La Liga 2025-26: Five talking points going into Spanish league season

La Liga's 2025/26 season kicks off with Barcelona defending their title against challengers like Real Madrid and Atletico Madrid. Real Madrid, now under Xabi Alonso, faces challenges with fitting into the new regime, early absences and concerns about fatigue. New signings in defence aim to bolster the squad as they navigate a demanding start to the season with high expectations.