Real Madrid eased to a 2-0 home victory over Girona on Sundaythanks to a blistering first-half volley by Luka Modric and a late Vinicius Jr strike as theysnapped a three-game winless run and moved up ...

Real Madrid responded to Atletico Madrid and Barcelona's victories on Saturday by beating Girona 2-0 in the Spanish capital.

They are level with Barca, who beat Las Palmas 2-0 away on Saturday, but trail on the head-to-head count. Atletico Madrid are third with 53 after winning 3-0 at Valencia on Saturday.

MADRID (AFP) – Luka Modric scored a brilliant goal from long range to help Real Madrid secure a 2-0 win against Girona on Sunday which took them back level with Barcelona at the top of La Liga.