Real Madrid, Barcelona Prepare for La Liga Matches

Real Madrid is gearing up for a crucial La Liga match against Espanyol, with Vinícius Júnior returning from suspension and David Alaba likely to make his first start since recovering from an ACL injury. Despite facing Espanyol, who are struggling in the league, Real Madrid aims to maintain their lead at the top of the standings. Meanwhile, Barcelona is set to clash with Alavés, where Robert Lewandowski aims to continue his scoring streak against the Basque side. Alavés winger Carlos Vicente expressed the excitement and challenge of facing Barcelona, emphasizing the importance of sticking to their game plan for a successful outcome. Both teams are looking to secure vital points as they navigate their domestic campaigns while preparing for upcoming Champions League matches. The matches are expected to draw significant attention as teams vie for positioning in La Liga.