La Liga standings: Real Madrid leads, Barcelona close behind after eight games

Real Madrid remain atop La Liga after eight fixtures, having amassed 21 points from seven wins and one loss.
Barcelona sit second with 19 points, recording six wins, one draw and one defeat across the same eight-game span.
Atletico Madrid hold third place with 17 points, their record of five wins, two draws and one loss keeping them within four points of the leaders.
Sevilla occupy fourth with 11 points after eight games, their three wins, two draws and three losses reflecting a mixed start.
Deportivo Alavés, Osasuna and Sevilla FC are also featured in the early‑season snapshot after three matches, each with two wins and one draw for Alavés and Osasuna, while Sevilla FC have two wins and one loss.
The early‑season three‑match table shows both Barcelona and Real Madrid on perfect 9‑point starts, underscoring the consistency of the two giants before the season progressed.
With the gap between Real Madrid and Barcelona narrowed to just two points, the title race appears set for a competitive second half, while Atletico Madrid and Sevilla will look to close the distance.