Real Madrid lead La Liga with 21 points as Barcelona close on 19
Real Madrid sit atop La Liga with 21 points after eight matches, while Barcelona trail closely with 19.
La Liga's table after eight rounds shows Real Madrid maintaining a clear lead, while Barcelona and Atlético Madrid close the gap.
Real Madrid have accumulated 21 points from seven wins and a single loss, remaining unbeaten in the league aside from the defeat, and sit at the summit of the table.
Barcelona sit second with 19 points, having recorded six victories, one draw and one loss, keeping the title race within reach.
Atlético Madrid occupy third place with 17 points, their record of five wins, two draws and one loss reflecting a strong campaign.
Sevilla hold fourth spot with 11 points from three wins, two draws and three defeats, indicating a mixed start to the season.
Further down the table, Deportivo Alavés, CA Osasuna and Sevilla FC each earned seven points from their opening three games, all boasting two wins and a draw.
Notably, both Barcelona and Real Madrid began the campaign with perfect three‑match records, each securing nine points before the season progressed.
The current standings set up a competitive race for the title, with Real Madrid needing to preserve their advantage and Barcelona aiming to close the two‑point deficit.
As the season moves forward, the battle for European qualification and the relegation zone will intensify, making the next set of fixtures crucial for all clubs.