Casillas: Real focused on Atletico

Real Madrid goalkeeper Iker Casillas believes the team are ready for their La Liga derby against Atletico Madrid.

After title rivals Barcelona romped to a 4-0 victory over Getafe on Tuesday, the pressure is on Real Madrid to beat Atletico Madrid later tonight [Wednesday], so as to extend the gap between the two sides on the La Liga table.

Casillas has revealed that the team have studied their upcoming opposition closely, and they know exactly what to expect when they make the short trip to the Vicente Calderon.

"We obviously study our opponents. We watch and analyse games every day. We know Falcao is an extraordinary player, but he is surrounded by other great footballers." he said to the club's official website.

"We cannot forget about Diego or Adrian. Falcao may be their standout man, but we're also aware of the supporting players he's got, who are all capable of pulling rank."

Despite acknowledging the talent in Atletico's roster, the custodian is confident Los Blancos will silence the home support with a good defensive performance.

"We rarely give our rivals a chance to score in away games. We're defending as a true team and manage to keep clean sheets thanks to the job we all do." Casillas said.

Real have watched Barcelona slowly edge up on them in a crucial stage in the season, and Casillas has hinted that the title could be decided during the upcoming fixture between the two sides.

"There are many games left in the season and some will be very difficult, both for us and Barcelona as well." he stated.

"There is a long way still and a match between the leaders and the runners-up has yet to take place."