Sporting Gijon

Alen Halilovic, who played against parent club Barcelona in Sporting Gijon's defeat, says the champions have the title in their grasp.

Gary Neville's disappointing spell in charge of Valencia continued as they were beaten once again, while Sevilla recorded another win.

Karim Benzema Real Madrid and Barcelona had contrasting outings in La Liga on their respective visits to San Mames and Balaidos.

Fernando Torres Atletico Madrid hammered Sporting Gijon 5-0 on Saturday and Fernando Torres believe his side are now ready to face Barcelona on Wednesday.

Diego Godín Leal Diego Godin may have to watch from the sidelines as Atletico Madrid aim to stay in touch with Barcelona by beating Sporting Gijon.

Zinedine Zidane Gareth Bale and Karim Benzema picked up injuries against Sporting Gijon but Marcelo is hopeful the problems are not serious.

Real Madrid and Barcelona are once more expected to fight it out for the Liga title and the rivals begin their quest for glory this weekend.

Marcelino García Toral Villarreal's lack of effort at Sporting Gijon are to blame for Rayo Vallecano's La Liga relegation, according to the latter's president.

Sporting Gijon exited the Copa del Rey at the round of 32 despite a strong display from Alen Halilovic in the second leg with Real Betis.