Real Madrid CF: Standings and Recent Results in La Liga
Madrid, 15 January 2026 – Real Madrid CF sits in second place in La Liga with 45 points from 19 matches, trailing Barcelona by six points. The team recently suffered a 3-2 defeat to Barcelona in the Supercopa de España final but bounced back with a convincing 5-1 victory over Real Betis. Under new coach Álvaro Arbeloa, appointed after Xabi Alonso’s departure, the squad aims to regain momentum in the league and cup competitions.
Recent Matches
Real Madrid’s form in recent weeks has been mixed. They lost the Supercopa final to Barcelona on 11 January 2026, with goals from Barcelona’s players. However, they secured a strong 5-1 win against Real Betis on 4 January 2026 in La Liga. Earlier in December 2025, they drew 1-1 with Girona and beat Athletic Club 3-0. In the UEFA Champions League, they faced Manchester City and Olympiacos, with results including a 1-2 loss to City and a 4-3 win over Olympiacos. The team also progressed in the Copa del Rey, defeating Albacete Balompié 3-2 in a dramatic match on 14 January 2026.
La Liga Standings
| Position | Team | Played | Won | Drawn | Lost | Goal Difference | Points |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | Barcelona | 19 | 16 | 1 | 2 | +33 | 49 |
| 2 | Real Madrid | 19 | 14 | 3 | 2 | +24 | 45 |
| 3 | Villarreal | 18 | 13 | 2 | 3 | +20 | 41 |
| 4 | Atlético Madrid | 19 | 11 | 5 | 3 | +17 | 38 |
| 5 | Espanyol | 19 | 10 | 4 | 5 | +3 | 34 |
Frequently Asked Questions
Who is Real Madrid’s current coach?
Álvaro Arbeloa took over as head coach on 13 January 2026, following Xabi Alonso’s dismissal after the Supercopa final loss.
What are Real Madrid’s key players this season?
Star players include Kylian Mbappé (top scorer with 29 goals), Jude Bellingham, Vinícius Júnior, and Rodrygo. Goalkeepers Thibaut Courtois and Andriy Lunin share duties.
How has Real Madrid performed in the Champions League?
They advanced from the group stage, defeating teams like Olympiacos 4-3 and drawing with Juventus 1-0, but lost 1-2 to Manchester City in a recent match.