Leo Franco and Casillas closed up on their city rival Abbondanzieri as both recorded clean sheets this weekend. Two other keepers kept their goals against column to zero, Aranzubia putting in a good performance as Athletic beat Depor, and Butelle shining on his debut this season for Valencia in place of the indisposed Cañizares. The match between Barcelona and Betis was postponed due to Barça's participation in the Club World Cup. (18.12.06)