Madrid: Real Madrid recovered from an awful start to move four points clear at the top of La Liga with a 4-1 win over Real Sociedad on Saturday. With World Player of the Year Cristiano Ronaldo missing through suspension, Madrid were stunned in the first minute when Aritz Elustondo headed the visitors into a shock lead, but they were level almost instantly when James Rodriguez nodded home.

Sergio Ramos handed the hosts a deserved 2-1 lead at half-time before Karim Benzema scored twice after the break. Second-placed Barcelona aren't in action until Sunday when they host Villarreal, while champions Atletico Madrid take on Eibar later on Saturday.