Barcelona will open the 2026-27 LaLiga season at home to Athletic Club, while Real Madrid begin at the Bernabéu against Real Sociedad. The campaign is scheduled to start on the weekend of Aug. 15, with Atlético Madrid hosting newly promoted Málaga in their first match.
The early fixture list gives Barcelona an immediate test as reigning champions, followed by a trip to Elche and a home match against Rayo Vallecano. Hansi Flick’s side are then listed for consecutive away games against Valencia and Levante as they pursue a third straight Spanish league title.
Real Madrid’s opening stretch also carries pressure, with José Mourinho’s second spell including an early visit to Espanyol, a home game against Málaga, a trip to Real Betis and a match against Rayo Vallecano. The first league derby against Atlético Madrid is scheduled for Sept. 20, with the return meeting set for April 4.
The first Clásico is planned for the weekend commencing Oct. 25 at Camp Nou, while the return match at the Bernabéu is listed for May 9. That late-season date could become a major point in the title race, though all fixtures should still be treated as subject to possible scheduling changes.
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