The Spanish League 2025-2026 fixtures and standings are a fierce competition.

Who will reign supreme in La Liga this season? La Liga is at its peak, with teams of all levels competing fiercely in the eighth round to prove their mettle. Real Madrid is still in the lead, so will they be champions or will Barcelona regain their sporting prowess after the slump they suffered under their current coach? All this and more is in this report, as we provide you with the La Liga standings, team performances, and rankings, as well as analysis, lineups, match schedules, and broadcast channels.

La Liga standings after round 8: Real Madrid tops the table The Spanish League standings today, at the conclusion of the eighth round, were fair based on each team's performance. Real Madrid topped the table after consecutive wins in several matches, while Atletico Madrid came in second thanks to a strong defense and an effective and ferocious attack.

Barcelona stumbles in an unusual way to claim third place following their latest defeat. As for the teams below third, they are fighting hard to advance, with the competition fierce between Villarreal, Real Sociedad, and Real Betis.

Spanish League standings in points Here are the points scored by Spanish teams in the Spanish League during the following points:

Real Madrid is leading with 21 points. Atletico is in second place with 19 points. Barcelona drops to third place with 17 points. Villarreal takes fourth place with 14 points. Real Betis takes fifth place with 13 points. Real Sociedad is in sixth place with 12 points. As for the seventh team, Sevilla has 11 points. Eighth for Espanyol with 11 points. Barcelona's performance in the league and the impact of its recent loss on the competition Today's La Liga standings: Barcelona's loss in the eighth-round match made matters worse, as it was an unexpected defeat for a team with average training. Sports analysts attributed the loss to unexpected defensive errors, which led to the loss of important points, putting even more pressure on the team to return to the competitive scene.

The most prominent positions of the major teams in the table: Villarreal, Real Betis, Atletico Madrid Villarreal are picking up points to sit at the top of the table, but their inconsistent form and recent defeats could put them at risk of slipping down the table. Real Betis are securing points at home, but need to improve their defense to continue their upward trajectory. Atletico Madrid fought back to claim second place and continue to chase Real Madrid for the top spot.

The impact of the title race on the rivalry between Real Madrid and Barcelona Real Madrid firmly secured the top spot, and despite Barcelona's strength, their recent defeat has widened the gap between them and Real Madrid, making the competition for the top spot even more difficult and fierce for Barcelona. Now, Barcelona is trying to overcome both Atletico and then compete with Real Madrid. Barcelona must improve their defense, which has made unexpected mistakes that have left Barcelona in third place despite the team's strength.

Analysis of recent match results and the most prominent victories and losses Real Madrid's last match of the 2025 La Liga season was away from home, but they managed to secure a resounding victory that secured their place at the top of the table. Barcelona, despite dominating possession, was defeated and dropped to third place. Atletico is still working on winning and collecting points.

Villarreal and Betis both drew, with the latest results revealing the strength of the encounter in this round.

Rising Teams and Surprises in the Spanish League Standings Real Zaragoza returns to the top flight after a long absence, achieving success that has lifted them into the top half of the table. Espanyol is promoted from the second division to La Liga, achieving remarkable success thanks to the team's excellent defense. Eibar, despite fluctuating results, is trying to achieve even a small progress that will enable it to continue.

The most influential lineup and strikers in the league so far Brazilian star Vinicius Junior has formed a terrifying attacking duo for any team with new signing Kylian Mbappé , partnered with midfielder Jude Bellingham.

Lamine Yamal remains Barcelona's shining star, alongside Polish Robert Lewandowski and Fermin Lopez, who has made a significant impact in recent matches.

Isco shone at Real Betis with his attacking and speed, while Gerard Moreno was Villarreal's star despite missing some matches due to injuries.

Predictions of the teams' competition until the end of the season and each team's chances of winning the title So far, Real Madrid leads the league, with Atletico Madrid chasing them in second place. But can teams like Villarreal and Real Sociedad leapfrog them into higher positions? It's possible, especially given the intense competition among the rising teams. The top three are still in a tight race for the title.

La Liga 2025-2026 schedule and broadcast channels The 2025-2026 Spanish League will be broadcast on beIN Sports channels. Here is the match schedule in the following points:

Real Osasuna vs Getafe on Friday, October 17, 2025. Barcelona vs Girona Saturday 18 October 2025. Villarreal vs Real Betis Saturday 18 October 2025. Sunday, October 19, 2025 Elche vs Athletic Bilbao. Celta Vigo vs Sociedad Sunday 19 October 2025, Levante vs Rayo on the same day. Monday, October 20, 2025 Alaves vs. Valencia. Comparing the Spanish League ranking with other European leagues The 2025 Spanish League is characterized by a small gap between teams in different positions. If anything, this indicates a similarity in levels between the teams. This year's Spanish League was characterized by enthusiasm and excitement at every moment of the matches, whether between the top teams or the emerging teams.

By the end of the eighth round, Real Madrid had proven their rightful place at the top of the table, thanks to their strong attack and well-balanced defense. Meanwhile, Atlético and Barcelona are still locked in a battle for a remarkable La Liga season. Follow us for weekly updates on the La Liga standings and match results.