"I've never thought that we've got the league and I'm still not thinking that it's in our hands," said Capello, after Madrid's 2-2 draw at Real Zaragoza left them as the clear favourites for the Spanish title.

Both Real and bitter rivals Barcelona have 73 points but Madrid have the advantage due to a better head-to-head record in their two league encounters this season.

However, Real had their supporters constantly biting their fingernails and had to come from behind twice before salvaging a point with a Ruud Van Nistelrooy goal a minute from the whistle.

"This was a unique game. In the first half we were very untidy but improved after the break," added the Italian coach.

"In the second half we were looking to get back into the game and you saw how strong was our will to win, the heart and spirit of the team. A draw was fair."

Capello's unwillingness to take the title for granted even at this stage was also reflected by his players.

"The squad is still cautious because there is one game to go and we have to continue working hard. We've got to keep our mind on the job," said Real goalkeeper Iker Casillas.

"Some people say that we've been lucky this season but they haven't seen the work that has been done behind the scenes," added Spain's number one man with the gloves.

"I'm confident that we'll win the league because we are going to fight so hard for it in the remaining game," commented fellow Spanish international Sergio Ramos.

If Real's players are continuing to take nothing for granted, the same cannot be said for their supporters in the Spanish capital on Saturday.

Hundreds made their way to the Cibeles fountain, the traditional gathering place for Real celebrations after winning a trophy, for what could be a rehearsal for the festivities next week when as many as a million people could take to the streets.