May – In one of the great upsets in the modern era, Atletico Madrid seal a sensational La Liga title win on the final day of the season, with Diego Godin’s goal giving Diego Simeone’s side the draw they need to finish top of the pile in Spain. To make it sweeter, they achieved it with a 1-1 draw against reigning champions Barcelona at the Nou Camp.
May – Atletico Madrid also reach the final of the Champions League and come agonisingly close to another major upset as they take a 1-0 lead in the final in Lisbon. However, arch rivals Real Madrid grab a last-minute equaliser through Sergio Ramos and run away with the game in extra time with goals through Gareth Bale, Marcelo and Cristiano Ronaldo to win the European Cup for a record-breaking 10th time in their history.