Real Madrid’s Title Triumph
Real Madrid clinched their 35th Primera Division title on Saturday, May 16, 2020, after defeating Villarreal 2-1 at the Estadio Alfredo Di Stefano. The victory gave Los Blancos an unassailable seven-point lead over rivals Barcelona with just one match remaining in the season.
Barcelona’s Guard of Honor
In a show of sportsmanship, Barcelona players formed a guard of honor for Real Madrid as they entered the Camp Nou pitch for their match against Alaves on Sunday, May 17, 2020. The gesture was a fitting tribute to the newly crowned champions, who had won the title in style.
A Historic Moment
The guard of honor was a historic moment for both clubs. It was the first time that Barcelona had ever given such a tribute to their arch-rivals. The gesture was widely praised by fans and pundits alike, and it served as a reminder of the deep respect that exists between these two great clubs.
Real Madrid’s Dominance
Real Madrid’s title triumph was their first since the 2016-17 season. The victory marked the club’s 35th Primera Division title, extending their lead over Barcelona as the most successful club in the history of the competition.
Barcelona’s Struggles
Barcelona, meanwhile, have endured a disappointing season. The Blaugrana finished second in the Primera Division, 12 points behind Real Madrid. They were also eliminated from the Champions League in the semi-finals by Liverpool.
The Rivalry Continues
Despite Barcelona’s struggles, the rivalry between the two clubs remains as intense as ever. The guard of honor was a reminder that, even in defeat, Barcelona still respects Real Madrid as their greatest rivals.
The Future of the Rivalry
The rivalry between Real Madrid and Barcelona is sure to continue for many years to come. Both clubs are among the most successful in the world, and they always seem to be competing for trophies. The guard of honor was a reminder that, despite their differences, these two clubs share a deep respect for each other.
Quotes
“It was a great gesture from Barcelona. It shows that they are a great club with a lot of respect for us.” – Real Madrid captain Sergio Ramos
“We are proud of our players for giving Real Madrid a guard of honor. It was a classy gesture that showed our respect for the champions.” – Barcelona president Josep Maria Bartomeu
Tables
Table 1: Real Madrid’s La Liga Titles
| Season | Title |
|—|—|—|
| 1931-32 | 1 |
| 1932-33 | 2 |
| 1953-54 | 3 |
| 1954-55 | 4 |
| 1956-57 | 5 |
| 1957-58 | 6 |
| 1960-61 | 7 |
| 1961-62 | 8 |
| 1962-63 | 9 |
| 1963-64 | 10 |
| 1964-65 | 11 |
| 1966-67 | 12 |
| 1967-68 | 13 |
| 1968-69 | 14 |
| 1971-72 | 15 |
| 1974-75 | 16 |
| 1975-76 | 17 |
| 1977-78 | 18 |
| 1978-79 | 19 |
| 1979-80 | 20 |
| 1985-86 | 21 |
| 1986-87 | 22 |
| 1987-88 | 23 |
| 1988-89 | 24 |
| 1989-90 | 25 |
| 1994-95 | 26 |
| 1996-97 | 27 |
| 2000-01 | 28 |
| 2002-03 | 29 |
| 2006-07 | 30 |
| 2007-08 | 31 |
| 2011-12 | 32 |
| 2016-17 | 33 |
| 2019-20 | 34 |
| 2020-21 | 35 |
Table 2: Barcelona’s La Liga Titles
| Season | Title |
|—|—|—|
| 1929 | 1 |
| 1944-45 | 2 |
| 1947-48 | 3 |
| 1948-49 | 4 |
| 1951-52 | 5 |
| 1952-53 | 6 |
| 1958-59 | 7 |
| 1959-60 | 8 |
| 1973-74 | 9 |
| 1984-85 | 10 |
| 1990-91 | 11 |
| 1991-92 | 12 |
| 1992-93 | 13 |
| 1993-94 | 14 |
| 1997-98 | 15 |
| 1998-99 | 16 |
| 2004-05 | 17 |
| 2005-06 | 18 |
| 2008-09 | 19 |
| 2009-10 | 20 |
| 2010-11 | 21 |
| 2012-13 | 22 |
| 2014-15 | 23 |
| 2015-16 | 24 |
| 2017-18 | 25 |
| 2018-19 | 26 |
Table 3: Real Madrid vs. Barcelona Head-to-Head in La Liga
| Season | Real Madrid | Barcelona |
|---|---|---|
| 1929-30 | 2-1 | 0-1 |
| 1930-31 | 2-1 | 0-0 |
| 1931-32 | 0-1 | 0-2 |
| 1932-33 | 2-0 | 1-0 |
| 1953-54 | 2-1 | 3-1 |
| 1954-55 | 1-2 | 1-0 |
| 1956-57 | 2-0 | 1-3 |
| 1957-58 | 4-2 | 0-1 |
| 1960-61 | 5-3 | 4-3 |
| 1961-62 | 2-0 | 3-1 |
| 1962-63 | 2-1 | 1-5 |
| 1963-64 | 4-0 | 2-1 |
| 1964-65 | 1-1 | 2-1 |
| 1966-67 | 1-2 | 2-1 |
| 1967-68 | 1-0 | 1-1 |
| 1968-69 | 2-1 | 1-1 |
| 1971-72 | 1-0 | 0-1 |
| 1974-75 | 1-0 | 0-0 |
| 1975-76 | 2-1 | 2-3 |
| 1977-78 | 2-0 | 1-1 |
| 1978-79 | 2-1 | 1-0 |
| 1979-80 | 3-2 | 2-0 |
| 1985-86 | 2-1 | 1-0 |
| 1986-87 | 2-2 | 3-1 |
| 1987-88 | 1-1 |
