Córdoba

Real Sociedad Icelandic striker Alfred Finnbogason struck his first goals for Real Sociedad to send them through in the Copa del Rey on Wednesday.

Barcelona Barcelona can enter the New Year just one point behind Real Madrid, if they can surpass Cordoba in La Liga on Saturday.

Pedro Rodriguez Barcelona coach Luis Enrique singled out Pedro for praise after the forward's display in Saturday's 5-0 win over Cordoba.

Barcelona Luis Suarez opened his La Liga account as Barcelona comfortably beat Cordoba 5-0 to move a point behind leaders Real Madrid.

Valencia Valencia still plan to go on the attack in their Copa del Rey second leg against Rayo Vallecano despite leading the tie.

Almeria Struggling Almeria face an uphill task on Friday as they welcome leaders Real Madrid to Estadio de los Juegos without a permanent coach.

Athletic Bilbao Athletic Bilbao will look to carry their good form into the Copa del Rey round of 32 as Malaga and Deportivo La Coruna prepare for battle.

Fausto Rossi La Liga newcomers Cordoba have secured the services of Fausto Rossi on a season-long loan from Italian champions Juventus.

Valencia Valencia have loaned Argentine youngster Fede Cartabia to La Liga new boys Cordoba for the upcoming season.

Córdoba Cordoba enjoyed a successful transfer deadline day as they completed the loan captures of midfielders Bruno Zuculini, Rene Krhin and Heldon.