A 93rd minute goal from Javi Martínez deprived the Blue and Whites of victory against Athletic Bilabao on Saturday evening, the match ending in a 1-1 draw.
Sevilla metro rated one of the best in the country
A survey carried out by Consumer-Eroski ranks the metro in Sevilla as one of the best in Spain based on general cleanliness, punctuality, safety, accessibility and provision of information.
Less banks in the third quarter of 2010
The number of branch offices of banks and savings banks fell by 1.8% in Andalucia in the period up to October 31st 2010, with 124 offices closing during the third quarter.
Defence Minister confirms that two Spaniards have been captured by pirates
The Defence Minister, Carme Chacón, has for the first time confirmed that the fishing vessel ‘Vega 5’, whose crew includes two Galicians, has been seized by Somali pirates.
Barcelona progress, Málaga don’t
Málaga have been dumped out of the Copa del Rey after losing 0-3 to Sevilla in their fifth round, second leg match at La Rosaleda. Second half goals from Romaric, Perotti and Luis Fabiano did the damage.
El Niño could answer a lot of prayers
Per capita expenditure on the ‘El Niño’ lottery is apparently €15.14 in Andalucia and €21.07 nationwide. The draw takes place today, Thursday.
Online extortion
A youth has been arrested in Santa Fe, Granada province, on charges of extortion after he threatened a young girl via the social network Tuenti, forcing her to hand over about €3,000 in total over a period of time.
Real Madrid edge out Getafe in local derby
Ten yellow and one red card in the match between Getafe and Real Madrid, Real’s Arbeloa getting his marching orders in the 81st minute.
Wins for Barcelona and Málaga
The Blue and Whites travelled to Sporting Gijón and managed to leave with all three points, winning the match 1-2.
Heavy fines for smokers who offend
Fines for infringement of the new anti-smoking laws range from €30 to €600 for offenders and up to €600,000 for the owners of properties who disobey the law.