This weekend is set to serve up a feast of footballing delights, with a menu that promises all the drama, passion, and unpredictability that fans live for. From high-stakes cup clashes to sizzling domestic derbies, we’ve got the inside scoop on the five fixtures that are simply unmissable. Buckle up, sports enthusiasts, because we're about to dive into the heart of the action.

After the sting of a Champions League quarter-final exit, Atletico Madrid is set to refocus on their La Liga ambitions, facing Alaves away this Sunday. Diego Simeone's squad, placed fourth, seeks to fortify their position for next season's Champions League berth, standing just four points clear of fifth-placed Athletic Bilbao. On the other hand, Alaves, positioned 14th, is striving to distance themselves further from the relegation fray.

La Liga once sat comfortably atop the European football pyramid, with its clubs frequently outperforming their continental counterparts in both the Champions League and Europa League. The Spanish league's dominance was such that an all-Spanish Champions League final became a familiar sight, and its clubs were regular fixtures in the latter stages of UEFA competitions. However, the landscape has shifted dramatically, a change underscored by this week's Champions League quarter-final second legs.

Barcelona will be looking to secure another victory in La Liga as they face Alaves on Saturday evening. Barcelona, currently in fourth place, are coming off a 1-0 win against Osasuna. Alaves, on the other hand, have been in strong form, winning four of their last five matches in all competitions, including their last three in La Liga.

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Barcelona is looking to bounce back from a devastating defeat to Villarreal as they face 12th-placed Osasuna in a home match. The defeat cost manager Xavi his future at the club, with Barcelona announcing his departure at the end of the season. Mental lapses and individual mistakes have plagued Barcelona this season, leading to their struggles.