MADRID, Nov 22 (KUNA) -- Cristiano Ronaldo struck twice as Real Madrid extended their four-point lead at the top of the Spanish Liga standings with another sweeping 4-0 victory over 11th-placed Eibar on Saturday.
The Portuguese Ballon d'Or winner stretched his goal tally to 20 in only 12 games played, doubling that of his closest contender, Neymar of FC Barcelona, as James Rodriguez and Karim Benzema completed a stunning away victory.
Real now have 30 points, four points above their Madrid rivals Atletico who clinched a 3-1 victory over Malaga, while their closest rivals Barcelona are five points adrift. (end) hnd.sd