La Liga standings: Real Madrid leads, Barcelona close behind

Real Madrid remain atop La Liga after eight matches, having amassed 21 points from seven wins and a single loss. Their unbeaten run of seven victories underscores their consistency and sets a high bar for rivals. Barcelona sit in second place with 19 points, recorded from six wins, one draw and one defeat. The Catalan side's only slip came early, but they have stayed within striking distance of the league leaders. Atlético Madrid hold third place with 17 points, their record of five wins, two draws and one loss reflecting a solid, if not dominant, campaign. Sevilla occupy fourth spot with 11 points, derived from three wins, two draws and three losses, indicating a mixed set of results. Below the top four, Deportivo Alavés, CA Osasuna and a second Sevilla side each have seven points, with Alavés and Osasuna both showing two wins, one draw and no losses in three games, while Sevilla FC’s three‑game record includes two wins and one loss. Earlier in the season, after three rounds, both Barcelona and Real Madrid were unbeaten, each holding nine points from three straight victories, highlighting the early parity at the summit. The contrast between the early perfect records and the current eight‑match table illustrates how a single loss can shift momentum in a tightly contested league. Looking ahead, Real Madrid will aim to extend their lead, while Barcelona seeks to close the gap, and the mid‑table clubs will look to capitalize on any slip‑ups from the leaders as the season progresses.