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February 9, 2010 Calderon: Ronaldo snubbed Barca for Real move Former Real Madrid president Ramon Calderon claims Cristiano Ronaldo rejected a move to Barcelona in order to join their bitter rivals.

Barca defender Abidal facing two-month absence Barcelona have confirmed that defender Eric Abidal is facing up to two months on the sidelines.

Real star Benzema a doubt ahead of Lyon return Real Madrid striker Karim Benzema will almost certainly miss out on a return to Lyon in the Champions League, after medical tests revealed he will be sidelined for at least a week.

February 8, 2010 Granero still confident of Real title success Real Madrid midfielder Esteban Granero feels both he and the team are improving all the time as they look to make up the ground on league-leaders Barcelona.

Kaka: I'm improving after recovering from injury Real Madrid playmaker Kaka believes he has shaken off a lingering groin injury and his form is improving after an unspectacular start to life in the Spanish capital.

Peyret: Ibra remains an enigma Didac Peyret assesses the recent form of Barcelona striker Zlatan Ibrahimovic.

Juve midfielder Tiago wants permanent Atleti move Juventus midfielder Tiago has revealed he would like to make his loan move to Atletico Madrid permanent.

Ibrahimovic unconcerned by drought Barcelona striker Zlatan Ibrahimovic insists he is not concerned by his recent barren spell in front of goal.

Madrid youngster Opare nearing first-team action Ghanaian right-back Daniel Opare says he has received assurances that he has a future at Real Madrid.

Ball: Good habits stand Barca in good stead Phil Ball watches Barcelona send out a clear message to the rest of the Primera Liga.

February 7, 2010 Racing Santander 1-1 Atlético Madrid

Real Zaragoza 2-1 Sevilla FC

Almeria 3-1 Sporting Gijon

Athletic Bilbao 3-2 Xerez