Season Recap
Real Madrid claimed the title under José Mourinho, with Barcelona finishing second and Valencia in third.
Lionel Messi of Barcelona was the top scorer with 50 goals.
The promoted teams were Real Betis, Rayo Vallecano, and Granada, while Deportivo de La Coruña, Hércules CF and UD Almería were relegated the previous season.
A fascinating detail: Lionel Messi’s 50 goals set a new single-season scoring record in La Liga.
