and performance of his players.

Valencia entered the match without a victory in six games, amidst rumors of discontent against the coach who previously guided them away from relegation.

Securing a point elevates Valencia from the bottom three, and the fervor displayed by his team should ensure Corberan remains at the helm for the upcoming city derby against Levante in two weeks.

4. Osasuna's Predicament

Sevilla's 1-0 victory over Osasuna halted a three-match losing streak, alleviating pressure on coach Matias Almeyda. However, Osasuna remains in a precarious position, with only 11 points from 12 games.

The primary issue for Osasuna is their away form, having lost six of seven away matches, with their sole point coming against the bottom-placed Oviedo.

Despite facing four defeats against top-five teams, the pressure mounts for Osasuna to secure home victories.