But it was enough to retain its lead after Real Madrid and Atletico Madrid couldn’t manage more than 0-0 in the derby at Santiago Bernabeu Stadium. Real Madrid hasn’t won in two consecutive games, being unable to take advantage of Barcelona’s struggles. Real Madrid and Barcelona are tied on points, one more than Sevilla, and two more than Atletico, which extended its unbeaten streak in league matches at the Bernabeu to six. “I’m not satisfied with the result because we deserved the victory,” Real Madrid coach Julen Lopetegui said. Sergio Busquets also was rested ahead of Barcelona’s Champions League match at Tottenham on Wednesday.

Source: National Post September 29, 2018 21:13 UTC