La Liga Points Table 2026–27 Updated: Barcelona Edge Real Madrid on Goal Difference After Three Wins Apiece
A detailed look at the La Liga 2026-27 Points Table as of September 2, 2026, after Matchday 3. FC Barcelona and Real Madrid lead the charge with perfect records, with Atlético Madrid, Deportivo Alavés, and CA Osasuna close behind. Explore the intense battles for Champions League, Europa League, Europa Conference League, and relegation places.
The 2026–27 La Liga season is already showcasing its trademark intensity, with the traditional powerhouses, FC Barcelona and Real Madrid CF, asserting their dominance from the outset. As of September 2, 2026, after the completion of Matchday 3, both giants sit atop the standings with a flawless nine points each. Barcelona, however, holds a slender lead on goal difference, having netted an impressive 12 goals while conceding just two, resulting in a goal difference of +10. Real Madrid, with 10 goals scored and two conceded, trails closely with a +8 goal difference. UEFA Champions League 2026-27: Check Full League Phase UCL Draw Results.
The Early Title Contenders
The nascent title race is not solely a two-horse affair. Club Atlético de Madrid, under Diego Simeone, are breathing down the necks of the top two, currently in third place with seven points from two wins and a draw. Their disciplined defensive record of only three goals conceded, combined with seven goals scored, places them firmly in contention. Interestingly, Deportivo Alavés and CA Osasuna have also started strong, matching Atlético's seven points, demonstrating the competitive depth of the league. Alavés, in particular, has impressed with a robust defense, conceding just one goal in three matches.
European Qualification Scramble
The fight for European berths is as tight as ever, even at this early juncture. Beyond the top three, Deportivo Alavés (4th), CA Osasuna (5th), and Sevilla FC (6th) are all well-positioned. Sevilla, with six points, currently occupies a Europa League spot, while Real Betis Balompié (7th), also on six points, holds the Conference League qualification position. The mid-table is incredibly congested, with teams like RC Deportivo La Coruña (5 points) and Levante UD (4 points) showing early promise and ready to challenge for higher positions as the season progresses.
Relegation Dogfight Commences
At the other end of the table, the battle to avoid the drop has already begun in earnest. Rayo Vallecano de Madrid, Elche CF, and Málaga CF find themselves rooted in the relegation zone, each managing just one point from their opening three fixtures. Alarmingly, RC Celta de Vigo and Valencia CF are also on one point, hovering just outside the bottom three due to superior goal difference. Villarreal CF, with two points, is precariously close to the drop zone. The coming matchdays will be crucial for these teams as they seek to find their footing and climb out of immediate danger. Jose Mourinho Condemns Alleged Bullying of Vinicius Jr During Real Madrid's Win at Espanyol in La Liga 2026-27.
La Liga 2026–27 Points Table (Updated: September 2, 2026)
| Position | Team | Played | Won | Drawn | Lost | GF | GA | GD | Points |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | FC Barcelona | 3 | 3 | 0 | 0 | 12 | 2 | 10 | 9 |
| 2 | Real Madrid CF | 3 | 3 | 0 | 0 | 10 | 2 | 8 | 9 |
| 3 | Club Atlético de Madrid | 3 | 2 | 1 | 0 | 7 | 3 | 4 | 7 |
| 4 | Deportivo Alavés | 3 | 2 | 1 | 0 | 5 | 1 | 4 | 7 |
| 5 | CA Osasuna | 3 | 2 | 1 | 0 | 3 | 1 | 2 | 7 |
| 6 | Sevilla FC | 3 | 2 | 0 | 1 | 6 | 5 | 1 | 6 |
| 7 | Real Betis Balompié | 3 | 2 | 0 | 1 | 4 | 5 | -1 | 6 |
| 8 | RC Deportivo La Coruña | 3 | 1 | 2 | 0 | 5 | 3 | 2 | 5 |
| 9 | Levante UD | 3 | 1 | 1 | 1 | 5 | 5 | 0 | 4 |
| 9 | Real Racing Club de Santander | 3 | 1 | 1 | 1 | 5 | 5 | 0 | 4 |
| 11 | RCD Espanyol de Barcelona | 3 | 1 | 0 | 2 | 5 | 4 | 1 | 3 |
| 12 | Athletic Club | 3 | 1 | 0 | 2 | 3 | 5 | -2 | 3 |
| 13 | Real Sociedad de Fútbol | 3 | 1 | 0 | 2 | 3 | 6 | -3 | 3 |
| 14 | Getafe CF | 3 | 1 | 0 | 2 | 1 | 4 | -3 | 3 |
| 15 | Villarreal CF | 3 | 0 | 2 | 1 | 4 | 5 | -1 | 2 |
| 16 | RC Celta de Vigo | 3 | 0 | 1 | 2 | 1 | 4 | -3 | 1 |
| 16 | Valencia CF | 3 | 0 | 1 | 2 | 1 | 4 | -3 | 1 |
| 18 | Rayo Vallecano de Madrid | 3 | 0 | 1 | 2 | 4 | 8 | -4 | 1 |
| 19 | Elche CF | 3 | 0 | 1 | 2 | 3 | 9 | -6 | 1 |
| 20 | Málaga CF | 3 | 0 | 1 | 2 | 1 | 7 | -6 | 1 |
As the La Liga 2026–27 season unfolds, the early standings promise a campaign filled with drama and intense competition at every level of the table. Fans can expect exhilarating action as teams vie for supremacy, European glory, and ultimately, survival in Spain's top flight.
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