Real Madrid has achieved the best start in La Liga since the 2011/2012 season

The Spanish La Liga has entered a two-week break. The competition will resume on the 2nd of January with matches from the 19th round.

Following the completion of 18 matches, Real Madrid and Girona have secured the top positions in the league table, each accumulating 45 points. Only through a victory in their direct encounter does Real Madrid edge past the Catalan team.

Interestingly, for the "Blancos," such a start to the season stands as their best in the last 12 years. In the 2012/2013 season, Real Madrid gathered 46 points and has not approached such figures since. It's worth noting that by the end of that season, the Madrid collective clinched the gold medals, becoming the champions of Spain.

Additionally, Carlo Ancelotti's proteges will engage in their next match post-New Year. As part of the 19th round of La Liga, Real Madrid will host Mallorca at their home ground. The match is set to kick off on the 3rd of January at 19:15 Central European Time.