Lucas Vazquez scored an injury-time winner for 10-man Real Madrid against Alaves to send Carlo Ancelotti's men above Girona to the top of the LaLiga table for Christmas.
Barcelona showcased resilience under coach Xavi Hernandez's guidance, clinching a crucial 2-1 win against Alaves on Sunday.
Robert Lewandowski scored twice as Spanish champions Barcelona recovered from an early shock to beat Alaves 2-1 in La Liga on Sunday.