Barcelona are two points clear at the top of the La Liga table after crushing Real Valladolid 5-1.
Lionel Messi scored twice and grabbed two assists to set up the win for the defending champions.
Meanwhile, Atletico Madrid have slipped to third following their 1-1 draw with Deportivo Alaves.
In Italy's Serie A, Inter Milan are back at the top of the standings after beating Brescia 2-1.
However, Juventus can reclaim the number one spot if they beat Genoa on Wednesday.
UAE launch Gulf Cup campaign with emphatic win
The UAE launched their Arabian Gulf Cup campaign in emphatic fashion, defeating Yemen 4-0 in their Group B opener at King Abdullah Sport City Stadium in Jeddah.
HotelPlanner tour: Emirati talent on show at Abu Dhabi Challenge
Emirati golfers Ahmad Skaik and Ahmed Al Musharekh will represent the region when the Abu Dhabi Challenge returns to Al Ain Equestrian, Shooting & Golf Club in the Al Ain Region next week.
Joshua and Fury to face off in Cardiff in December
The long-awaited showdown between British former heavyweight champions Anthony Joshua and Tyson Fury will take place in Cardiff on December 11, promoter Turki Alalshikh announced on social media on Thursday.
Dubai T100 Triathlon attracts over 2,000 athletes from 57 nationalities
More than 2,000 athletes from 57 nationalities have registered for the third edition of the Dubai T100 Triathlon Weekend, which will take place at Al Mamzar from November 13-15.
Philippines gymnast Yulo adds Asian Games gold to Olympic success
Philippines gymnast Carlos Yulo said winning the Asian Games floor exercise gold on Thursday felt like another Olympic triumph, elevated by redemption after he buried the disappointment of Jakarta 2018.
