by Barcelona welcome Alavés after a painful Clásico defeat, while Real Madrid travel to Racing Santander looking to build on a dramatic win at Camp Nou. Here are the key fixtures, storylines and kickoff times converted to India Standard Time.
La Liga Matchday 11 brings a quick turnaround for Spain’s biggest clubs. Real Madrid arrive with confidence after beating Barcelona 2–1 in the first Clásico of the season, while the hosts must regroup before facing Deportivo Alavés. Atlético Madrid, Athletic Club and Real Sociedad also have fixtures that could shape the early-season picture.
El Clásico fallout: Madrid leave Camp Nou with the points
Real Madrid won 2–1 at Barcelona on October 25, with Kylian Mbappé scoring twice. The French forward opened the scoring in the 41st minute and struck again late in the match to secure the points, while Raphinha briefly brought Barcelona level after the break. The result ended Barcelona’s nine-match winning start in the league, according to the club’s match report, and narrowed the gap between the rivals to three points.
For Madrid, the result rewarded an organised performance and quick attacking transitions. Barcelona produced a stronger spell after half-time but could not turn that momentum into a lead. The late winner turned the Clásico into an important early-season statement for the visitors and gave the next matchday an extra layer of pressure.
Barcelona’s response is now the headline. A home match against Alavés offers a chance to reset quickly, while Madrid must avoid a post-Clásico dip away to Racing Santander.
La Liga Matchday 11 fixtures and kickoff times in India
The table below lists the scheduled Spanish local kickoff and its corresponding IST time. During this part of the season, Spain is on Central European Time (CET), which is 4 hours and 30 minutes behind India. Late-night Spanish kickoffs therefore take place after midnight in India.
| Match | Spain time (CET) | India time (IST) |
|---|---|---|
| Villarreal vs Espanyol | 9:00 p.m. | Saturday, Oct 31 · 1:30 a.m. |
| Match | Spain time (CET) | India time (IST) |
|---|---|---|
| Levante vs Atlético Madrid | 2:00 p.m. | 6:30 p.m. |
| Rayo Vallecano vs Celta Vigo | 4:15 p.m. | 8:45 p.m. |
| Real Betis vs Málaga | 6:30 p.m. | 11:00 p.m. |
| Barcelona vs Deportivo Alavés | 9:00 p.m. | Sunday, Nov 1 · 1:30 a.m. |
| Match | Spain time (CET) | India time (IST) |
|---|---|---|
| Getafe vs Sevilla | 2:00 p.m. | 6:30 p.m. |
| Racing Santander vs Real Madrid | 4:15 p.m. | 8:45 p.m. |
| Elche vs Valencia | 6:30 p.m. | 11:00 p.m. |
| Athletic Club vs Real Sociedad | 9:00 p.m. | Monday, Nov 2 · 1:30 a.m. |
| Match | Spain time (CET) | India time (IST) |
|---|---|---|
| Deportivo de La Coruña vs Osasuna | 9:00 p.m. | Tuesday, Nov 3 · 1:30 a.m. |
Kickoff times reflect the published fixture list checked on October 27, 2026. Broadcasters and match times may change; check official league or club listings before kickoff.
Barcelona vs Alavés: an immediate response required
Barcelona’s first task is to move on from the Clásico without losing the attacking rhythm that powered its start to the season. The match against Alavés gives the team a chance to get back to winning ways at home, but it also tests their defensive concentration after Madrid found space in transition.
Barcelona will need quicker control of second balls and more precision in the final third. The main question is whether the team can convert possession and attacking pressure into clear chances early, avoiding a tight finish that gives Alavés belief.
Racing Santander vs Real Madrid: avoid the letdown
Madrid travel to Racing Santander with momentum, but a Clásico win only matters if it is followed by another strong league performance. Away fixtures after a high-intensity rivalry match can be uncomfortable when the opponent is motivated to disrupt rhythm and make the game physical.
Madrid’s priority should be to start with intensity, protect against counterattacks and manage the game if they take the lead. Rotations could also matter with the calendar moving quickly, although the final lineup should be checked closer to kickoff.
Three more fixtures worth watching
- Levante vs Atlético Madrid: Atlético need to impose their tempo and avoid allowing the home side to turn the game into a series of unsettled transitions.
- Real Betis vs Málaga: Betis will aim to use home advantage, while Málaga have an opportunity to make the match uncomfortable by staying compact.
- Athletic Club vs Real Sociedad: The Basque derby is always an intense local contest. Duels, set pieces and discipline could be decisive in a match where neither side will want to give ground easily.
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