In a thrilling Sunday of La Liga fixtures, Real Madrid, Sevilla and Celta Vigo delivered standout performances as the Spanish top flight moved deeper into the 2025-26 season.
Kylian Mbappe's race to be fit has taken another hit, with the French forward facing a serious battle to return for Real Madrid after remaining unused in their 2-1 defeat to Manchester City at the Bernabeu.
Manchester City boosted their push for a top-eight finish in the Champions League league phase with a 2-1 comeback victory over Real Madrid at the Bernabeu.
Xabi Alonso has demanded an immediate response from Real Madrid after they were stunned at home by Celta Vigo, admitting his side were "angry" and determined to put things right when they face Manchester City in the Champions League.
Real Madrid lost ground to La Liga leaders Barcelona on Sunday after an unexpected home defeat, while Valencia were held to a 1-1 draw by Sevilla.
Joan Laporta has reignited the tension between Barcelona and Real Madrid after declaring that Los Blancos "represent power", while insisting Barcelona stand for "freedom".