LaLiga Delays Start of Season for Real Madrid and Barcelona
LaLiga has made changes to its schedule, delaying the start of the season for several teams, including Real Madrid and Barcelona. Real Madrid, under the management of Jose Mourinho in his second spell, will play their first match against Espanyol on August 22.
The match was originally scheduled for August 26 but has been moved to accommodate the tournament schedule involving several players participating in the World Cup semifinals. Barcelona will begin their season against Elche on August 23, with their match also adjusted to allow for player commitments.
Atletico Madrid is set to kick off their season against Malaga on August 19. Other matches include Alavés hosting Getafe and Rayo Vallecano visiting Sevilla on August 15.
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