La Liga 2021-2022: A Season Wrapped in Drama and Standings
The campaign culminated with Real Madrid sealing the league title after a decisive 4-0 victory at the Santiago Bernabeu against Espanyol. The celebration extended beyond the final whistle, with the team gathering at the Cibeles fountain in Madrid to mark the triumph as the city exhaled in unison. The late surge cemented Real Madrid’s status at the top and underscored the seasonal narrative of consistency and strength across the squad.
Meanwhile, Barcelona approached the last rounds with clear ambitions for Champions League qualification. They stood two points ahead of Sevilla, who remained within striking distance for a coveted spot, while Atletico Madrid faced pressure as they slipped behind after a recent defeat to Athletic Bilbao. The competition among the big clubs remained intense, highlighting the tighten grip of the top four teams as the season drew to a close.
In the chase for European places, Real Betis and Real Sociedad held firm, edging Getafe and Rayo Vallecano and allowing both to maintain a path toward European competition. The Conference League position sat between Villarreal and Athletic Bilbao, emphasizing how tight the table was and how every result carried weight in shaping the final allocations for continental tournaments.
At the other end of the table, the relegation battle intensified. The bottom club faced a six-point deficit to safety, with Alaves hovering just four points from safety in a precarious position. Granada sat just a point behind Mallorca and Cadiz, forming part of the intensifying red zone. Getafe remained in the mix, above the danger line, as Nasrids navigated the late-season challenges in an effort to climb away from the bottom tier before the season concluded.
La Liga 2021-2022 featured a list of clubs that demonstrated grit and resilience across 38 rounds, with Real Madrid leading the charge from the early stages and keeping pressure on their rivals through consistent performances, tactical discipline, and depth in both attack and defense. Barcelona, Sevilla, and Atletico Madrid each showcased moments of brilliance, illustrating why the league remains one of the most competitive and unpredictable leagues in world football. The final standings reflected not just the achievements of the top teams but also the persistent effort shown by mid-table clubs who refused to relent in the pursuit of European football or to avoid the drop in a season defined by tight margins.
In reviewing the season’s outcomes, one sees a landscape where traditional powerhouses faced renewed competition from clubs that rose to the occasion, reinforcing the idea that La Liga’s balance can shift quickly. The narrative of the season was not solely about the champions; it was about the relentless chase for qualification spots, the impact of late runs of form, and the pressure that each fixture applied to every team within and around the top half of the table. The campaign ended with a sense of expectancy for the next year, as squads planned their strategies around injuries, squad depth, and the rhythms of European commitments that demand long, grueling campaigns across multiple competitions.
LaLiga Classification 2021–2022: Final Standings Snapshot
- Real Madrid 81 points
- Barcelona 66 points
- Sevilla 64 points
- Atlético Madrid 61 points
- Real Betis 58 points
- Real Sociedad 56 points
- Villarreal 52 points
- Athletic Club 51 points
- Osasuna 45 points
- Valencia 43 points
- Rayo Vallecano 41 points
- Celta Vigo 40 points
- Elche 39 points
- Espanyol 39 points
- Getafe 36 points
- Mallorca 32 points
- Cádiz 32 points
- Granada 31 points
- Alavés 28 points
- Levante 26 points