Atletico Madrid closed the gap on leaders Barcelona to nine points after beating Celta Vigo 2-0 at home in La Liga on Saturday.
Barca had earlier missed the chance to go 14 points clear after being held to a goalless draw by bottom side Huesca. The Blaugrana might have regretted resting Lionel Messi ahead of UEFA Champions League action against Manchester United on Tuesday.
While Barca faltered, Sevilla entered the top four after a narrow win over Real Betis in a dramatic derby. Earlier, Espanyol started the day by moving into the top 10 thanks to beating Alaves at home.