Atletico Madrid head coach Diego Simeone said that forward Antoine Griezmann is "very important" for the future of the club and the team after their 3-2 victory over Valencia on Wednesday.

Antoine Griezmann important for future of Atletico Madrid: Diego Simeone

Zinedine Zidane remained coy on the rumours in Spain that Real Madrid could launch a bid for Paris Saint-Germain's French star Kylian Mbappe in the summer. On being asked about the possible targets in the summer transfer window, Zidane stayed tight-lipped.

Zinedine Zidane remains tight-lipped on rumours about Real Madrid's bid to sign Kylian Mbappe

Barcelona closed in on the La Liga title on Saturday after earning a hard-fought 2-1 win over Real Sociedad at the Nou Camp, with goals from defenders Clement Lenglet and Jordi Alba restoring their nine-point lead at the top of the table.

Barcelona close to clinch La Liga title after defeating Sociedad

Former Brazilian striker Rivaldo feels that a player like Lionel Messi deserves World Cup title and the Argentine "must be a world champion". "I like him so much and I always say I feel so sad because he never won the World Cup with Argentina.

World-class player like Lionel Messi must be world champion: Rivaldo

Barcelona midfielder Arturo Vidal said his side were distracted by their upcoming Champions League quarter-final decider against Manchester United after the runaway La Liga leaders could only draw 0-0 at struggling Huesca on Saturday.

Arturo Vidal says goalless Barcelona distracted by thought of Manchester United

Barcelona closed in on the La Liga title after beating 10-man Atletico Madrid 2-0 in Saturday's top-of-the-table showdown at the Nou Camp as late strikes by Luis Suarez and Lionel Messi gave the Catalans an 11-point lead at the top of the table.

Luis Suarez and Lionel Messi late-show sinks 10-man Atletico Madrid

Atletico Madrid announced on its official Twitter account on Saturday that strikers Alvaro Morata and Diego Costa were both passed fit after recovering from injuries ahead of the crucial Barcelona clash.

Atletico Madrid's Diego Costa and Alvaro Morata fit to face Barcelona

Real Madrid head coach Zinedine Zidane spoke to the media ahead of his side's La Liga clash with Eibar on Saturday. Zidane said, "We're playing a team who are having a very good season and they're coming here to try to get some points.

'Players want to end the season well,' says Zinedine Zidane as Real Madrid prepare to face Eibar

Atletico Madrid coach Diego Simeone called on his side to cut the gap into the Barcelona's eight-point lead over 'Los Rojiblancos' as they face Spanish champions' on Saturday in a crucial title clash.

Atletico Madrid coach Diego Simeone 'super optimistic' ahead of crucial Barcelona clash

Pope Francis said during an interview to a Spanish TV channel that Barcelona's star footballer Lionel Messi is great but "he is not God". Lionel Messi currently tops the European Top Scorer standings with 31 goals from 27 appearances ahead of Paris-Saint Germain's Kylian Mbappe.

Lionel Messi is 'not God', says Pope Francis

Real Madrid coach Zinedine Zidane's son Luca made his first appearance for the team in over 10 months after he was recalled to the side for Sunday's La Liga clash at home to Huesca, which Real won 3-2.

Zizou praises son after his Real Madrid first team debut

Barcelona forward Luis Suarez has been sidelined for up to 15 days after spraining his right ankle during Barca's La Liga win over Real Betis on Sunday. Barcelona's website has released a statement, which confirmed that Suarez has a sprained right ankle and will undertake his recovery with the FC Barcelona medical team.

Luis Suarez sidelined for 10-15 days with an ankle injury

After a topsy-turvy campaign and a "tragic" week which saw their hopes of any silverware disappear, Real Madrid were all smiles again at the Bernabeu after Zinedine Zidane's return as coach was celebrated with a 2-0 victory over Celta Vigo on Saturday.

Happiness is back for Real Madrid with Zinedine Zidane return, says Keylor Navas

Zinedine Zidane has offered a way back for Gareth Bale, Isco and Marcelo at Real Madrid as he prepares for his first game against Celta Vigo on Saturday since being re-appointed as coach.

Zidane keeps options open for outcasts at Real Madrid

Zinedine Zidane has "recharged his batteries" as he returned as Real Madrid head coach after Santiago Solari's sacking was finally confirmed on Monday. "I recharged my batteries and now I'm ready to lead, be the coach of Real Madrid and giving me the opportunity of being again with this great club," said Zidane during a press conference.

'Cristiano was one of the best in Real Madrid's history,' says Zinedine Zidane

Zinedine Zidane has made a sensational return as coach of Real Madrid after Santiago Solari's sacking was finally confirmed on Monday. Zidane has been given a contract until June 2022, just nine months after he resigned at the end of last season, having led Madrid to an historic third consecutive Champions League triumph.

Zinedine Zidane returns to Real Madrid

Zinedine Zidane: The prodigal son returns to Real Madrid for new challenges

Real Madrid's losing run is over but Santiago Solari offered no assurances over his future after a chaotic 4-1 victory over struggling Real Valladolid on Sunday.

Santiago Solari uncertain over Real Madrid future despite victory

Santiago Solari has said he remains fully committed to his job as Real Madrid coach despite speculation that Sunday's match against Real Valladolid could be his last.

Santiago Solari committed to Real Madrid but future in serious doubt

Lionel Messi created a goal and scored another as Barcelona came from behind to beat struggling Rayo Vallecano 3-1 at home on Saturday and stay seven points clear at the top of La Liga.

Lionel Messi shines as Barcelona beat Rayo Vallecano

Jose Mourinho accused Real Madrid of lacking fight and looking unhappy against Barcelona on Saturday, just as the pressure cranked up on coach Santiago Solari after a second successive Clasico defeat.

Unhappy Real Madrid were too soft against Barcelona: Jose Mourinho

Real Madrid coach Santiago Solari said on Friday (March 1) his side are back on their feet after losing to Barca in the King's Cup and ready to claim the three points in the upcoming Clasico.

Real Madrid back on their feet for El Clasico

Santiago Solari has insisted Gareth Bale is still a key player for Real Madrid, despite leaving him out of the team that started against Barcelona in Wednesday's 3-0 Copa del Rey semi-final defeat.

'Everyone knows what Bale can do': Santiago Solari

UEFA announced on Monday they have started disciplinary proceedings into improper conduct by Atletico Madrid coach Diego Simeone. The Argentinian celebrated his side's first goal in their 2-0 Champions League last 16 first win over Juventus on February 20 by grasping his genitals and thrusting out his groin.

Diego Simeone faces UEFA investigation after controversial celebration

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