
Before Real Madrid can look ahead to El Clásico, Carlo Ancelotti's side must first take care of business against Celta Vigo.
Despite its 41-game unbeaten streak in La Liga, Real Madrid still trails Barcelona by three points atop the table. A mountain of injuries and draws to Mallorca, Las Palmas and Atlético Madrid hindered Los Blancos' title defense against a revitalized Barcelona under Hansi Flick. To keep the pressure on the Catalans, Real Madrid needs to collect all three points against Celta Vigo.