La Liga 2026-27 Points Table Updated: Barcelona Stay Top as Real Madrid Drop to 4th
Stay updated with the La Liga 2026–27 points table as of September 23, 2026. FC Barcelona leads the pack with a perfect start, accumulating 21 points from seven matches. Atlético Madrid and Real Betis are chasing closely with 16 points each, while Real Madrid is in fourth with 15 points.
As of September 23, 2026, the La Liga 2026–27 season has seen FC Barcelona establish a commanding presence at the summit of the league table. With an impeccable record after Matchday 8, the Catalan giants are the only team to have won all their matches, signaling a strong intent for the championship title this season. The competition, however, remains fierce among the chasing pack and in the battles for European qualification and against relegation. Diego Maradona Cause of Death Trial: Argentina Legend May Have Died from Covid-19, Claims Expert Witness Pablo Ferrari.
The Title Race
FC Barcelona currently leads the La Liga standings with a perfect 21 points from seven games, showcasing an incredible goal-scoring prowess with 31 goals scored and only 7 conceded, resulting in an impressive goal difference of +24. Just behind them, Club Atlético de Madrid and Real Betis Balompié are locked in a battle for second place, both accumulating 16 points. Atlético edges out Betis on goal difference (+9 to +2). Real Madrid CF are not far behind, occupying fourth position with 15 points, setting the stage for an intense title fight as the season progresses.
European Aspirations
The race for European qualification spots is equally captivating. The top four teams – FC Barcelona, Atlético Madrid, Real Betis, and Real Madrid – currently hold the coveted UEFA Champions League berths. Sevilla FC are well-placed in fifth with 13 points, eyeing a Europa League spot. Deportivo Alavés sits in sixth with 11 points, a position that would secure a UEFA Conference League qualification. Further down, RC Deportivo La Coruña and Real Sociedad de Fútbol are tied on 10 points, making the battle for the final European places incredibly tight.
The Relegation Dogfight
At the other end of the table, the fight for survival is intense. Málaga CF finds themselves at the very bottom with just 3 points from seven matches. Valencia CF is only marginally better with 4 points, while Elche CF and Levante UD are precariously placed with 5 points each. These teams face an uphill battle to escape the relegation zone, with every match proving crucial in their quest to maintain their top-flight status. The margins are thin, with several teams just above the drop zone also looking over their shoulders. La Liga President Javier Tebas Slams Real Madrid’s ‘Conspiracy’ Narrative After Derby Loss to Atletico Madrid.
La Liga 2026–27 Points Table (As of September 23, 2026)
| Position | Team | Played | Won | Drawn | Lost | GF | GA | GD | Points |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | FC Barcelona | 7 | 7 | 0 | 0 | 31 | 7 | 24 | 21 |
| 2 | Club Atlético de Madrid | 7 | 5 | 1 | 1 | 16 | 7 | 9 | 16 |
| 3 | Real Betis Balompié | 7 | 5 | 1 | 1 | 9 | 7 | 2 | 16 |
| 4 | Real Madrid CF | 7 | 5 | 0 | 2 | 18 | 8 | 10 | 15 |
| 5 | Sevilla FC | 7 | 4 | 1 | 2 | 10 | 9 | 1 | 13 |
| 6 | Deportivo Alavés | 7 | 3 | 2 | 2 | 11 | 6 | 5 | 11 |
| 7 | RC Deportivo La Coruña | 7 | 2 | 4 | 1 | 10 | 8 | 2 | 10 |
| 8 | Real Sociedad de Fútbol | 7 | 3 | 1 | 3 | 9 | 13 | -4 | 10 |
| 9 | Villarreal CF | 7 | 2 | 2 | 3 | 13 | 12 | 1 | 8 |
| 10 | Athletic Club | 6 | 2 | 2 | 2 | 7 | 6 | 1 | 8 |
| 11 | Getafe CF | 7 | 2 | 2 | 3 | 4 | 7 | -3 | 8 |
| 12 | Rayo Vallecano de Madrid | 7 | 2 | 2 | 3 | 11 | 16 | -5 | 8 |
| 13 | CA Osasuna | 7 | 2 | 2 | 3 | 6 | 13 | -7 | 8 |
| 14 | RC Celta de Vigo | 7 | 1 | 4 | 2 | 8 | 6 | 2 | 7 |
| 15 | RCD Espanyol de Barcelona | 7 | 2 | 1 | 4 | 10 | 10 | 0 | 7 |
| 16 | Real Racing Club de Santander | 7 | 2 | 1 | 4 | 11 | 21 | -10 | 7 |
| 17 | Levante UD | 6 | 1 | 2 | 3 | 8 | 12 | -4 | 5 |
| 18 | Elche CF | 7 | 1 | 2 | 4 | 11 | 17 | -6 | 5 |
| 19 | Valencia CF | 7 | 1 | 1 | 5 | 4 | 13 | -9 | 4 |
| 20 | Málaga CF | 7 | 0 | 3 | 4 | 3 | 12 | -9 | 3 |
With several matchdays still ahead, the La Liga 2026–27 season promises more thrilling football as teams vie for glory, European berths, and crucial points to avoid the drop.
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