Kylian Mbappe ’s first-half display and a great performance from Dani Ceballos paved the way for Real Madrid to move two points clear of Atletico Madrid — who lost 1-0 at Leganes — and seven ahead of Barcelona. And there was more good news as David Alaba returned, 399 days after his serious knee injury.

Kylian Mbappe has reacted after his brace inspired Real Madrid to an impressive comeback win against Las Palmas, catapulting them to the top of La Liga.

Defending champions Madrid surged to the top after neighbours Atletico Madrid suffered a shock loss at Leganes on Saturday while arch-rivals Barcelona drew at Getafe.

Barcelona visit Getafe for their first La Liga match in a month, aiming to regain ground in the title race following an impressive start to 2025.

Barcelona were held to a 1-1 draw at lowly Getafe on Saturday as Mauro Arambarri's strike cancelled out Jules Kounde's opener to extend the visitors' winless run in LaLiga to four matches.