Title-chasing Barcelona suffer shock defeat at struggling Almeria

Almeria celebrated a memorable win over LaLiga leaders Barcelona (Jose Breton/AP)

Barcelona missed the chance to extend their lead at the top of LaLiga after suffering an unexpected 1-0 defeat at relegation-battling Almeria.

Real Madrid’s own title hopes looked to have suffered a blow after they played out a 1-1 draw at home to 10-man rivals Atletico Madrid on Saturday.