Real Madrid and Barcelona have shared the majority of La Liga titles, yet the league has seen some notable exceptions. These clubs prove that the duopoly can be beaten with organisation, spirit and a little luck.
Atlético Madrid
Atlético Madrid has won the title on several occasions and is known for a tough, disciplined style. Its championship in 2013-14 and another in 2020-21 showed that a well-drilled team can challenge the two giants.
Valencia and Deportivo La Coruña
Valencia won league titles in the early 2000s, and Deportivo La Coruña was crowned champion in 1999-2000. Both clubs are remembered for playing attractive football and for reaching the later stages of European competition.
Athletic Club and Sevilla
Athletic Club of Bilbao is one of the few sides that have never been relegated from the top flight, and Sevilla has become a European force with a remarkable record in the UEFA Europa League.