Real Madrid edged Barcelona 2–1 in a high-stakes El Clasico, while elsewhere Mallorca salvaged a draw, Celta stunned Osasuna late, and Rayo grabbed victory in stoppage time.
LaLiga has officially cancelled its plans to stage a regular-season match between Barcelona and Villarreal in Miami this December.
Arsenal produced a stunning second-half performance to thrash Atletico Madrid 4-0 at the Emirates Stadium, securing a commanding victory in the UEFA Champions League on Tuesday night.
Manchester City ended their five-match winless run away from home in the UEFA Champions League with a commanding 2-0 victory over Villarreal, becoming the first side to win at the Estadio de la Ceramica since Real Madrid in March.
Arsenal manager Mikel Arteta has expressed admiration for Atletico Madrid boss Diego Simeone ahead of their Champions League group stage clash on Tuesday night.
Real Madrid head coach Xabi Alonso has hailed Arda Guler's growing influence after the young Turkish playmaker came off the bench to inspire Los Blancos to a tense 1-0 victory over Getafe in La Liga on Sunday.