Barcelona, Atlético Madrid and Real Madrid are this year's La Liga protagonists, but not only that, all three are still alive in the Copa del Rey semifinals and the Champions League round of 16. Unquestionably, three of the best teams in Europe this season.

Barca has been the best team in Spain this season, and has now taken a deserved lead in a three-horse La Liga title race.

The Premier League title race appears destined to underwhelm as Liverpool saunter to the crown but there is currently an intriguing three-horse race developing in La Liga. Barcelona, Real Madrid and Atletico Madrid are the trio that contest top spot each year and all three harbour genuine hopes of domestic glory this season in a battle of fine margins.