La Liga standings update: Real Madrid on top, Barcelona close behind after eight matchdays
Real Madrid lead La Liga with 21 points after eight games, with Barcelona two points behind.
Real Madrid sit at the summit of La Liga after eight rounds, having amassed 21 points from seven wins and a single loss. Their unbeaten run, marred only by one defeat, keeps them firmly in the title race.
Barcelona remain in second place with 19 points, recorded from six victories, one draw and one loss. The Catalan side's consistency has seen them stay within striking distance of the league leaders.
Atlético Madrid occupy third spot with 17 points, derived from five wins, two draws and one loss. Their solid performance keeps them in contention for a Champions League berth.
Sevilla sit fourth on 11 points after eight matches, with three wins, two draws and three defeats. The Andalusian club is aiming to close the gap to the European places.
Mid‑table features include Deportivo Alavés with seven points from eight games, and CA Osasuna also on seven points after three matches. Sevilla FC, listed separately, has six points from three games, reflecting an early‑season snapshot.