Atlético Madrid take the belt

Atlético Madrid beat Real Madrid 2–1 at home to start reign 86 of the La Liga belt, the 6th for the franchise.

Real Madrid had held it since December 17, 1939, with 2 defenses over 21 days.

Atlético Madrid held it for 7 days and 0 defenses, then lost it to Sevilla FC on January 14, 1940.