Toni Kroos has publicly backed Cristiano Ronaldo amid his Saudi Pro League drama, and named the Portuguese star as the best player he has ever played with.
Real Oviedo captain Santi Cazorla has criticised La Liga following the postponement of his team's league fixture against Rayo Vallecano on Saturday, saying the Premier League is 'light years' ahead.
Real Madrid remain just a point behind Barcelona in the race for the LaLiga title after both sides won at the weekend.
Barcelona coach Hansi Flick believes Barcelona's reliance on La Masia graduates is a positive move for the club after 3-0 win against Mallorca on Saturday.
Barcelona president Joan Laporta has once again attacked Real Madrid, renewing his criticism of officiating standards in La Liga following the capital club's weekend victory.
Hansi Flick put mentality and discipline at the centre of his message as Barcelona prepared to face Albacete in the Copa del Rey tonight, warning that cup football leaves no room for complacency.