La Liga standings: Real Madrid leads, Barcelona close behind

Real Madrid sit atop the La Liga table with 21 points from eight matches, recording seven wins and a single loss. Their consistency keeps them clear of the chase at the top of the table. Barcelona remain in second place with 19 points, having secured six victories, one draw and one defeat. The Catalan side are within two points of the leaders and will aim to close the gap in the coming weeks. Atlético Madrid occupy third place with 17 points, boasting five wins, two draws and one loss. Their solid form keeps them in contention for a European spot. Sevilla sit fourth with 11 points after eight games, their record of three wins, two draws and three losses reflecting a mixed campaign. Further down, Deportivo Alavés and CA Osasuna each have seven points from three matches, while early‑season snapshots show Atlético Madrid with seven points and Sevilla FC with six points after three games. The current standings suggest a tightly contested title race, with Real Madrid needing to maintain momentum and Barcelona pressing for wins to overtake, while Atlético Madrid looks poised to challenge for higher positions as the season progresses.