Cristiano Ronaldo’s double sinks Levante

“They were more tired by then but at the same time we were strong defensively and that should be recognised.” New coach Luis Enrique has strengthened the defence and Barca are still to concede a goal after eight league games.

Meanwhile, Ronaldo slotted home a penalty for Real after 13 minutes following a foul by Juanfran on Javier Hernandez and the Mexican striker headed in from close range before halftime. After the break Ronaldo completed his brace with a run down the left wing and a clinical finish and he now has 15 goals from the first eight league games.

Tiago sets up win

A first half Tiago header set up Atletico Madrid’s 2-0 victory over Espanyol as they seek to get back on track following a stuttering start to the La Liga season.

The Portuguese leapt well and steered a cross from Gabi into the top corner before the break and mid-way through the second half substitute Mario Suarez knocked the ball home from close range. Antoine Griezmann could have given them a more resounding win five minutes from the end but his shot with the keeper Kiko Casilla beaten came back off the outside of the post. Atletico moved up to fourth in the table with 17 points from eight games while Espanyol, who struggled against the home side’s physical play, were down at 11th on nine points.