Real Madrid may soon find themselves at odds with La Liga due to a brewing issue surrounding their congested fixture schedule. The Spanish giants are heading into their first La Liga match of the

Victory over Barcelona in Sunday’s Clasico moved Xabi Alonso’s side five points clear of their big rivals. It was an especially crucial win for Alonso and his staff because of the criticism that followed September’s 5-2 defeat by Atletico Madrid in La Liga.

Real Madrid winger Vinicius Jr apologises to supporters for his reaction to being substituted in Sunday's fiery El Clasico win against Barcelona.

Real Madrid hosts Villarreal at the Santiago Bernabéu Stadium on Saturday, Oct. 4. Kickoff is set for 9 p.m. CET local time, making it a 3 p.m. ET or 12 p.m. PT start in the US, a 8 p.m. BST start in the UK and a 6. a.m. AEDT kickoff in Australia.

The day after the first clasico of the season saw Real Madrid celebrating the end of its losing streak against Barcelona, and hailing the return to form of Jude Bellingham.

Jude Bellingham scored and assisted for the first time in La Liga this season as Real Madrid overcame Barcelona in a breathless and fiery Clasico at the Bernabeu.

Real Madrid clash with Barcelona in a Matchday 10 showdown of the 2025/26 La Liga season. Here’s everything you need to know, including kickoff details and how to watch the action live on TV and streaming platforms.

Real Madrid star Kylian Mbappé will imminently be named La Liga’s Player of the Month for September.That’s according to the reliable ‘Fut Sheriff’ on ‘X’, who has on Tuesday confirmed