The penultimate phase of the Spanish La Liga season is upon us as the 35th round of the 2025/2026 campaign gets underway. With the title race and European spots still in the balance, every fixture carries significant weight for the teams involved. The action is set to unfold over four days, providing a packed weekend of top-flight football.
The round kicks off on Friday, May 8th, with a single match. Levante will host Osasuna at 22:00 Moscow time, setting the stage for the weekend's drama. This opening fixture gives both sides a chance to secure vital points as they look to improve their league standing.
Saturday, May 9th, is loaded with four compelling matches. The day begins at 15:00 with Elche taking on Alavés. Later, at 17:15, Sevilla faces Espanyol in a classic Andalusian-Catalan clash. The evening schedule features a 19:30 kickoff between Atlético Madrid and Celta, followed by a 22:00 match where Real Sociedad welcomes Betis to San Sebastián.
The main event of the round is undoubtedly scheduled for Sunday, May 10th. At 22:00 Moscow time, league leaders Barcelona will host second-placed Real Madrid in the latest edition of El Clásico. This match could have major implications for the title race, with Barcelona currently holding an 11-point advantage over their fierce rivals. Earlier that day, Mallorca plays Villarreal at 15:00, Athletic Bilbao meets Valencia at 17:15, and Oviedo takes on Getafe at 19:30.
The final match of the round will be played on Monday, May 11th. Rayo Vallecano is set to host Girona at 22:00, concluding the 35th round of fixtures.
As the season enters its final stretch, the standings highlight the dominance of Barcelona, who have amassed 88 points after 34 matches. Real Madrid sits in second place with 77 points. The battle for the remaining Champions League spots sees Villarreal in third with 68 points and Atlético Madrid in fourth with 63 points, making every remaining game crucial for their European ambitions.
Based on reporting from Чемпионат.com.
