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Atlético Madrid Diego Simeone is backing Fernando Torres to inspire an improvement in Atletico Madrid's recent form, starting with Sunday's trip to fellow high-flyers Valencia.
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.
La Liga Loca FourFourTwo.com's Spanish correspondent, Tim Stannard, lists his learnings from another busy weekend of Primera Liga action...
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Rafael Benítez Real Madrid were at half-time but, despite receiving a frosty reception, Rafael Benitez enjoyed a 10-2 rout of Rayo Vallecano.
Rayo Vallecano Lowly Rayo Vallecano boosted their La Liga survival hopes with a surprise 3-2 win at Real Sociedad on Monday.
Rayo Vallecano Atletico Madrid coach Diego Simeone is keen to avoid the tag of favourites when his side begin their Liga title defence at Rayo Vallecano.
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