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Barcelona wins the derby against Atletico Madrid and breaks away at the top of the table

Atletico Madrid's midfielder Koke (L) carries the ball after Real Sociedad scored during the Spanish league football match Real Sociedad vs Club Atletico de Madrid at the Anoeta stadium in San Sebastian on November 6, 2016. / AFP / ANDER GILLENEA (Photo credit should read ANDER GILLENEA/AFP/Getty Images)

After drawing with Espanyol last week, Barcelona is back to winning ways in La Liga.

The team led by Xavi triumphed on the road against Atletico Madrid, in the derby valid for the 16th week.

Barcelona won at least 0:1 in “Wanda Metropolitano”.

The only goal and three points for the Catalans was scored by Ousmane Dembele, in the 22nd minute.

It is worth noting that two red cards were also seen in this match. In the 92nd minute, Stefan Savic and Ferran Torres were sent off.

After this victory, Barcelona has 41 points and continues to lead the table, now with three points more than Real Madrid.

Atletico Madrid remains fifth with 27 points.

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