Barring a dramatic collapse, it’s becoming very evident that Real Madrid will be replacing city rivals Atletico as champions of Spain this season, while the race for Champions League spots is also now seeing a gap develop.
Barcelona, Atleti and Sevilla are all level on points, 12 adrift of Los Blancos but also four ahead of Real Betis and six clear of Real Sociedad. The big four are remaining the big four it seems, despite some exceptional showings from the potential challengers.
