European football: Barcelona tighten grip on top spot with win over Rayo Vallecano
Ronald Araújo scores only goal in hard-fought 1-o win
Como thrash Pisa in Serie A for fifth straight victory
Ronald Araújo’s header helped Barcelona extend their lead over Real Madrid at the top of La Liga to seven points with a tight 1-0 win over Rayo Vallecano on Sunday. Álvaro Arbeloa’s Real Madrid host Atlético Madrid, who are fourth, later on in a derby clash.
Araújo nodded home João Cancelo’s corner after 24 minutes to secure the three points at Camp Nou but Joan García’s superb display in goal played just as big a part in their victory.
