Liga de Futbol Profesional

Argentina's Lionel Messi during a football friendly against Brazil on June 9
Jose Mourinho
Jose Mourinho
Jose Mourinho
Villarreal coach Miguel Angel Lotina at the La Liga football match against Atletico Madrid
Jose Mourinho's Real Madrid smashed Barcelona's previous record of 99 points from the 2009-10 season
Real Madrid midfielder Mesut Ozil (R) scores past Mallorca goalkeeper Dudu Aouate
Real Madrid's goalkeeper and captain Iker Casillas holds the Spanish League trophy at the Santiago Bernabeu
Real Madrid's players celebrate winning the Spanish League title
Real Madrid's Iker Casillas (R) and Sergio Ramos hold the Spanish League trophy
Real Madrid players celebrate after scoring against Mallorca
Villarreal's coach Miguel Angel Lotina reacts during the match
Real Madrid's Mesut Ozil (R) scores against Mallorca's goalkeeper Dudu Aouate
Dani Benitez, pictured in 2011
Barcelona's forward Lionel Messi scores a goal
Wednesday's game saw Lionel Messi reach 68 goals overall and break Gerd Muller's record for a European season
Valencia are now favourites to win La Liga third place
Real Madrid now prepare to face Sevilla in La Liga after their elimination by Bayern Munich in Champions League
There is a crunch battle for third place between Valencia and Malaga, who currently trail their rivals by three points
Levante maintained their push for a place in the Champions League with a 3-1 win over Granada on Saturday

Messi, Villa combine to sink Rayo

David Villa expressed his delight at returning to top form as he scored and set-up two goals for Lionel Messi as Barcelona beat Rayo Vallecano 3-1 to restore their 13-point lead at the top of La Liga.
 

Malaga defy debts to reach Europe's elite

Spain was once again the most represented nation as Friday's Champions League draw took place in Nyon, but alongside the familiar names of Real Madrid and Barcelona there was a newcomer - Malaga.
 

Madrid hope for injury-free internationals

Real Madrid assistant manager Aitor Karanka on Friday said he hoped that the upcoming international break will not disrupt their rhythm heading into the final stage of the season.
 

Malaga continue dream European run

Malaga's remarkable Champions League campaign continued on Wednesday when they beat Porto 2-0 to progress to the quarter-finals 2-1 on aggregate.
 

Spain fetes 'magical' night for Barca

Spain on Wednesday feted Barcelona's "magical" 4-0 demolition of Milan, praising the Catalans for a spectacular Champions League fightback that swept aside fears that their greatest days may be behind them.
 

Optimism in Barcelona ahead of tough Milan clash

Barcelona's Champions League chances hung by a thread on Tuesday as they prepared to try overturn a 2-0 first-leg deficit against AC Milan at the Nou Camp stadium.
 

Under-par Barca's Euro hopes on the line

After a record-breaking start to the season, Barcelona have suffered a dip in form and face a stern test of their Champions League credentials against AC Milan on Tuesday as they look to overturn a 2-0 first leg defeat to progress to the quarter-finals.
 

Fabregas targeting return to form for Barcelona

Barcelona midfielder Cesc Fabregas has highlighted the importance of getting back to winning ways against Deportivo la Coruna this weekend, ahead of the crucial Champions League clash with AC Milan on Tuesday.
 

People 'waiting for Barca to fail': Messi

World Player of the Year Lionel Messi believes many people are hoping that Barcelona crash out of the Champions League next week so they can call an end to the Catalans' amazing run of success in recent years.
 

Demichelis questions player sales at Malaga

Malaga's Martin Demichelis on Thursday criticised the club for selling too many players and called on the Spanish team's Qatari owners to be clearer about their intentions, as they face up to a European ban.
 

PSG look to clinch place in Champions League quarters

Paris Saint-Germain are under pressure to clinch their place in the quarter-finals of the Champions League at Valencia's expense after their latest below-par domestic performance.
 

Madrid's wonderful week keeps season alive

Their 2-1 Champions League victory over Manchester United may have been controversial but it topped a fantastic eight days for Real Madrid that have potentially saved their season.
 

Gold replica of Messi's left foot on sale in Japan

A solid gold replica of footballer Lionel Messi's left foot, complete with blood vessels and the swirls of skin on the bottom of the toes, is to go on sale in Japan, a jeweller said.
 

PSG look to clinch place in Champions League quarters

Paris Saint-Germain are under pressure to clinch their place in the quarter-finals of the Champions League at Valencia's expense after their latest below-par domestic performance.
 

Resurgent Real Madrid travel to Man United in hope

Real Madrid's back-to-back victories over Barcelona have given them fresh momentum ahead of the second leg of their Champions League last 16 tie at Manchester United on Tuesday.
 

Resurgent Real Madrid travel to Man United in hope

Real Madrid's back-to-back victories over Barcelona have given them fresh momentum ahead of the second leg of their Champions League last 16 tie at Manchester United on Tuesday.
 

Maradona dream - to coach Barca

Argentine legend and former Barcelona star Diego Maradona has revealed he dreams of coaching his compatriot Lionel Messi at the Catalan club.
 

Mourinho eyes residency on Old Trafford return

Jose Mourinho will arrive at Old Trafford as an away coach for the sixth time on Tuesday, but on future visits, he will hope to take a seat in the home dug-out.
 

Xavi out of Clasico, doubtful for Milan return

Barcelona on Friday confirmed that midfielder Xavi Hernandez will be out for "10 to 15 days", ruling him out of Saturday's Clasico and rendering him doubtful for the Champions League last 16, second leg, against AC Milan.
 

'Clasico' result fires Real's Europe hopes

Real Madrid's Copa del Rey demolition of Barcelona has boosted hopes for the team's progress in the Champions League and raised fears that the Catalan giants could crash out of the competition.
 

Facts from the Wikipedia page:

La Liga
Liga BBVA.png
CountriesSpain Spain
ConfederationUEFA
Founded1929
Number of teams20
Relegation toSegunda División
Level on pyramidLevel 1
Domestic cup(s)Copa del Rey
International cup(s)Champions League
Europa League
Current championsBarcelona (2008–09)
Most championshipsReal Madrid (31 titles)
TV partnersCanal+ Liga, GolT, laSexta
Websitehttp://www.lfp.es
Soccerball current event.svg 2009–10 season