FOOTBALLLa Liga 2026-27: the story after 7 matchdays
Published on October 1, 2026
La Liga is on hold for the international break, and the first verdict is clear: Barcelona are dominating the league. Behind them, Atlético Madrid made a statement by winning the derby, while Real Madrid have already suffered two defeats. Here is the full picture of La Liga 2026-27 after 7 matchdays.
The table after 7 matchdays
| Pos | Team | Played | Points | Goal difference |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | Barcelona | 7 | 21 | +24 |
| 2 | Atlético Madrid | 7 | 16 | +9 |
| 3 | Real Betis | 7 | 16 | – |
| 4 | Real Madrid | 7 | 15 | +10 |
| 5 | Sevilla | 7 | 13 | – |
At the bottom, Elche, Valencia and Málaga occupy the relegation places.
Barcelona: a perfect machine
Defending champions Barcelona, under Hansi Flick, look unstoppable. The Catalans have won all seven of their games, scoring 31 goals and conceding only 7. They already lead the chasing pack by five points. A show of strength that makes them clear title favourites.
Atlético win the derby
Diego Simeone's Atlético Madrid produced the big result of Matchday 7, beating Real Madrid 2-1 at the Metropolitano. The win lifted Los Colchoneros into second place.
Real Madrid already falling behind
Real Madrid, who started the season hoping to reclaim the title, have dropped to fourth place after losing the derby. With two defeats in seven games, they are already six points behind Barcelona. They do, however, remain the league's second-highest scorers, with 18 goals.
The pleasant surprises
Real Betis share second place with Atlético, while Sevilla complete the top five, a sign of genuine recovery after several inconsistent seasons. Alavés are also in the European places.
Top scorers
| Pos | Player | Club | Goals |
|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | Raphinha | Barcelona | 12 |
| 2 | Lamine Yamal | Barcelona | 7 |
| 2 | Kylian Mbappé | Real Madrid | 7 |
Brazil's Raphinha is enjoying an exceptional start to the season, with 12 goals in 7 games.
Aubameyang: Africa's star in Spain
Good news for Gabon fans: at 37, Pierre-Emerick Aubameyang is in great form for Deportivo La Coruña, with 5 goals in the first six matchdays. The striker, who stepped away from the Gabon national team in early September, is proving he still has plenty to offer.
What to expect after the break
Barcelona are the clear favourites, but the season is still long. The battle with Atlético and Real Madrid promises to be fascinating, and the season's first Clásico will be a turning point. Find our predictions for La Liga's biggest games in our Today's tips section when the league returns.
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