Almeria

Marcelo Vieira da Silva Júnior Real Madrid will battle Barcelona to the very end for the right to win La Liga, James Rodriguez has vowed.

Fernando Torres Sanz Atletico Madrid consolidated third spot with a hard-fought draw at Levante, while Sevilla were held by Celta Vigo.

Atlético Madrid A massive clash looms in La Liga this matchday with Barcelona preparing to host Atletico Madrid at Camp Nou on Sunday.

Atlético Madrid Atletico Madrid beat city rivals Real 2-0 in the Copa del Rey last 16 on Wednesday to mark the return of Fernando Torres with a victory.

Real Madrid Holders Real Madrid will hope for a return to winning ways when they make the short trip to face rivals Atletico Madrid in the Copa del Rey.

Almeria Nolito's penalty miss proved costly for Celta Vigo as they slipped to a 1-0 home defeat to La Liga strugglers Almeria.

Almeria Real Madrid will look to head into the Club World Cup on a 20-match winning run by prevailing at Almeria in La Liga on Friday.

Francisco Rodriguez Francisco has been sacked as Almeria head coach following a disappointing start to the Liga season.