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Barcelona eye top spot as Elche continue surprise La Liga run

Only Two Left: Who Remains Unbeaten in La Liga After Real Madrid’s Derby Loss?

Real Madrid's perfect start to the La Liga season came to crashing halt on Saturday as they suffered heavy 5 - 2 defeat to rivals Atletico Madrid in the Madrid derby.

Derby disaster for Real

Los Blancos, led by coach Xabi Alonso had won their opening 6 match to sit comfortably on top of the standings.

But rampant Atletico ended that streak at the Metropolitano handing Madrid their 1st league loss of the campaign.

Barcelona in pursuit

Barcelona now have golden chance to overtake their rivals. The Catalans sit second with 16 point from 6 game and remain unbeaten under German boss Hansi Flick.

Victory over Real Sociedad on Sunday could see them leapfrog Madrid into first place.

Elche the surprise package

Newly promoted Elche continue to impress emerging as 1 of the early season surprises.

With 2 win and 4 draw from their opening 6 fixtures, they occupy seventh place on 10 point.

A win against Celta Vigo on Sunday could push them into the top 4 underlining their remarkable start.