The new season of LaLiga kicks off without any of its biggest three clubs in action. But there are still plenty of reasons to tune in this weekend.
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Why aren't Barcelona, Real Madrid, Atlético playing on LaLiga's opening weekend?
The new season of LaLiga kicks off without any of its biggest three clubs in action. But there are still plenty of reasons to tune in this weekend.
Published August 14, 2026, 1:26 PM
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