The 2024/2025 LaLiga EA Sports season is delivering an unprecedented spectacle. With a narrow margin between the top teams and constant battles across all positions in the standings, the Spanish league is proving to be one of the most balanced in recent years. With ten matchdays remaining, the point difference between the leader (Barcelona) and the second-placed team (Real Madrid) is just three points, and the competition remains fierce both at the top and in the relegation battle.
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Battle at the top of LaLiga
At the start of the season, all predictions pointed to Real Madrid as the heavy favorite to be crowned champion. The arrival of Kylian Mbappé, combined with the club’s dominance both nationally and internationally last season, suggested that it would be very difficult for anyone to challenge them for the title. However, as we approach the final stretch of LaLiga, Barcelona remains in the lead with a three-point advantage over Real Madrid. And worst of all for Los Blancos is that, at least so far, the best team statistically is Barça.
Everything indicates that the balance will remain until at least May 11, when Barcelona and Real Madrid will face off at Montjuïc in a match that could tip the scales. Even more so if the Blaugrana club claims victory, as they would win the head-to-head and hold a six-point lead if both teams arrive with the current difference.
Meanwhile, Atlético de Madrid seems to have fallen out of the race after a difficult month for Diego Simeone’s side. They are still nine points behind, a difficult gap to close. However, considering that they are eliminated from the Champions League, they will be able to focus more of their efforts on their league matches.
Relegation battle on a knife’s edge
At the bottom of the table, this season has been a spectacle. Espanyol, Valencia, Alavés, Las Palmas, and Leganés are all fighting to avoid relegation, with two spots still undecided. Valladolid is already doomed, trailing by eleven points from safety, a gap that seems impossible to recover. However, the rest of the teams are within a six-point margin, making the battle intense and nerve-wracking for the fans of these clubs.
Valencia appears to be the most in-form team among them, showing strong momentum since the arrival of coach Carlos Corberán. Espanyol is also in great shape, collecting many points at home and leaving positive impressions for the remainder of the season. Alavés and Leganés have dropped in performance and are now fully involved in the relegation fight, despite appearing to be in better positions just a few matchdays ago. Las Palmas, on the other hand, seems the most likely to go down, as they haven’t won in LaLiga since December, and their trajectory is overwhelmingly negative.
The decisive factor will be the direct clashes between these teams, which will carry double value, as they not only add points to the winners but also deny them to their closest rivals. This will determine which teams join Real Valladolid in LaLiga Hypermotion next season.
The fifth Champions League spot as extra motivation
The strong performances of Spanish teams have practically secured a Champions League spot for the team finishing fifth in LaLiga this season. Villarreal and Betis are the two most likely contenders to fight until the end for this coveted fifth position, which grants access to the world’s most prestigious club competition next season. Currently, they are tied on points, but Villarreal has a game in hand and seems to have a deeper squad.
Also, keep an eye on Athletic Club, which is still in the mix. The Basque side is currently in fourth place, but only six points ahead of Villarreal and Betis. Furthermore, Athletic is still alive in the Europa League, with the added motivation that the final will be played in their stadium. This could lead them to prioritize that tournament over LaLiga, potentially affecting their league form.
The 2024/2025 LaLiga season is proving to be one of the most thrilling and competitive in recent years. With an intense title race between Barcelona and Real Madrid, an open battle for survival, and a coveted fifth place offering access to the Champions League, every matchday has turned into an unpredictable spectacle. The final stretch promises high emotions, where every point could mean the difference between glory and disappointment.
