Real Madrid No2 Aitor Karanka says they'll go for the three points at Barcelona.

Jose Mourinho again skipped today's press conference and handed media duties to assistant Aitor Karanka.

And the former Madrid defender tried to downplay the importance of tonight's clash.

"I believe the three points at stake are important because there are fewer games left in the competition," he said. "But whatever the score, four games will remain and we'll continue to work as naturally as we've been doing so far.

"Win, draw or lose, this team is doing a very good job this year and we will keep it up. Tomorrow's match is as important as all the rest that remain.

"Barcelona are our most immediate opponent and taking points against them is important, but there are five games left in the championship and we will continue fighting to the end.

"The match has every ingredient to be appealing. Two great squads will come face to face and there will be an amazing atmosphere at the stadium.

"I hope everything unfolds normally and that people are satisfied with these ingredients."