

The Copa del Rey reaches it's penultimate stage with two appetizing semi-finals to look forward to after yesterday's draw at the Spanish FA

The overnight table shows Real Madrid in an uncomfortable position - lying fifth, two points behind Villarreal, and level on points with Sevilla.


PSG-REAL MADRID
Blanc: 'I know Zidane will get Real Madrid out of this rut'

REAL MADRID-VILLARREAL
Kroos: 'We have to think about qualifying for the Champions League next year'
Uefa's Team of the Year includes five Real players. It's no surprise, and there's little arguing with the quintet: Ramos, Marcelo, Kroos, Modric and Cristiano.

Real Madrid are crossing off days on their calendar with the club focused on the Champions League tie against PSG which could be pivotal in determining how their season evolves

16 points adrift ! The odds are stacking up against Real Madrid although I imagine they will win their game in hand against Leganés...

Atlético Madrid have already flaunted Diego Costa and Vitolo, while Real Madrid and Barcelona are hot on the heels of Kepa and Coutinho respectively.

Mou mira a Pep

Today's game could be dubbed the Apéritif El Clasico due to the unusual early kick-off time.

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