Real Madrid fans were furious about the loss, which could have consequences at the end of the season, especially considering that the competition with Barcelona is not easy. Álvaro Arbeloa, Real Madrid coach, said: "We lacked strength, ferocity, and speed in the attack." Real Madrid's point total froze at 60, placing them in second place, one point behind leaders Barcelona. Meanwhile, a Real Madrid midfielder said: "There is a lot of room for improvement and a long road ahead, which begins on Wednesday in the Champions League against Benfica." Osasuna scored a goal in stoppage time to stun Real Madrid 2-1 and hand Barcelona, who beat Levante 3-0, a return to the top of the Spanish La Liga after being absent for just one week.
