Despite dropping points to Liverpool and Rayo Vallecano within the span of six days, Xabi Alonso insisted Real Madrid are not in “crisis” ahead of the November international break.

It won't be an easy one for the visitors but Real Madrid are expected to win the away game against Rayo Vallecano on Sunday. Pick: Real Madrid 2, Rayo Vallecano 0.

Hansi Flick said he is blocking out the noise from pundits and ex-players after a Robert Lewandowski hat trick helped Barcelona beat Celta Vigo 4-2 to move within three points of LaLiga leaders Real Madrid.

In Tuesday's victory over Xabi Alonso's side, manager Arne Slot found a novel way to counter disruptive tactics

Real Madrid are prepared to splash £215 million ($282.5 million) on two players in 2026. Arsenal’s Declan Rice is expected to set Madrid back £130 million while Paris Saint-Germain forward Bradley Barcola is being eyed up for £85 million. (Source: EPL Index)

Kobbie Mainoo missed Manchester United’s clash against Tottenham Hotspur after sustaining a minor injury. In his absence, Ruben Amorim included midfielder Jack Fletcher in the travelling squad,