Thrilling LaLiga Matches on January 17, 2026: Mallorca Triumphs and Osasuna Edges Out Oviedo
Mallorca and Osasuna secured narrow victories in thrilling LaLiga matches on January 17, 2026, showcasing intense competition and standout individual performances.
- • Vedat Muriqi scored a hat-trick leading Mallorca to a 3-2 win over Athletic Club.
- • Athletic Club’s goals came from Unai Gómez, Nico Williams, Gorka Guruzeta, and Iñigo Lekue.
- • Osasuna edged Real Oviedo 3-2 in a competitive Jornada 20 match.
- • Mallorca’s record post-match is 5 wins, 6 draws, 9 losses with 21 points; Athletic Club has 7 wins, 3 draws, 10 losses totaling 24 points.
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On January 17, 2026, LaLiga witnessed dramatic and intense encounters, highlighted by Mallorca’s narrow 3-2 victory over Athletic Club and Osasuna’s close 3-2 win against Real Oviedo.
At Estadi Mallorca Son Moix in Palma de Mallorca, Mallorca showcased a spectacular performance led by Vedat Muriqi’s hat-trick, with goals scored in the 5th and 42nd minutes, as well as a penalty conversion in the 69th minute. Athletic Club battled back with early goals from Unai Gómez at 8 minutes and Nico Williams just before halftime at 45 minutes. The second half saw an inspiring comeback attempt from Athletic Club with Gorka Guruzeta and Iñigo Lekue scoring back-to-back goals at the 70th and 72nd minutes, respectively. Despite these efforts, Mallorca managed to hold on for a critical win. The match drew an attendance of 14,284 and was officiated by referee José Luis Guzmán Mansilla. Following this match, Mallorca holds a record of 5 wins, 6 draws, and 9 losses, totaling 21 points, while Athletic Club stands with 7 wins, 3 draws, and 10 losses, amassing 24 points.
Meanwhile, Osasuna secured vital points in their hard-fought 3-2 victory over Real Oviedo during Jornada 20 of the LaLiga EA Sports season. Both teams delivered a competitive display, fighting relentlessly until the final whistle to influence league standings.
These matches underscore the intense competition across LaLiga, as teams push for valuable points in mid-season battles. The thrilling performances from Mallorca and Osasuna highlight the passion and unpredictability that marks Spanish football at this time of the season.
This article was synthesized and translated from native language sources to provide English-speaking readers with local perspectives.
