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LaLiga season kicks off with matches featuring Alavés and Sevilla

Yahoo Sports • 1 min read • Latest: Aug 15, 2026, 6:16 AM

Last updated Aug 15, 2026

LaLiga season kicks off with matches featuring Alavés and Sevilla

Summary

The 2026 LaLiga season begins today with Alavés facing Getafe and Sevilla playing Rayo. As excitement builds, Marca highlights preparations for Real Madrid's debut on August 22, featuring comments from Kylian Mbappé. Amid transfer speculation, Barcelona is focused on acquiring Rodri and Julián Álvarez. Meanwhile, Atlético Madrid has signed Cuti Romero to address defensive challenges. Villarreal is considering bringing back Yeremy Pino after his departure last summer.

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Status Watch

•LaLiga kicks off with Alavés vs. Getafe and Sevilla vs. Rayo.
•Real Madrid prepares for their season opener on August 22.
•Barcelona eyes acquisitions of Rodri and Julián Álvarez.
•Cuti Romero joins Atlético Madrid to bolster defense.
•Villarreal explores bringing back Yeremy Pino.

Latest Updates

6:16 AMYahoo Sports — 🗞️ Front pages: LaLiga kicks off, focus on Rodri, Julián and Mourinho

What they're saying

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Today, all football fans celebrate our birthday: today a new LALIGA season begins, and front pages like As reflect that.Alavés-Getafe and Sevilla-Rayo kick things off, but Marca is already focused on...
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