Celta went into the international period with a 1-0 win over Las Palmas thanks to a Borja Iglesias goal and Claudio Giraldez's side are the third-best home side in La Liga with 10 points from 15 taken in Vigo.

With the La Liga title race looking much tighter than recent seasons, Real Madrid head to the Estadio de Balaídos on Saturday knowing that a win against mid-table Celta Vigo is vital in their pursuit of leaders Barcelona.

Before Real Madrid can look ahead to El Clásico, Carlo Ancelotti's side must first take care of business against Celta Vigo. Despite its 41-game unbeaten streak in La Liga, Real Madrid still trails Barcelona by three points atop the table.