Factbox – Real v Barca – the ‘Clasico’ in numbers The numbers behind Saturday's La Liga "Clasico" between Real Madrid and Barcelona at the Bernabeu. Messi return to reunite ‘MNS’ for the ‘Clasico’ Lionel Messi's return from injury looks to be coming at exactly the right time for Barcelona. PREVIEW – Tensions running high for La Liga ‘Clasico’ Tensions will be running higher than ever when Real Madrid host bitter rivals Barcelona for the opening La Liga 'Clasico' of the season. Stiff security measures in place for ‘El Clasico’ Security measures will be increased significantly for 'El Clasico' between Real Madrid and Barcelona on Saturday in the aftermath of the Paris attacks. Messi looking sharp but still a Clasico doubt, says Suarez Barcelona striker Lionel Messi, despite looking sharp at practice, is still unlikely to play in the El Classico on Saturday against Real Madrid. No reason to call off Clasico, Spain official says There is no reason for Saturday's La Liga 'Clasico' between Real Madrid and Barcelona to be postponed following Friday's attacks in Paris, says official. Messi back in training five days before ‘Clasico’ Barcelona forward Lionel Messi was back in training, 5 days before the La Liga leaders play at 2nd-placed Real Madrid in the first 'Clasico' of the season. Klopp wants Anfield fans to stand together, not walk alone Klopp wants Anfield fans to stand together, and not walk alone. Neymar’s Nou Camp magic brings back memories of Ronaldinho With sublime control, a back heel flick, a pirouette and a sweet volleyed finish, Neymar fashioned a glorious goal at the Nou Camp on Sunday. FC Barcelona vs Villarreal CF : Talking points from the game Here are the talking points from the Spanish League game between Barcelona and Villarreal. Neymar hits double as Barca sink Villarreal A delightful flick and volley from Neymar allowed him to complete a double as Barcelona beat Villarreal Barca’s Neymar and Suarez shining in Messi absence The link-up play and understanding that Barcelona strike duo Neymar and Suarez have developed in the absence of Lionel Messi.
