Spanish Liga 2016
Spanish Liga 2016 - A Season to Remember
What’s Spanish Liga 2016?
The 2016–17 La Liga season, also known as LaLiga Santander, was the 86th edition of Spain's premier football league. Running from August 19, 2016, to May 21, 2017, it was a season filled with thrilling matches and standout performances.
Who made Spanish Liga 2016?
Organized by LaLiga, the season was rebranded as LaLiga Santander following a sponsorship deal with Banco Santander, marking a new era for Spanish football.
Spanish Liga 2016's core gameplay
The season featured 380 matches, with a total of 1,118 goals scored, averaging 2.94 goals per game. Lionel Messi claimed the top scorer title with 37 goals, while Jan Oblak was hailed as the best goalkeeper, conceding just 0.72 goals per match.
Features of Spanish Liga 2016
- Champions: Real Madrid won their 33rd title with 93 points.
- Runners-Up: Barcelona finished second, three points behind.
- Relegated Teams: Sporting GijĂłn, Osasuna, and Granada dropped to the Segunda DivisiĂłn.
- Notable Matches: Barcelona’s 7–1 win over Osasuna and Sevilla’s 6–4 thriller against Espanyol highlighted the season.
- Attendance: A record 95,961 fans attended El Clásico, while total attendance reached 10,557,782.
Player Reactions about Spanish Liga 2016
Fans and players alike praised the 2016–17 season for its excitement and competitive spirit. Real Madrid’s triumph and Messi’s brilliance made it a memorable campaign in Spanish football history.
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