Real Madrid midfielder Toni Kroos admits a top four finish is the best they can aim for after defeat to Villarreal.
Pablo Fornals netted late on to earn the visitors a 1-0 win.
"We have to focus on qualifying for the Champions League next season," he admitted in an interview with BeIN Sports USA.
"We have to think about our current position.
"I think this should be our goal for the remainder of the season."