The Competition judge's decision to use La Liga's proposed date ignores the preferences of both Barcelona and Osasuna. The clubs sought a date that would minimize disruptions caused by international call-ups for their players.

On matchweek 28, Kylian Mbappe's brace led Real Madrid to a gutsy comeback win over Villareal to keep the pace at the top. But the most significant result came a day later, as Barcelona came back from a two goal deficit to defeat title rivals Atlético Madrid.

Atletico Madrid welcome Barcelona to the Metropolitano for a huge clash in La Liga. Both sides are directly behind Real Madrid in the standings. Barca sit second, three points behind Los Blancos with two games in hand and Atleti are a point further back in third.