Real Sociedad Secure Europa League Spot, Cadiz Relegated in La Liga Finale
Real Sociedad sealed their place in next season's Europa League after a 2-0 victory over Real Betis in La Liga's penultimate round of matches, pushing their opponents out of contention for European qualification.
Cadiz faced relegation after a goalless draw against Las Palmas, confirming their 18th-place finish and departure from La Liga.
Villarreal's Alexander Sorloth scored four goals against champions Real Madrid in an exhilarating 4-4 draw, while Barcelona comfortably secured second place with a 3-0 win over Rayo Vallecano.
Ahead of the Champions League final, Real Madrid fielded a reserve-heavy lineup against Villarreal. Turkish teenager Arda Guler and Joselu found the net for Madrid, but Sorloth's four goals salvaged a point for Villarreal.
Amidst reports of managerial changes, Barcelona defeated Rayo Vallecano with goals from Robert Lewandowski and Pedri, securing second place in the league.
Girona's 3-1 victory over Valencia confirmed Barcelona's second-place finish, while Real Sociedad clinched sixth place with a win over Real Betis, thanks to goals from Brais Mendez and Mikel Merino.
Athletic Bilbao bid farewell to stalwarts Raul Garcia and Iker Muniain with a 2-0 victory over Sevilla, while Atletico Madrid suffered a 4-1 defeat at the hands of Osasuna, securing fourth place in the league.
With Cadiz's relegation confirmed, the final week of the season sees Granada and Almeria joining them in Spain's second division, while the European qualifying places have been settled.
