As the 2025/2026 La Liga season kicks off, Spain’s premier football division will be abuzz with new changes. From managerial appointments, new signings and so much more, the coming campaign will be one you won't soon forget. Join us as we delve into the changes that make this season so exciting.

Real Madrid are set to enter a fresh era under their newly appointed coach, Xabi Alonso. The former club legend joins Madrid from Bayer Leverkusen after a successful period during which he helped them secure the Bundesliga title. Alonso’s managerial style is known for its commitment to pressing football, positional play and also youth integration, making him a welcome sight for fans. On top of this, the club has been bolstered with signings such as Dean Huijsen, Alvaro Carreras, and most significantly Liverpool’s Trent Alexander Arnold. These signings including others will help strengthen the team following complications such as Luka Modrić’s departure and injuries which have plagued key members of the squad such as Jude Bellingham. Real Madrid are seen as likely contenders for the league title this season, with influential individuals such as Kylian Mbappé expected to lead the charge. Will they succeed in dethroning the defending champions?

Barcelona will be looking to defend their 28th La Liga title after a closely contested victory in the 2024/2025 season. To aid in this goal Hansi Flick has added new players to the team roster including Roony Bardghji, goalkeeper Joan Garcia, and Marcus Rashford who arrives on loan from Manchester United. It will be interesting to see what impact they will have and how they will fit into Hansi Flick’s squad. Can The Catalan club dominate La Liga once more?

Atlético Madrid, displayed a focus on youth during this transfer window with signings such as Dean Huijsen, Joan Garcia, and Thiago Almada throwing young developing talent into the mix.

Other managerial transfers include Matias Almeyda joining Sevilla.

With so much change happening in La Liga, this will no doubt shape the outcome of the clashes to come. Let's look into which of these matches we are looking forward to most.

Perhaps one of the most influential showdowns in all of sports, El Clásico is scheduled for October 26th at the Santiago Bernabéu and will pit 2 of Spain’s best teams in a thrilling clash. Later in the season, we can also look forward to this monumental event’s second leg at the Camp Nou in May. The Madrid Derby also promises drama, with the first match scheduled for September 28th at the Metropolitano. Real will then be given a chance to repeat this encounter with a home advantage in March. Other influential rivalries include the Andalusian Derby between Sevilla and Betis which will take place in November and March, with Sevilla hosting the first game. These are only some of the matches to look out for in the coming season. With the unpredictable nature of football, any match could become influential in determining the outcome of the 2026 La Liga champion, making every match day special.

Whether it's the iconic venues, football legends, or intense matchups, the 2025/2026 La Liga season is one you won't want to miss. Purchase your tickets with TicketKosta through our secure online booking system and witness La Liga history in the making!