Barcelona, Real Madrid and Atlético Madrid find themselves in the closest La Liga title race in years with nine matches left in the season.

Atletico Madrid has a storied history of resilience, often rising to the occasion when the stakes are highest. Traditionally recognized for their strong defense and tactical prowess, the team now appears to have lost its characteristic fight.

LaLiga returns with Atleti, Barça and Madrid all after the title. ESPN's Alex Kirkland, Sam Marsden, Sid Lowe, Graham Hunter answer the key questions.