The battle for the World Player of the Year award had shifted to his home turf but Real Madrid's Cristiano Ronaldo was again upstaged by Lionel Messi of Barcelona in Saturday's Clasico at the Bernabeu.
Real Madrid coach Manuel Pellegrini believes Saturday could be the decisive day in the Primera Division title race. Leaders Barcelona and second-placed Madrid both claimed 4-1 wins in midweek to leave the two Spanish superpowers just one point apart heading into the penultimate round of fixtures - a round that Pellegrini feels may be crucial.
The Classic derby saw a brilliant Barcelona thrashing Real Madrid at Camp Nou, the game ended 5-0 with goals scored by Xavi, Pedro, a brace from David Villa and Jeffren. Barcelona are now top of the table, two points clear of Real Madrid.
We are in for another exciting weekend of La Liga action with the big two, Barcelona and Real Madrid, both in action. Barca travel to Real Zaragoza whilst Real host Sporting Gijon. Who will score more? Vote now.
Arsenal's Theo Walcott surprised me last night when he came on and turned the game around against Barcelona. The game finished 2-2 with Walcott undoubtedly having a massive impact on the game. Should Arsene Wenger start him next week in the Camp Nou or not? Vote now!
