Atletico Madrid debuted six of its new signings but couldn’t avoid relinquishing a late lead and losing its opening Spanish league match for the first time under coach Diego Simeone

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

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.

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

In a recent report, Goal.com mentioned that Barcelona are in talks to recruit Atletico Madrid youngster Geronimo Spina this summer. It has been claimed that the Catalan club are eager to get a deal done for the Argentine talent this off-season.

Barcelona are turning to youthful reinforcements in defence following the exit of Inigo Martinez, marking a shift in Hansi Flick’s squad strategy.

La Liga returns on August 15 with Rayo Vallecano taking on Girona in Madrid for what should be a cracking season opener.Rayo are still brimming with confidence following their eighth-place finish

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.

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.