Africans that can shake up the La Liga title race

Take a look at some the African stars that can influence the tightest La Liga title race in 32 years.

Mbappe to miss Real Madrid Copa clash against Real Sociedad

Real Madrid left Kylian Mbappe out of their squad to face Real Sociedad in the Copa del Rey semi-final first leg on Wednesday owing to a dental problem.

Carlo: Madrid doing well despite ‘absurd, unsustainable’ schedule

Real Madrid coach Carlo Ancelotti said Tuesday his team were doing a good job given their packed fixture list, describing the football calendar as “absurd” and “unsustainable”.

Atletico hold Barca in crazy eight-goal Copa del Rey semi

Atletico Madrid conceded a two-goal lead then fought back from two down to draw 4-4 with Barcelona in a wild Copa del Rey semi-final first leg thriller on Tuesday.

Modric stunner maintains Real Madrid title charge

Luka Modric scored a brilliant goal from long range to help Real Madrid secure a 2-0 win against Girona on Sunday which took them back level with Barcelona at the top of La Liga.

Watch: Valencia v Atletico Madrid – Highlights

With a clean sheet away at Valencia, Atletico maintained their nearly flawless defensive record and moved up to second place, two points ahead of rivals Real Madrid.

Barcelona snatch win at Las Palmas to reclaim Liga lead

Dani Olmo and Ferran Torres struck to earn Barcelona a 2-0 win at Las Palmas on Saturday which took them back top of La Liga.

Barcelona face Las Palmas with Liga lead strength test beckoning

Barcelona travel to Las Palmas on Saturday in La Liga aiming to do what they, champions Real Madrid and Atletico Madrid have failed to manage in recent weeks.

Bellingham banned for two matches after dissent

Jude Bellingham was hit with a two-match La Liga ban on Wednesday by the Spanish football federation’s disciplinary committee after he was sent off for dissent.

Opta: Real Madrid favourites to win current La Liga campaign

Real Madrid (50 points), Atlético Madrid (49 points), and Barcelona (48 points) are separated by just two points after 23 matchdays, making this the closest three-way title race since the 2013-14 La Liga season.