La Liga: Barça and Real Madrid warm up for European showdowns

Spain’s big two each secure wins in the league, but the real focus is on their midweek Champions League semi-finals against Bayern Munich and Borussia Dortmund.

Spain’s big two each secure wins in the league, but the real focus is on their midweek Champions League semi-finals against Bayern Munich and Borussia Dortmund.

Real Madrid’s mercurial striker has been in a slump and with the team seeking a record 10th Champions League title, they need him to improve.

Convincing Clásico wins in the Copa and the league give Mourinho’s players confidence ahead of Manchester United clash.

Atlético and Real Madrid close the gap at the top with convincing wins, but the Catalans are still running away with the title.

Barcelona’s striker takes best player award for fourth consecutive time and scores his first goal of the year in derby win. Mourinho’s Madrid beat Real Sociedad 4-3 with a double strike from Ronaldo.

Argentine striker breaks Gerd Müller’s record of goals in a calendar year despite the resistance of Betis. Meanwhile, Atlético Madrid’s own goal machine, Radamel Falcao, scores five against Deportivo.