Real Madrid are close behind, suggesting another two-horse race could be developing between Spain's biggest clubs. A supercomputer predicts the 2026/27 La Liga champion between Barcelona and Real Madrid. Source: Getty ImagesSupercomputer predicts La Liga championLa Blaugrana head into the new campaign as two-time defending champions and have strengthened their squad in an attempt to maintain their dominance. Real Madrid have responded with an ambitious summer of their own under returning manager Jose Mourinho. Barcelona and Real Madrid will square off for the first time in the 2026/27 season on October 25, 2026.