The opening round of fixtures for the new Spanish season have been announced.
The opening round of fixtures for the new Spanish season have been announced.The outstanding fixture of the opening weekend (Sat 27 & Sun 28 August) is the Basque derby as Real Sociedad travel to rivals Athletic Bilbao.
Reigning champions Barcelona begin the defence of their league title with a tricky-looking trip to Celta Vigo.
The Catalans' eternal enemy, Real Madrid, kick off their campaign with a home clash against Villarreal, whilst Valencia begin by hosting Real Betis.
Of the newly-promoted sides, Levante have been handed a tough task as they travel to Sevilla, Gimnastic de Tarragona also start away as they meet Espanyol, while Recreativo de Huelva have been handed a home match against Mallorca.
The first 'Gran Clasico' of the season between Barcelona and Real Madrid takes place on October 22nd at Real's Santiago Bernabeu stadium.
Opening fixtures:
Recreativo Huelva v Mallorca
Real Madrid v Villarreal
Sevilla v Levante
Athletic Bilbao v Real Sociedad
Valencia v Real Betis
Racing Santander v Atletico Madrid
Osasuna v Getafe
Celta Vigo v Barcelona
Espanyol v Gimnastic Tarragona
