Rodrigo De Paul’s superb volley earned Atletico Madrid a 1-0 win over Celta Vigo on Sunday to virtually guarantee Champions League football next season.
Diego Simeone’s side, fourth, move eight points clear of fifth-place Athletic Bilbao with just three games remaining.
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After the Copa del Rey winners drew against Osasuna on Saturday, Atletico left it late but were able to take advantage to move further clear.
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De Paul struck after 84 minutes to delight fans at the Metropolitano stadium just as it seemed all the hosts’ pressure would come to nothing.
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