Real Madrid 'not lucky' to draw Borussia Dortmund in semis, says assistant boss

Before concentrating on the Champions League though, Madrid face their last ever trip to San Mames to face Athletic Bilbao on Sunday. However, Karanka did not confirm or deny whether Iker Casillas will return in goal at the ground where he made his Real Madrid debut 14 years ago.

Real Madrid buoyed by Alvaro Morata's performance

As a result of Ramos red card, Morata was withdrawn after just 27 minutes as Mourinho looked to offer more defensive cover with the introduction of Raul Albiol but Karanka believes he did all that he could to show he is deserving of more opportunities in the first team.

Madrid media 'out to get Messi', says Barcelona's Xavi

The Spanish international also denied that senior Barca players had run the team in recent weeks as manager Tito Vilanova receives treatment for cancer of the salivary gland. Xavi instead said that the captains at the club had taken a more prominent role but were still under the guidance of assistant boss Jordi Roura and physical trainer Aureli Altimira.

Messi insulted Real Madrid assistant coach, says Callejon

Real Madrid forward Jose Callejon courted further controversy by saying that the racist chants Barcelona defender Dani Alves had to endure during Wednesday's game at Santiago Bernabeu Stadium were "uncontrollable."

Mourinho to boycott press conferences after ban

Real Madrid coach Jose Mourinho will boycott the club's press conferences until UEFA inform him why he has been banned for three matches, his assistant, Aitor Karanka, revealed on Friday.

Real slam UEFA over dismissing Barcelona complaint

Real Madrid's assistant coach Aitor Karanka said on Monday UEFA's decision to not take action against Barcelona over their behaviour in the Champions League semi final first leg clash will overshadow the decider at the Nou Camp on Tuesday.