The 2025\/26 LaLiga EA Sports season kicked off with an exciting first matchday full of results that are beginning to set the competitive tone for the championship. FC Barcelona, the reigning champions, got off to a flying start with a convincing performance that reaffirms their intentions to retain the title.
Among the surprises of the day was Rayo Vallecano, who secured a resounding victory against Girona. The Madrid-based side showed character and efficiency in attack, taking advantage of every opportunity to impose themselves with authority and send a clear message that they are not willing to be mere supporting actors in this campaign.
Villarreal also left a good impression after winning 2-0, displaying an organized and effective game that has their fans excited for the rest of the season. In contrast, Celta de Vigo suffered an unexpected setback at Bala\u00eddos, losing 0-2 to Getafe, a result that raises doubts about the Galician team and boosts the confidence of the Azulones.
With these first matches, LaLiga is off to a strong start, making it clear that every matchday will be a battle in the race for the title and survival.<\/p>\n\n\n\n
At\u00a0Gambyl Exchange<\/a>, you can explore all the predictions for the\u00a0LaLiga<\/a>\u00a0EA Sports, the final bets for this matchday, and the odds for each match.<\/p>\n\n\n\n LaLiga 2025\/26 kicked off with a match in which the star of the show, unfortunately for him, was Girona goalkeeper Paulo Gazzaniga. The Argentine had a nightmare first half, with his mistakes completely shaping the game against Rayo Vallecano. Barcelona began their title defense with a victory in Mallorca marked by controversy. Raphinha opened the scoring very early on, following a great cross from Lamine Yamal, but the most controversial moment came with the second goal, scored by Ferran Torres. LaLiga Matchday 1 Roundup Games<\/h2>\n\n\n\n
Girona 1-3 Rayo Vallecano<\/em><\/td><\/tr> Villareal 2-0 Real Oviedo<\/em><\/td><\/tr> RCD Mallorca 0-3 Barcelona<\/em><\/td><\/tr> Alaves 2-1 Levante<\/em><\/td><\/tr> Valencia C. F. 1-1 Real Sociedad<\/em><\/td><\/tr> Celta de Vigo 0-2 Getafe<\/em><\/td><\/tr> Athletic 3-2 Sevilla <\/em><\/td><\/tr> RCD Espanyol 2-1 Atletico Madrid <\/em><\/td><\/tr><\/tbody><\/table><\/figure>\n\n\n\n LaLiga Matchday 1 Roundup: Girona vs. Rayo Vallecano<\/strong><\/h2>\n\n\n\n
Girona +131<\/em><\/td> Rayo Vallecano +212<\/strong><\/em><\/td> Draw Offs:\u00a0+224<\/em><\/td><\/tr><\/tbody><\/table><\/figure>\n\n\n\n
First, a poor pass inside the area ended up at the feet of Jorge de Frutos, who made no mistake and opened the scoring with the goalkeeper’s involuntary assistance. Later, another poor clearance left the ball at the feet of the Rayo striker, who scored twice before half-time. To make matters worse, in another dangerous move, Gazzaniga lost control of the ball and brought down De Frutos to prevent a goal, which cost him a red card and sealed his team’s fate.
Girona, down to ten men from the first half and trailing on the scoreboard, never found a way to react, showing the same doubts and insecurities that they had carried over from last season. Although Joel Roca narrowed the gap in the second half, the damage was done, and Rayo’s solidity did not allow for any dreams of a comeback. The Vallecas side, with a clear game plan and remarkable intensity, took advantage of every mistake made by their opponents and started the season with a resounding victory that boosts their confidence, while the Catalans begin the campaign with a serious warning of everything they need to improve.
Result: Girona (1) – (3) Rayo Vallecano<\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\nLaLiga Matchday 1 Roundup: Mallorca vs. Barcelona<\/h2>\n\n\n\n
Mallorca +504<\/em><\/td> Barcelona -204<\/strong><\/em><\/td> Draw Offs:+358<\/em><\/td><\/tr><\/tbody><\/table><\/figure>\n\n\n\n
In the previous play, Ra\u00edllo fell to the ground after a 50-50 ball, and although the referee hesitated to stop the game as per protocol, he decided to let play continue. The home players stood still waiting for the interruption, and Ferran took advantage to fire a shot from outside the area.
The decision sparked anger among the Balearic team, who ended up paying dearly with two red cards in just a few minutes: first Morlanes, for a second yellow card after a tackle on Lamine, and then Muriqi, who was sent off after a hard tackle reviewed by VAR. With the score at 0-2 and two men down before half-time, the match was practically over.
In the second half, Flick’s men managed their lead without having to push too hard, while Mallorca, despite trying with long balls, were barely able to cause any trouble. Lamine Yamal, electric and involved in almost every attacking move, sealed the victory with a goal in his style, reaffirming his role as the team’s offensive leader.
Joan Garc\u00eda performed well in his debut between the posts, and Marcus Rashford played his first minutes as a Bar\u00e7a player in a match that leaves Bar\u00e7a feeling positive and Mallorca with the bitter feeling that controversy and indiscipline completely overshadowed the league opener.
Result: Mallorca (0) – (3) Barcelona<\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\nLaLiga Matchday 1 Roundup: Espanyol vs. Atl\u00e9tico Madrid<\/h2>\n\n\n\n