FC Barcelona and Real Madrid strengthened their La Liga title pushes with two very different victories, as Barcelona edged past Rayo Vallecano thanks to defensive resilience, while Madrid survived a chaotic derby to beat Atletico Madrid.
Real Madrid manager Alvaro Arbeloa feels that his team is enthusiastic and excited for the upcoming La Liga derby against Atletico Madrid on Sunday.
Real Madrid have received a welcome boost as several players returned to training ahead of Sunday's Madrid derby against Atletico at the Santiago Bernabeu Stadium.
Alvaro Arbeloa hailed his Real Madrid side's discipline and resilience after they once again knocked Manchester City out of the Champions League at the Etihad Stadium.
Manchester City's Champions League campaign ended in familiar frustration as Real Madrid eliminated them for a third consecutive season, sealing progression from the last-16 tie at the Etihad Stadium.
Real Madrid will be boosted by the return of Kylian Mbappe for their decisive Champions League last-16 second leg against Manchester City but Jude Bellingham will play no part despite travelling with the squad.