Victory over Barcelona in Sunday’s Clasico moved Xabi Alonso’s side five points clear of their big rivals. It was an especially crucial win for Alonso and his staff because of the criticism that followed September’s 5-2 defeat by Atletico Madrid in La Liga.

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Jude Bellingham had a hand in both goals as Real Madrid beat Barcelona while Lamine Yamal failed to back up his pre-match words with a performance

Atletico Madrid has extended its unbeaten La Liga run to nine games after beating Real Betis 2-0. Both goals came in the first half on Monday.

Espanyol star Edu Expósito has secured for himself a joint-share of the benchmark for most key passes played in La Liga this season.This comes fresh off the midfielder’s latest telling

Álvaro Carreras has made an excellent start to life at Madrid following his summer switch from Benfica and pushes Alejandro Balde closely for a place in the XI. However, due to the longevity and consistency of the Barcelona left back, he just makes the cut ahead of his compatriot.