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All of a sudden, Real Madrid are within five points of Atlético, which allows them to believe that the title race isn't over just yet, writes Alfredo Reñalo.

Diego Simeone took charge of his 500th Atlético Madrid game and had cause for celebration as Luis Suárez handed him victory and Elche held Real Madrid.

Zidane capped a happy week as his team sealed a comfortable victory over Atlético, one which allowed them to reduce the distance at the top of the table, writes Alfredo Relaño.

Alfredo Relaño reacts to Real Madrid's home LaLiga defeat to Alavés on Saturday - a result that leaves them six points off top spot.

El Madrid tiene una plantilla larga, de jugadores prestigiosos, internacionales, de magníficos contratos

Real Madrid and Barcelona were both beaten on Saturday ahead of the Clásico and the Champons League, while Atlético Madrid profited from the results.