Real Madrid Preseason Schedule and La Liga 2026-27 Opening Fixtures

Real Madrid’s preparations for the 2026-27 season are underway as Jose Mourinho’s squad begins training. Following the conclusion of the World Cup 2026, the team is integrating returning players ahead of the official La Liga kickoff on August 15, 2026.

Real Madrid Preseason Friendlies

Before the competitive calendar begins, Real Madrid has scheduled friendly matches.

* August 1: Real Madrid vs. Fiorentina at the Worthersee Stadion in Austria.
* August 12: Real Madrid vs. Deportivo at the Riazor Stadium for the 81st edition of the Teresa Herrera Trophy.

There is also the possibility of a friendly game on August 16 if Real Madrid travels to Germany for the celebration of the 25th anniversary of Schalke 04’s stadium.

La Liga 2026-27 Opening Schedule

La Liga has announced the schedule for the first three games of the league season that are going to be held in August.

* Matchday 2: Espanyol vs. Real Madrid (August 22, 2026, at the RCDE Stadium).
* Matchday 1: Real Madrid vs. Real Sociedad (August 26, 2026, at the Santiago Bernabeu).
* Matchday 3: Real Madrid vs. Malaga (August 30, 2026, at the Santiago Bernabeu).

The scheduling reflects a busy start to the campaign, with the team playing three matches in August.

Super Cup and Early Season Stakes

Key Takeaways for the Season

* Squad Integration: The focus remains on integrating players who reached the semi-finals of the World Cup 2026.
* Tight Scheduling: With three league games in August, the team faces an immediate test of its conditioning.

As the squad settles into the routine at Valdebebas, the focus remains on maintaining consistency. Fans can track updated kick-off times and broadcasting information through the [official Real Madrid website](https://www.realmadrid.com).