It's a huge game for Real Madrid as they face Alaves on December 13 at the Mendizorrotza Stadium. After two losses that have been met with plenty of criticism, Xabi Alonso knows that anything short of a win will heap more pressure on him and the team.

The Brazilian hit a brace to give Barcelona a 2-0 win over Osasuna and take them seven points clear at the top of La Liga.

Barcelona forward Raphinha has publicly dismissed recent speculation linking him with a move away from the Catalan club, particularly to the Saudi Pro League, labelling the reports "nonsense". Despite the Brazilian international's consistent denials and his stated desire to retire at Barcelona,

BARCELONA, Spain (AP) — From scoring goals to encouraging his teammates and coach, Raphinha is back fit and again doing almost everything for Barcelona. The Brazil forward has returned from a six-week injury layoff,

Hansi Flick rested two big-name attackers in La Liga at the weekend.

Raphinha's first goal of the match came during a crucial transition for Atlético de Madrid. With a swift and calculated move, he concealed his intentions, leaving Valencia's goalkeeper Sergio Herrera unable to respond.