Manchester United lost 4-1 away to Como on Wednesday, extending their winless run to seven matches amid reported tensions involving Michael Carrick and Matheus Cunha.
Viking FK captain Zlatko Tripić said he and his family received troubling messages after he admitted provoking Michael Olise into a red card on 13 October.
Juan Martínez Munuera has entered the running to referee Sunday's Clásico between Real Madrid and Barcelona, with the appointment due at midday on Saturday.
Harry Kane said on Wednesday he was trying not to think about the 2026 Ballon d'Or winner before the award is revealed on Monday evening.
Atletico Madrid drew away to Stuttgart in the Champions League as Julian Alvarez equalised, and Diego Simeone said the red card was fair.
Michael Carrick criticised Manchester United's effort after a 4-1 defeat to Como and said he takes full responsibility for the team's performance.
Real Madrid face Leipzig at the Santiago Bernabeu in the Champions League on Wednesday, with the match coming days before the Clasico against Barcelona.
Arsenal drew 2-2 with Bayern Munich in the UEFA Champions League, with Bukayo Saka forced off injured after 10 minutes.
