Real Madrid were held to a 0-0 draw by Athletic Club at the Santiago Bernabeu on Sunday, which means Barcelona will be the outright La Liga leaders on Christmas Day.
It was a frustrating night for Los Blancos in the Spanish capital, as they rattled the woodwork on three occasions in pursuit of a breakthrough. However, the Basque outfit dug in, and their diligence means Barcelona are two points clear at the summit.
Earlier in the day, Atletico Madrid were 2-1 winners at Real Betis, while Real Sociedad won a thriller vs. Osasuna 4-3, with on-loan Real Madrid man Martin Odegaard starring for the San Sebastian side.