Real Madrid
Real Madrid clinched the title last season, outpacing Barcelona by 10 points. They also secured their 15th Champions League trophy by defeating Borussia Dortmund at Wembley. The squad boasts incredible depth and possesses one of the most formidable attacking lines globally. Mbappe’s addition to the team, alongside Rodrygo and Vinicius Junior, has solidified their offensive prowess. Jude Bellingham provides energy and skill across the pitch, and Antonio Rudiger ensures a robust defensive line. Consequently, Real Madrid stands as the favorite for future titles, with odds reflecting their dominant position.
Key Players:
- Mbappe
- Rodrygo
- Vinicius Junior
- Jude Bellingham
- Antonio Rudiger
Barcelona
While dethroning Real Madrid might be challenging, Barcelona commands a team with a blend of youthful talents and veteran experience. Lamine Yamal recently shone by guiding Spain to a European Championship. Lewandowski remains a key figure in attack, netting 19 goals in the 2023-24 season. A managerial change has seen Hansi Flick replace Xavi, marking a new era for the club. Dani Olmo’s acquisition from RB Leipzig adds to their arsenal, but injuries to key players such as Pedri, Gavi, Frenkie de Jong, and Ronald Araujo pose challenges. Barcelona has only managed to win one title in the past five years.
Key Players:
- Lamine Yamal
- Robert Lewandowski
- Dani Olmo
- Pedri (injured)
- Gavi (injured)
- Frenkie de Jong (injured)
- Ronald Araujo (injured)
Atletico Madrid
Atletico Madrid last won the La Liga title in the 2020-21 season. Although the arrival of Julian Alvarez from Manchester City strengthens the team, matching the performance of their city rivals remains a daunting task. Last season, Atletico finished fourth with a 24-4-10 record, trailing Real Madrid by 19 points. Key departures like Alvaro Morata and new signings such as Alexander Sorloth and Robin Le Normand will shape their campaign. Conor Gallagher from Chelsea is also set to join. The expectation is for Atletico to secure a top-four position, given their strong title odds.
Key Players:
- Julian Alvarez
- Alexander Sorloth
- Robin Le Normand
- Conor Gallagher (incoming)
Girona
Girona surprised many by finishing third last season, just four points behind Barcelona. However, maintaining their standing may prove difficult. Key players such as Aleix Garcia, Artem Dovbyk, Savio, and Yan Couto have left the club, signaling a significant transition. With a restructured squad, qualifying for Champions League football this season poses a considerable challenge.
Key Departures:
- Aleix Garcia
- Artem Dovbyk
- Savio
- Yan Couto
History of La Liga Titles
Real Madrid holds the record with 36 La Liga titles, followed by Barcelona with 27. In the past five years, Real Madrid has won the title three times. Given their current team and forward-looking strategy, overturning their dominance will be a significant undertaking for other teams in Spain’s top division.
Title Count:
- Real Madrid: 36 titles
- Barcelona: 27 titles
