Real Madrid return to La Liga action this weekend as they take on Real Valladolid away at Estadio Jose Zorrilla on Saturday night, hoping to strengthen their grip at the top spot in the table.Ahead

In domestic play, Madrid have hit a promising run of form in the league, soaring to the top of the table thanks to a five-game unbeaten run. Last time out, Carlo Ancelotti's men defeated Las Palmas at home, going down early but scoring four unanswered goals to see off the Canary Islands side.

A thrilling title race beckons in La Liga, with Real Madrid returning to the division's summit after Atletico's slip-up at Leganes.While Barcelona are several points back, Hansi Flick's side have shown in their two Clasico victories this season that their apex is untouchable.

R eal Madrid are seeking a 14th La Liga win of the season at home to Las Palmas on Sunday with the Canary Island outfit hoping to pull off a shock at Santiago Bernabeu. Carlo Ance

On Saturday night, the top-placed and bottom-placed La Liga teams face off in the Spanish league in a game between teams in two polar extremes.Real Madrid, sitting pretty on 46 points, are in their