Atletico pose a threat to Barca

Hansi Flick's Barcelona started the season in superb form but Atletico Madrid have wrestled their way into the title race and the two sides meet today bidding to lead La Liga at Christmas.

- 

Both have 38 points and although Barcelona have played one extra match they lead the table on goal difference, with champions Real Madrid third, a point behind and still firmly in the fight thanks to the Catalans' recent slump.

Diego Simeone's Atletico have won 11 consecutive matches across all competitions and need to add one more victory at the Olympic Stadium to claim top spot.

The Rojiblancos made several summer signings, including Alexander Sorloth and Julian Alvarez in attack, and their deep squad started off as a problem but is becoming a positive.