Many will lament the interruption of Real Madrid and Barcelona's pursuit of Atlético, but seeing Pedri in action for Spain is an exciting alternative.

Atlético Madrid held on for a vital win against Alavés. Suárez grabbed their goal, and Oblak saved a late penalty to ensure all three points.

Atlético Madrid were knocked out of the Champions League by a Chelsea side who dominated the LaLiga leaders over two legs.

The Real Madrid attacking midfielder is out injured again, on the eve of the Champions League second leg tie against Atalanta.