Mourinho’s Real Madrid playing catch-up in Clasico countdown

As La Liga action resumes following an extended international break, Jose Mourinho's Real Madrid find themselves trailing league leaders Barcelona by six points. Spanish football has officially begun its countdown to the upcoming Clasico fixture.

It has not been plain sailing for the Portuguese manager since his return to the helm of the club, leaving Real Madrid in a position of playing catch-up as the domestic season progresses.