Real Madird sit 8 points clear on the La Liga table after defeating Atletico Madird in the heated derby yesterday. Although the away side showed some promise with its early attack and high press, it soon conceded to a brilliant counter attack by the home side in the form of an inch-perfect Benzema volley.

There was one clear winner in the Madrid derby and it was Real Madrid. Goals from Karim Benzema and Marco Asensio sentenced the match. Luka Modric produced his best performance of the season, drawing a well deserved standing ovation from the Santiago Bernabeu. Thibaut Courtois proves once again that he is one of the best goalkeepers in the world.