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La Liga round-up: Athletic Bilbao held by Alaves

Athletic Bilbao were left frustrated against Alaves
Image: Athletic Bilbao were left frustrated against Alaves at San Mames

Athletic Bilbao were held to a goalless draw by neighbouring Alaves on Sunday.

The hosts enjoyed the majority of possession and shots at San Mames, but the match ended in a 0-0 draw as Alaves extended their unbeaten La Liga run to a fifth match.

Real Betis won their first ever top-flight meeting with Leganes as their fine home form under coach Victor Sanchez continued.

Ruben Castro opened the scoring six minutes after half-time and Cristiano Piccini wrapped up a 2-0 victory late on, meaning the Andalusians have yet to lose at Estadio Benito Villamarin in four matches under Sanchez.

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Athletic Bilbao keeper Kepa Arrizabalaga was forced off during the first half against Alaves after picking up an injury while taking a goal kick

Celta Vigo won their sixth home match in seven as Malaga were overcome 3-1 at Balaidos.

Iago Aspas' seventh-minute strike put the hosts ahead, with Daniel Wass and Andreu Fontas putting Celta further in front.

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Wass' late own goal only cost Eduardo Berizzo's team a clean sheet.

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