In every La Liga season but one since 2012-13, the top three spots have been claimed by Atletico Madrid, Real Madrid and Barcelona, in one order or another.

Atletico Madrid suffers first opening defeat under Simeone, while Espanyol and Athletic Bilbao secure victories in La Liga.

Will Hansi Flick continue to build at champions Barca? Can Xabi Alonso find a new winning formula at the Bernabeu?

Denials have surfaced in the Spanish media early this week, regarding Barcelona’s alleged deal for an up-and-coming member of the defensive ranks at La Liga rivals Atlético Madrid.That’s

Defending champion Barcelona wants to keep its momentum and show it will be the team to beat again in Spain. Real Madrid is aiming to reset after a lackluster last season and with the arrival of coach Xabi Alonso. Atletico Madrid hopes a revamped squad will help keep pace with its rivals.

What a way to return to La Liga! The big news on Sunday was undoubtedly Atlético de Madrid’s defeat on their visit to Barcelona to face Espanyol.

As was reported last week, Barcelona have been keeping tabs on Argentine centre-back Geronimo Spina, who plays for Atletico Madrid’s reserve team.In fact, it was suggested that the Blaugrana were

Barcelona has kicked off its La Liga title defense with a 3-0 victory against nine-man Mallorca MADRID -- Barcelona began the defense of its La Liga title with a comfortable 3-0 win at Mallorca, scoring early and taking advantage of two first-half red cards for the host on Saturday.

Barcelona must stave off competition from Real Madrid and Atletico Madrid to retain their La Liga crown. The Catalans dominated the Spanish top flight last term to claim the title, mullering Los Blancos across two legs while leaving Los Colchoneros in their wake.