The full La Liga calendar does not resume until 12 January, but Real Madrid returns to action earlier, facing Valencia in a postponed fixture.
Despite not showing their best selves this season, Real Madrid has only lost two La Liga games, making them favorites against a struggling Valencia team.
Atletico Madrid, enjoying a remarkable run of form with wins in all 12 games since October, hopes that the winter break won't disrupt their momentum.
Barcelona's next La Liga game isn't until 18 January, as they focus on Copa del Rey and Spanish Super Cup matches before league action resumes.
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