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Rayo Vallecano The battle to avoid relegation takes centre stage this weekend as Rayo Vallecano host Almeria in a crucial match at the bottom of La Liga.

Rayo Vallecano Lowly Rayo Vallecano boosted their La Liga survival hopes with a surprise 3-2 win at Real Sociedad on Monday.

Barcelona Barcelona returned to winning ways in La Liga with a 7-0 demolition of Osasuna at Camp Nou on Sunday.

Real Madrid Real Madrid have the opportunity to strike the first blow of the weekend as an absorbing three-way La Liga title battle continues.

Francisco Silva Francisco Silva believes Chile have earned the right to be considered a threat to Brazil at the FIFA World Cup.

Atlético Madrid Atletico Madrid and Barcelona can both heap pressure on Real Madrid as the three-way race for the La Liga title enters its final month.

Barcelona Lionel Messi scored a hat-trick as Barcelona beat Real Madrid 4-3 on Sunday, allowing Atletico Madrid to move to the top of La Liga.

Atlético Madrid There was mixed fortunes for the three La Liga title rivals on Wednesday on a day when Victor Valdes' Barcelona career looked to be ended.