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The La Liga Awards, previously known as the LFP awards, are presented annually by the Liga de Fútbol Profesional (LFP) to the best players and coach in La Liga, the first division of association football in Spain. Established in the 2008–09 season, they were the first official awards in the history of the Spanish competition.[1] La Liga's best coach and player in each position—goalkeeper, defender, midfielder, and forward—were chosen based on a voting by the captain and vice-captains of each club, while the best player overall was determined via statistical analysis.[2]

Many of the awards were rebranded after the 2015–16 season.[3] Until then, Barcelona players won 32 honours in the six main categories, almost triple the number of any other club. Barcelona's forward Lionel Messi has been named La Liga's best player for six times and La Liga's best forward for seven times, both all-time records. Across all positions, the other outstanding individuals are Barcelona midfielder Andrés Iniesta with five wins, Barcelona coach Pep Guardiola with four wins, Real Madrid defender Sergio Ramos with four wins, and goalkeepers Iker Casillas of Real Madrid and Víctor Valdés of Barcelona with two wins each.

Annual awards

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Player of the season

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Season Recipient Club Ref.
2008–09 Argentina Lionel Messi Barcelona [4]
2009–10 Argentina Lionel Messi Barcelona [4]
2010–11 Argentina Lionel Messi Barcelona [4]
2011–12 Argentina Lionel Messi Barcelona [4]
2012–13 Argentina Lionel Messi Barcelona [5]
2013–14 Portugal Cristiano Ronaldo Real Madrid [6]
2014–15 Argentina Lionel Messi Barcelona [7]
2015–16 France Antoine Griezmann Atlético Madrid [8]
2016–17 Argentina Lionel Messi Barcelona [9]
2017–18 Argentina Lionel Messi Barcelona [10]
2018–19 Argentina Lionel Messi Barcelona [11]
2019–20 France Karim Benzema Real Madrid [12]
2020–21 Slovenia Jan Oblak Atlético Madrid [13]
2021–22 France Karim Benzema Real Madrid [14]
2022–23 Germany Marc-André ter Stegen Barcelona [15]
2023–24 England Jude Bellingham Real Madrid [16]
2024–25 Brazil Raphinha Barcelona [17]

Goalkeeper of the season

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Season Recipient Club Ref.
2008–09 Spain Iker Casillas Real Madrid [4]
2009–10 Spain Víctor Valdés Barcelona [4]
2010–11 Spain Víctor Valdés Barcelona [4]
2011–12 Spain Iker Casillas Real Madrid [4]
2012–13 Belgium Thibaut Courtois Atlético Madrid [5]
2013–14 Costa Rica Keylor Navas Levante [6]
2014–15 Chile Claudio Bravo Barcelona [7]
2015–16 Slovenia Jan Oblak Atlético Madrid [8]
2016–17 Slovenia Jan Oblak Atlético Madrid
2017–18 Slovenia Jan Oblak Atlético Madrid
2018–19 Slovenia Jan Oblak Atlético Madrid
2019–20 Belgium Thibaut Courtois Real Madrid
2020–21 Slovenia Jan Oblak Atlético Madrid
2021–22 Morocco Yassine Bounou Sevilla
2022–23 Germany Marc-André ter Stegen Barcelona
2023–24 Spain Unai Simón Athletic Bilbao

Manager of the season

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Season Recipient Club Ref.
2008–09 Spain Pep Guardiola Barcelona [4]
2009–10 Spain Pep Guardiola Barcelona [4]
2010–11 Spain Pep Guardiola Barcelona [4]
2011–12 Spain Pep Guardiola Barcelona [4]
2012–13 Argentina Diego Simeone Atlético Madrid [5]
2013–14 Argentina Diego Simeone Atlético Madrid [6]
2014–15 Spain Luis Enrique Barcelona [7]
2015–16 Argentina Diego Simeone Atlético Madrid [8]
2023–24 Spain Míchel Girona [18]
2024–25 Germany Hansi Flick Barcelona [19]

African player of the season

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Season Recipient Club Ref.
2013–14 Algeria Yacine Brahimi Granada [6]
2014–15 Algeria Sofiane Feghouli Valencia [7]
2021–22 Morocco Yassine Bounou Sevilla [20]
2022–23 Nigeria Samuel Chukwueze Villarreal [21]
2023–24 Ghana Iñaki Williams Athletic Bilbao [22]
2024–25 Ghana Iñaki Williams Athletic Bilbao [23]

U23 Player of the season

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Season Recipient Club Ref.
2023–24 Spain Lamine Yamal Barcelona [24]
2024–25 Spain Lamine Yamal Barcelona [25]

Goal of the season

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Season Recipient Club Score Against Date Ref.
2023–24 Spain Jesús Areso Osasuna 3–2 Getafe 21 January 2024 [26]
2024–25 Croatia Luka Sučić Real Sociedad 1–1 Atlético Madrid 6 October 2024 [27]

Save of the season

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Season Recipient Club Against Date Ref.
2024–25 Slovenia Jan Oblak Atlético Madrid Real Sociedad 6 October 2024 [28]

Team of the season

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Season Position
Goalkeeper Defenders Midfielders Forwards
2013–14[29] Belgium Thibaut Courtois (Atlético Madrid) Brazil Filipe Luís (Atlético Madrid)
France Aymeric Laporte (Athletic Bilbao)
Uruguay Diego Godín (Atlético Madrid)
Spain Juanfran (Atlético Madrid)
Spain Ander Iturraspe (Athletic Bilbao)
Spain Gabi (Atlético Madrid)
Spain Koke (Atlético Madrid)
Croatia Ivan Rakitić (Sevilla)
Spain Diego Costa (Atlético Madrid)
Portugal Cristiano Ronaldo (Real Madrid)
2014–15[30] Chile Claudio Bravo (Barcelona) Spain Jordi Alba (Barcelona)
Argentina Nicolás Otamendi (Valencia)
Spain Gerard Piqué (Barcelona)
Brazil Dani Alves (Barcelona)
Poland Grzegorz Krychowiak (Sevilla)
Croatia Ivan Rakitić (Barcelona)
Colombia James Rodríguez (Real Madrid)
Portugal Cristiano Ronaldo (Real Madrid)
France Antoine Griezmann (Athletico Madrid)
Argentina Lionel Messi (Barcelona)
2015–16[31] Slovenia Jan Oblak (Atlético Madrid) Brazil Marcelo (Real Madrid)
Uruguay Diego Godín (Atlético Madrid)
Spain Gerard Piqué (Barcelona)
Spain Sergio Ramos (Real Madrid)
Spain Andrés Iniesta (Barcelona)
Spain Sergio Busquets (Barcelona)
Croatia Luka Modrić (Real Madrid)
Portugal Cristiano Ronaldo (Real Madrid)
Uruguay Luis Suárez (Barcelona)
Argentina Lionel Messi (Barcelona)
2021–22[32] Belgium Thibaut Courtois (Real Madrid) Argentina Marcos Acuña (Sevilla)
Austria David Alaba (Real Madrid)
France Jules Koundé (Sevilla)
Brazil Éder Militão (Real Madrid)
Uruguay Ronald Araújo (Barcelona)
Spain Sergio Canales (Real Betis)
France Nabil Fekir (Real Betis)
Croatia Luka Modrić (Real Madrid)
Spain Iker Muniain (Athletic Bilbao)
Spain Pedri (Barcelona)
France Karim Benzema (Real Madrid)
Spain Raúl de Tomás (Espanyol)
Portugal João Félix (Atlético Madrid)
Brazil Vinícius Júnior (Real Madrid)
2022–23[33] Germany Marc-André ter Stegen (Barcelona) Spain Alejandro Balde (Barcelona)
France Jules Koundé (Barcelona)
Brazil Éder Militão (Real Madrid)
Spain David García (Osasuna)
Argentina Nahuel Molina (Atlético Madrid)
Spain Gabri Veiga (Celta Vigo)
Uruguay Federico Valverde (Real Madrid)
Spain Mikel Merino (Real Sociedad)
Spain Pedri (Barcelona)
Croatia Luka Modrić (Real Madrid)
France Antoine Griezmann (Atlético Madrid)
France Karim Benzema (Real Madrid)
Poland Robert Lewandowski (Barcelona)
Brazil Vinícius Júnior (Real Madrid)
2023–24[34] Spain Unai Simón (Athletic Bilbao) Spain Miguel Gutiérrez (Girona)
Germany Antonio Rüdiger (Real Madrid)
Uruguay Ronald Araújo (Barcelona)
Spain Dani Carvajal (Real Madrid)
England Jude Bellingham (Real Madrid)
Uruguay Federico Valverde (Real Madrid)
Spain Isco (Real Betis)
Germany İlkay Gündoğan (Barcelona)
Spain Aleix García (Girona)
France Antoine Griezmann (Atlético Madrid)
Ukraine Artem Dovbyk (Girona)
Brazil Savinho (Girona)
Poland Robert Lewandowski (Barcelona)
Brazil Vinícius Júnior (Real Madrid)
2024–25[35] Spain Joan García (Espanyol) Germany Antonio Rüdiger (Real Madrid)
Spain Iñigo Martínez (Barcelona)
Spain Daniel Vivian (Athletic Bilbao)
Spain Álex Baena (Villarreal)
Uruguay Federico Valverde (Real Madrid)
England Jude Bellingham (Real Madrid)
Spain Pedri (Barcelona)

Brazil Raphinha (Barcelona)

France Kylian Mbappé (Real Madrid)
Spain Lamine Yamal (Barcelona)

Monthly awards

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Player of the month

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U23 Player of the month

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Manager of the month

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Goal of the month

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Save of the month

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Discontinued awards

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Best Forward

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Season Recipient Club Ref.
2008–09 Argentina Lionel Messi Barcelona [4]
2009–10 Argentina Lionel Messi Barcelona [4]
2010–11 Argentina Lionel Messi Barcelona [4]
2011–12 Argentina Lionel Messi Barcelona [4]
2012–13 Argentina Lionel Messi Barcelona [5]
2013–14 Portugal Cristiano Ronaldo Real Madrid [6]
2014–15 Argentina Lionel Messi Barcelona [7]
2015–16 Argentina Lionel Messi Barcelona [8]

Best Attacking Midfielder

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Season Recipient Club Ref.
2008–09 Spain Andrés Iniesta Barcelona [4]
2009–10 Spain Jesús Navas Sevilla [4]
2010–11 Spain Andrés Iniesta Barcelona [4]
2011–12 Spain Andrés Iniesta Barcelona [4]
2012–13 Spain Andrés Iniesta Barcelona [5]
2013–14 Spain Andrés Iniesta Barcelona [6]

Best Midfielder

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Season Recipient Club Ref.
2008–09 Spain Xavi Barcelona [4]
2009–10 Spain Xavi Barcelona [4]
2010–11 Spain Xavi Barcelona [4]
2011–12 Spain Xabi Alonso Real Madrid [4]
2012–13 Spain Asier Illarramendi Real Sociedad [5]
2013–14 Croatia Luka Modrić Real Madrid [6]
2014–15 Colombia James Rodríguez Real Madrid [7]
2015–16 Croatia Luka Modrić Real Madrid [8]

Best Defender

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Season Recipient Club Ref.
2008–09 Brazil Dani Alves Barcelona [4]
2009–10 Spain Gerard Piqué Barcelona [4]
2010–11 France Eric Abidal Barcelona [4]
2011–12 Spain Sergio Ramos Real Madrid [4]
2012–13 Spain Sergio Ramos Real Madrid [5]
2013–14 Spain Sergio Ramos Real Madrid [6]
2014–15 Spain Sergio Ramos Real Madrid [7]
2015–16 Uruguay Diego Godín Atlético Madrid [8]

Fair Play

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Season Recipient Club Ref.
2008–09 Spain Juan Carlos Valerón Deportivo La Coruña [4]
2009–10 Spain Marcos Senna Villarreal [4]
2010–11 Spain Alberto Rivera Sporting Gijón [4]
2011–12 Spain Carles Puyol Barcelona [4]
2012–13 Spain Iker Casillas Real Madrid [5]
2013–14 Croatia Ivan Rakitić Sevilla [6]

Breakthrough Player

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Season Recipient Club Ref.
2008–09 Spain Sergio Busquets Barcelona [4]
2009–10 Spain Pedro Barcelona [4]
2010–11 Spain Iker Muniain Athletic Bilbao [4]
2011–12 Spain Isco Málaga [4]
2012–13 Spain Asier Illarramendi Real Sociedad [5]
2013–14 Brazil Rafinha Celta Vigo [6]
2015–16 Spain Marco Asensio Espanyol [8]

Best American Player

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Season Recipient Club Ref.
2013–14 Colombia Carlos Bacca Sevilla [6]
2014–15 Brazil Neymar Barcelona [7]

Fans' Five-Star Player

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Season Recipient Club Ref.
2014–15 Portugal Cristiano Ronaldo Real Madrid [7]
2015–16 France Antoine Griezmann Atlético Madrid [8]

Play of the Month

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Key
Italics Home team
Month Year Player(s) Club Score[a] Opponent Date Ref.
August 2023.82023 Spain Nico Williams
Spain Gorka Guruzeta
Athletic Bilbao 2–0 Osasuna 19 August 2023 [36]
September 2023.92023 Uruguay Federico Valverde
Spain Fran García
Real Madrid 1–1 Real Sociedad 17 September 2023 [37]
October 2023.102023 Spain Gerard Gumbau
Spain Bryan Zaragoza
Granada 2–0 Barcelona 8 October 2023 [38]
November 2023.112023 Spain Alberto Moleiro
Spain Kirian Rodríguez
Las Palmas 1–0 Atlético Madrid 3 November 2023 [39]
December 2023.122023 Spain Nico Williams
Spain Iñigo Lekue
Athletic Bilbao 2–0 Atlético Madrid 16 December 2023 [40]
January 2024.12024 Spain Ferran Torres
Portugal João Félix
Barcelona 3–2 Real Betis 21 January 2024 [41]
February 2024.22024 Spain Álex Sola
Spain Samu Omorodion
Alavés 1–2 Barcelona 3 February 2024 [42]
March 2024.32024 Spain Mikel Oyarzabal
Spain Mikel Merino
Real Sociedad 2–0 Cádiz 15 March 2024 [43]
April 2024.42024 Spain Isco
France Nabil Fekir
Real Betis 2–1 Celta Vigo 12 April 2024 [44]

Others

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The following awards were only presented once:

Season Award Recipient Club Ref.
2012–13 Most Valuable Player Portugal Cristiano Ronaldo Real Madrid [5]
2015–16 World Player Uruguay Luis Suárez Barcelona [8]

See also

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References

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from Grokipedia
The La Liga Awards are a collection of annual and monthly honors presented by LaLiga, the governing body of Spain's professional football leagues, to recognize exceptional performances by players, coaches, teams, and officials across divisions such as EA Sports (the top tier) and La Liga Hypermotion (second tier). Established during the 2008–09 season, these awards marked the first official recognition system in the history of the Spanish top-flight competition, initially focusing on key individual and collective achievements at season's end. The centerpiece of the La Liga Awards is the annual gala, known as the Premios LaLiga or LALIGA Awards Gala, where winners are celebrated for their contributions over the preceding campaign. Categories have evolved since inception, but core honors typically include the , Best Coach, Best Goal, and Best Under-23 Player awards for , alongside similar recognitions for other divisions and special accolades like the Team of the Season (in partnership with ). Early ceremonies, such as the 2014 event, featured up to 26 awards per division, encompassing positional honors (e.g., best , defender, , and forward), , and referee recognitions, with winners selected by a combination of expert votes, media panels, and fan input. By the mid-2010s, the format shifted to streamline categories while expanding visibility, including joint events with international awards like the KAFD Globe Soccer European Awards. Complementing the annual gala, LaLiga administers monthly awards to highlight in-season excellence, such as the Player of the Month, Goal of the Month, and Under-23 Player of the Month for each division, determined through votes from captains, coaches, media, and fans via the MiLiga platform. These ongoing recognitions, introduced alongside the annual system, foster fan engagement and underscore LaLiga's commitment to celebrating diverse talents, from emerging stars like to established figures like . Over the years, the awards have spotlighted the league's global appeal, with and Real players dominating wins in major categories, reflecting the competitive intensity of Spain's premier football ecosystem.

Background

History and Evolution

The La Liga Awards trace their origins to the 2008–09 season, when they were established as the LFP Awards by the Liga de Fútbol Profesional (LFP), initially emphasizing annual individual honors for outstanding players and coaches in Spain's top division. These early accolades recognized categories such as , Best Forward, and Best Coach, with the first ceremony honoring achievements from the 2008–09 season. Monthly awards were introduced in 2013 for Player of the Month and Goal of the Month, expanding recognition to highlight consistent performances throughout the campaign. A key milestone came in the 2013-14 season with the debut of the Best African Player award, aimed at celebrating contributions from players of African origin and broadening the awards' inclusivity. Following the 2015-16 season, the annual gala was paused until its revival in the 2023–24 season under the rebranded La Liga Awards, aligning more closely with the league's global identity. During this period, several positional awards—such as Best , Best Defender, and Best Midfielder—were discontinued to streamline categories and refocus on core honors, coinciding with the cancellation of the 2016-17 annual gala. In the 2020s, the awards evolved further with expansions including the Manager of the Season category, which built on earlier iterations but gained renewed prominence upon revival, and the Under-23 Player of the Season, introduced in the 2023–24 campaign and presented in partnership with starting from 2024–25 to spotlight emerging talents. The Save of the Season award was also added in the 2024–25 campaign, complementing monthly save recognitions. The 2024-25 season exemplified Barcelona's resurgence, as the club secured multiple honors: earned Player of the Season for his pivotal role with 18 goals and 11 assists, was named Manager of the Season in his debut year leading the team to the title, and claimed the Under-23 Player of the Season award with nine goals and 13 assists.

Selection and Voting Process

The selection and voting process for the La Liga Awards is managed by the Liga de Fútbol Profesional (LFP), ensuring a standardized approach across all categories. Nominations are determined by an LFP panel that evaluates player and team performances using statistical data, such as goals, assists, clean sheets, and advanced metrics provided by Opta, La Liga's official statistics partner. This panel shortlists candidates based on objective criteria like match contributions and impact during the season or month, with nominees typically announced mid-month for monthly awards and toward the end of the season for annual ones. Final winners are decided through a combined voting system that integrates input from multiple stakeholders to balance popularity, expertise, and peer recognition. The process allocates votes to fans, who cast ballots via the official LaLiga app or the MILIGA platform; the captains and coaches of all 20 clubs; and a panel of media experts. Annual awards, including Player of the Season, Manager of the Season, and of the Season, are announced at the end of the season in May or June, following the aggregation of votes from all participants. The of the Season, for instance, relies on collective voter selections across positions, drawing from the same statistical and performance data used in s. Monthly awards, covering the period from August to May, follow a similar timeline but with voting concluding before the subsequent matchday to allow timely recognition. Category-specific procedures incorporate tailored elements while adhering to the core voting framework. For Goal of the Season and Save of the Season, nominations involve highlight reviews by the LFP panel, focusing on aesthetic and technical quality alongside statistical context. The African Player of the Season features targeted input from African media representatives and fans within the general voting pool to ensure regional relevance. The Under-23 Player of the Season is restricted to players aged 23 or under who meet minimum participation thresholds, such as 1,500 minutes played in their debut season. The voting process integrates fan input via the MiLiga platform alongside captains, coaches, and experts.

Active Annual Awards

Player of the Season

The Player of the Season is the premier annual individual award presented by to recognize the top overall performer in the league during a given season. Introduced in the 2013–14 season, it honors the most influential player based on their comprehensive impact across various positions, encompassing offensive and defensive contributions that significantly influence team success. The award, sometimes referred to in association with the Trofeo tradition from media outlets like MARCA, underscores the league's emphasis on holistic excellence rather than position-specific achievements. The selection criteria focus on overall contributions, including goals, assists, defensive actions, on the pitch, and consistency throughout the season, as determined by a voting process involving captains, coaches, journalists, and fans. This broad evaluation ensures the winner exemplifies the highest standards of performance in . Lionel holds the record for the most wins with four awards (2014–15, 2016–17, 2017–18, 2018–19), highlighting his dominant influence during that era. Notable winners have included midfielders, forwards, and even goalkeepers, reflecting the award's versatility. For instance, Jude Bellingham's 2023–24 victory came on the back of 19 goals and 6 assists in 28 appearances, driving Real Madrid's title charge. Similarly, claimed the 2024–25 honor with 18 goals and 9 assists in 35 matches, pivotal to 's successful campaign. holds the record for the most wins by a club with six, underscoring their historical dominance in producing standout performers. The full list of winners is as follows:
SeasonWinnerClub
2013–14Cristiano RonaldoReal Madrid
2014–15Lionel MessiBarcelona
2015–16Antoine GriezmannAtlético Madrid
2016–17Lionel MessiBarcelona
2017–18Lionel MessiBarcelona
2018–19Lionel MessiBarcelona
2019–20Karim BenzemaReal Madrid
2020–21Jan OblakAtlético Madrid
2021–22Karim BenzemaReal Madrid
2022–23Marc-André ter StegenBarcelona
2023–24Jude BellinghamReal Madrid
2024–25RaphinhaBarcelona
The award is presented at the annual Awards Gala, where the recipient receives a , and donates €50,000 to a charity chosen by the winner, amplifying the honor's societal impact. As of November 2025, early nominees for the 2025–26 season include , whose explosive pace and goal-scoring form have marked him as a frontrunner.

Goalkeeper of the Season

The Goalkeeper of the Season award, introduced in the 2010–11 season as part of the La Liga Awards, honors the top for their comprehensive defensive contributions over the full campaign. Distinct from the —which recognizes the goalkeeper with the lowest goals-conceded-per-match , a stat-based honor established by Marca in 1958—this award emphasizes a holistic assessment of , including save , clean sheets achieved, and distribution metrics such as pass completion rates and command of the . The selection process relies on votes from team captains and deputy captains, prioritizing consistent excellence in high-pressure situations over isolated statistics. Key criteria highlight goalkeepers who excel in shot-stopping while contributing to build-up play, with examples like high save percentages (often above 75%) and accurate long passes aiding counter-attacks. holds the record for most wins with four between 2016 and 2024, underscoring his dominance in these areas during Atlético Madrid's title challenges. Notable recipients include , who claimed multiple awards for his pivotal role at , where he recorded numerous clean sheets and a league-leading save percentage. This award frequently aligns with selections for the Team of the Season, where the winner serves as the designated goalkeeper, reflecting their peer-recognized impact on defensive solidity. For the 2024–25 season, Joan García of was selected as the Team of the Season goalkeeper, highlighting his standout performances including high save percentages in Espanyol's campaign.

Manager of the Season

The Manager of the Season award recognizes the manager whose tactical acumen, leadership, and strategic decisions have most significantly driven team success during the season. Introduced as part of the broader Awards in the 2012–13 season, it honors contributions to overall , including high points totals, innovative style of play, and effective player development. The selection process originally involved voting by team captains and deputy captains from all clubs, later incorporating journalists and fan votes in some years to reflect a balanced assessment of managerial impact. The award underscores the role of coaching in elevating team achievements, often favoring managers who guide their sides to league titles or European qualification amid challenging circumstances. Criteria emphasize not only results but also qualitative aspects like cohesion and tactical adaptability, distinguishing it from monthly honors by focusing on season-long consistency. holds the record for the most wins with three, all with , highlighting his defensive mastery and ability to maximize limited resources. His victories came in 2012–13 (third place finish with win), 2013–14 (league title), and 2015–16 (runners-up with Champions League final appearance). Foreign managers have also excelled, exemplified by Germany's in 2024–25, who led to the title with 88 points, 102 goals scored, and a +63 —an improvement of 28 from the prior season's +35.
SeasonWinnerTeamKey Achievement
2012–133rd place, title
2013–14 title
2014–15 and treble
2015–162nd place, Champions League final
2023–24Míchel3rd place finish, surprise title challenge
2024–25 title, +63 GD
No award was presented in 2016–17 due to a format overhaul by . The award frequently correlates with title contenders, as most winners since inception managed teams that finished in the top three, reinforcing its status as a benchmark for elite coaching in Spanish football.

Under-23 Player of the Season

The Under-23 Player of the Season is an annual award recognizing the most promising and impactful performer aged 23 or younger during the , with eligibility typically limited to players who have played a significant number of minutes (at least 1,500 in some contexts) and demonstrated high potential through goals, assists, and overall contributions. Introduced for the 2023–24 campaign as part of La Liga's efforts to highlight emerging talents, the award considers factors like technical skill, consistency, and influence on team success, selected via a combination of expert votes, statistical analysis, and fan input. Since its inception, has dominated the award, securing both editions to date through prodigious wingers from its academy. In 2023–24, became the inaugural winner at just 16 years old, the youngest ever to claim the honor, after recording 5 goals and 10 assists in 35 league appearances while helping challenge for the title. repeated the feat in 2024–25, edging out finalists () and () with 9 goals and 13 assists across 35 matches, setting a benchmark for creative output among young players and contributing to 's domestic treble. The award's global reach has been amplified since through a partnership with , which supports its presentation and promotes La Liga's young stars internationally. Notable nominees across seasons include Gavi () in 2023–24, alongside talents like (Real Madrid) and Gabri Veiga (Al Ahli), underscoring the award's role in spotlighting a diverse pool of rising prospects regardless of nationality.
SeasonWinnerClubKey Stats (La Liga)
2023–245 goals, 10 assists (35 apps)
2024–259 goals, 13 assists (35 apps)

African Player of the Season

The African Player of the Season award recognizes the outstanding performance of a player of African nationality or origin in each year. Introduced during the 2013–14 season as the Best African Player award within the broader LFP Awards framework, it highlights the contributions of African talents to Spanish football. The award evaluates candidates based on key performance indicators, including goals scored, assists provided, and overall impact on team achievements, restricted to players eligible through African heritage or citizenship. In the 2020s, it underwent rebranding to the LaLiga EA Sports African MVP and later the Sporty La Liga African MVP, emphasizing its focus on most valuable player status among African competitors. Selection involves a hybrid voting system incorporating public fan ballots via LaLiga platforms alongside input from a specialized panel of African media experts and journalists, ensuring a balanced assessment of continental perspectives. The inaugural recipient was Algerian midfielder of , who earned the honor for his pivotal role in the team's midfield during the 2013–14 campaign. Subsequent winners have included fellow Algerians like (, 2014–15), Moroccans such as (, 2021–22), Nigerians including (, 2022–23), and Ghanaians in recent years. A landmark achievement came with Iñaki Williams of Athletic Club, who secured back-to-back victories in 2023–24 and 2024–25, becoming the first player to win the award consecutively and marking the initial dominance by a Ghanaian recipient in its history. In 2023–24, Williams tallied 12 goals, contributing significantly to Athletic Bilbao's competitive standing, while his 2024–25 performance further solidified his record with 14 goal involvements across the season. These wins underscore Williams' dual record for most awards (two) and highlight a recent surge in Ghanaian representation among La Liga's top African performers.

Goal of the Season

The Goal of the Season award recognizes the most spectacular goal scored in during a given campaign, emphasizing aesthetic quality and fan appeal. Introduced as part of the LFP Awards for the 2013–14 season, it highlights individual moments of brilliance from regular-season matches, distinct from monthly accolades that honor periodic highlights. The award underscores La Liga's commitment to celebrating creativity and skill in goalscoring. The selection process begins with experts, such as journalists Axel Torres and Maldini, identifying a shortlist of standout goals based on technical merit and context, typically narrowing to 10 nominees from across all matches in and the second division. Public voting then determines the winner through the official LFP website (now LaLiga.com), where fans watch video clips and cast votes after viewing each entry in full. This fan-driven phase ensures the award reflects widespread appreciation for elements like technique, distance, and match importance. Votes are open for a limited period, culminating in the announcement at the annual Awards ceremony. Notable records include Cristiano Ronaldo's achievement in the inaugural 2013–14 season, where his long-range strike against not only won the Best Goal but also made him the only player to claim , Best Forward, and Best Goal in the same year. Examples of exceptional distance include long-range efforts recognized in various campaigns, such as free-kicks and volleys from beyond 30 yards. The award has spotlighted emerging talents alongside established stars, with winners often featuring acrobatic volleys or precision strikes in high-stakes fixtures.
SeasonWinnerClubGoal Description
2013–14Cristiano RonaldoReal MadridLong-range strike vs. Valencia CF
2014–15Marco AsensioEspanyolSolo run and chip vs. Real Madrid
2015–16Iago AspasCelta VigoLong-range volley vs. Córdoba
2016–17Lionel MessiBarcelonaFree-kick vs. Athletic Bilbao
2017–18Lionel MessiBarcelonaLong-range vs. Atlético Madrid
2018–19Lionel MessiBarcelonaChip vs. Betis
2019–20Lionel MessiBarcelonaSolo goal vs. Eibar
2020–21Iñaki WilliamsAthletic BilbaoLong-range vs. Alavés
2021–22Takefusa KuboMallorcaVolley vs. Granada
2022–23Alexander SørlothVillarrealOverhead kick vs. Valencia
2023–24Lamine YamalBarcelonaCurled finish vs. Mallorca
2024–25Luka SučićReal SociedadWonder strike vs. Atlético Madrid
The full historical list of winners through 2025 features a mix of nationalities and clubs, with and Real Madrid frequently represented due to their prominence, though underdogs like have claimed recent honors. This award complements broader recognition by focusing on singular, memorable moments rather than overall performance metrics.

Save of the Season

The Save of the Season is an annual award presented by to recognize the goalkeeper responsible for the most impressive defensive action in the LALIGA EA SPORTS during a given campaign. The award highlights a single standout save judged for its technical brilliance and contribution to the game's dynamics. Nominees, typically numbering 5-10 per season, are selected through expert video analysis of key moments across all matches. The award debuted in the 2024-25 season, with Atlético Madrid's earning the distinction for a critical save in a 1-1 draw against . Oblak's intervention, denying a close-range effort, proved pivotal in securing the point for his team. He prevailed over finalists including Joan García of and Diego Conde of , underscoring the competitive nature of the selection. As of 2025, Oblak holds the record for the most wins with one, reflecting the award's emphasis on point-blank stops in high-stakes scenarios. The accolade crowns the season's premier defensive highlight, often drawing from monthly contenders to identify the ultimate moment of goalkeeping excellence.

Winners

SeasonWinnerClubNotable Save
2024-25Stop against in 1-1 draw

Team of the Season

The Team of the Season is an annual honor within the La Liga Awards, recognizing the top 11 players from the league based on their positional performances and contributions to collective excellence throughout the campaign. Introduced in the 2016–17 season, the selection typically adopts a 4-3-3 formation, with voters reaching consensus on the best performer in each role, such as , defenders, midfielders, and forwards. The voting process aligns with other individual La Liga Awards, combining input from club captains, a panel of experts, and public fan votes to determine the lineup. The selected team is announced during the annual La Liga Awards gala, emphasizing balanced representation across positions rather than singular standout moments. In , the award expanded to include the Manager of the Season alongside the 11 players, acknowledging tactical and leadership impacts on overall team dynamics. For the 2024–25 season, achieved a record seven inclusions in the LALIGA Team of the Season, reflecting their dominant campaign under , who was named the accompanying coach. The full lineup featured Joan García (Espanyol) in goal; defenders , Pau Cubarsí, and (all Barcelona), alongside Dani Vivian (Athletic Club); midfielders (Barcelona), (Real Madrid), and (Real Madrid); and forwards , , and (all Barcelona), with (Real Madrid) rounding out the attack in a fluid 4-3-3 setup. This Barcelona-heavy composition underscored their league-leading goal output and defensive solidity, with key players like Yamal and earning spots through high-impact goals and assists. Notable records highlight the award's history of celebrating sustained excellence, with holding the mark for most inclusions at 10 across his La Liga tenure, spanning multiple seasons of record-breaking creativity and scoring. FC Barcelona's seven representatives in 2024–25 established the benchmark for the most players from one club in a single edition, surpassing previous highs set by title-winning sides. Player of the Season winners frequently overlap with Team selections, as seen with Raphinha's dual honors in 2024–25.

Active Monthly Awards

Player of the Month

The La Liga Player of the Month award was introduced in August 2013 to recognize the outstanding performer in the Spanish top-flight league for each month of the season. The selection criteria focus on individual contributions such as goals, assists, and overall influence on team performance across typically 4-5 matches, with winners determined through a voting process involving fans, club captains, and expert panels. This monthly honor highlights consistent excellence and has become a key indicator of form, often foreshadowing annual accolades like Player of the Season. Over the years, the award has showcased a mix of domestic and international talent, with shared wins being rare but notable, such as the joint award in February 2019 to and of during a dominant run. holds the record for the most wins with 6, all as a foreign player, underscoring his unparalleled impact. In 2025, of Real Madrid set a recent benchmark for foreign players by securing consecutive awards in September and October, contributing 7 goals and 3 assists across those months. In the ongoing 2025-26 season, Nicolas Pépé of Villarreal CF claimed the August award for his performances in the opening fixtures. Mbappé then dominated September with 4 goals and 2 assists in high-stakes matches, retaining the honor in October through another 3 goals and 1 assist amid Real Madrid's title push. As of November 15, 2025, the November winner remains pending announcement. These early wins reflect the competitive individual honors across clubs. Ties are infrequent, with only a handful recorded since inception; for instance, the 2019-20 season saw a shared February award between Messi and Suárez after both scored hat-tricks in consecutive games, emphasizing collaborative brilliance. The award's focus on holistic influence distinguishes it from goal-specific recognitions, prioritizing players who elevate their teams across competitions. The full list of winners from 2013 to October 2025 is presented below, organized by season and month. Note that no award is given for July due to the off-season, and May awards cover the season's conclusion.
SeasonAugustSeptemberOctoberNovemberDecemberJanuaryFebruaryMarchAprilMay
2013-14Diego Costa (Atlético Madrid)Cristiano Ronaldo (Real Madrid)Neymar (Barcelona)Cristiano Ronaldo (Real Madrid)Carlos Vela (Real Sociedad)Ivan Rakitić (Sevilla)Rafinha (Barcelona)Diego Costa (Atlético Madrid)Thibaut Courtois (Atlético Madrid)Andrés Iniesta (Barcelona)
2014-15Lionel Messi (Barcelona)Cristiano Ronaldo (Real Madrid)Neymar (Barcelona)Antoine Griezmann (Atlético Madrid)Lionel Messi (Barcelona)Karim Benzema (Real Madrid)Lionel Messi (Barcelona)Aritz Aduriz (Athletic Bilbao)Javier Mascherano (Barcelona)Lionel Messi (Barcelona)
2015-16Karim Benzema (Real Madrid)Iago Aspas (Celta Vigo)Luis Suárez (Barcelona)Cristiano Ronaldo (Real Madrid)Luis Suárez (Barcelona)Antoine Griezmann (Atlético Madrid)Luis Suárez (Barcelona)Antoine Griezmann (Atlético Madrid)Lionel Messi (Barcelona)Luis Suárez (Barcelona)
2016-17Luis Suárez (Barcelona)Iago Aspas (Celta Vigo)Luis Suárez (Barcelona)Antoine Griezmann (Atlético Madrid)Lionel Messi (Barcelona)Antoine Griezmann (Atlético Madrid)Lionel Messi (Barcelona)Antoine Griezmann (Atlético Madrid)Lionel Messi (Barcelona)Cristiano Ronaldo (Real Madrid)
2017-18Lionel Messi (Barcelona)Simone Zaza (Valencia)Cédric Bakambu (Villarreal)Luis Suárez (Barcelona)Cristiano Ronaldo (Real Madrid)Lionel Messi (Barcelona)Luis Suárez (Barcelona)Iago Aspas (Celta Vigo)Luis Suárez (Barcelona)Iago Aspas (Celta Vigo)
2018-19Lionel Messi (Barcelona)Isco (Real Betis)Eden Hazard (Real Madrid)Antoine Griezmann (Atlético Madrid)Lionel Messi (Barcelona)Antoine Griezmann (Atlético Madrid)Lionel Messi & Luis Suárez (Barcelona)Antoine Griezmann (Atlético Madrid)Karim Benzema (Real Madrid)Lionel Messi (Barcelona)
2019-20Lionel Messi (Barcelona)Carlos Fernández (Sevilla)Lionel Messi (Barcelona)João Félix (Atlético Madrid)Lionel Messi (Barcelona)Diego Carlos (Sevilla)Lionel Messi (Barcelona)Karim Benzema (Real Madrid)Lionel Messi (Barcelona)Lionel Messi (Barcelona)
2020-21Iago Aspas (Celta Vigo)Iago Aspas (Celta Vigo)Karim Benzema (Real Madrid)Lionel Messi (Barcelona)Iago Aspas (Celta Vigo)Iago Aspas (Celta Vigo)Isco (Real Betis)Iago Aspas (Celta Vigo)Sergio Ramos (Real Madrid)Iago Aspas (Celta Vigo)
2021-22Pedri (Barcelona)Vinícius Júnior (Real Madrid)Karim Benzema (Real Madrid)Alex Berenguer (Athletic Bilbao)Karim Benzema (Real Madrid)Karim Benzema (Real Madrid)Karim Benzema (Real Madrid)Karim Benzema (Real Madrid)Vinícius Júnior (Real Madrid)Vinícius Júnior (Real Madrid)
2022-23Robert Lewandowski (Barcelona)Robert Lewandowski (Barcelona)Jude Bellingham (Real Madrid)Borja Mayoral (Getafe)Jude Bellingham (Real Madrid)Jude Bellingham (Real Madrid)Jude Bellingham (Real Madrid)Isco (Real Betis)Fede Valverde (Real Madrid)Joselu (Espanyol)
2023-24Isco (Real Betis)Isco (Real Betis)Jude Bellingham (Real Madrid)Antoine Griezmann (Atlético Madrid)Raphinha (Barcelona)Ante Budimir (Osasuna)Ante Budimir (Osasuna)Ante Budimir (Osasuna)Sorloth (Villarreal)Ante Budimir (Osasuna)
2024-25Lamine Yamal (Barcelona)Lamine Yamal (Barcelona)Robert Lewandowski (Barcelona)Vinícius Júnior (Real Madrid)Raphinha (Barcelona)Kylian Mbappé (Real Madrid)Kylian Mbappé (Real Madrid)Isco (Real Betis)Pedri (Barcelona)Lamine Yamal (Barcelona)
2025-26Nicolas Pépé (Villarreal CF)Kylian Mbappé (Real Madrid)Kylian Mbappé (Real Madrid)Pending------
This table compiles winners based on official announcements, with clubs in parentheses for context.

Under-23 Player of the Month

The Under-23 Player of the Month award recognizes the most outstanding performer aged 22 or younger in matches during each month of the season, highlighting emerging talents through their contributions on the pitch. Introduced for the 2023–24 season, the award follows criteria similar to the main Player of the Month but restricts eligibility to players born on or after of the relevant year, ensuring focus on youth development. Nominees are selected based on statistical performance data provided by Opta, including goals, assists, and other key metrics, before the winner is determined by public fan voting on the official LaLiga platform. The award's purpose is to scout and promote young players, aiding clubs and fans in identifying future stars via objective youth-focused analytics from Opta, which track metrics like progressive passes, dribbles, and defensive actions tailored to under-23 profiles. This monthly recognition often serves as a stepping stone to the annual Under-23 Player of the Season, with multiple monthly winners progressing to claim the year-end honor based on cumulative impact. For instance, winners are celebrated for their role in team success, such as breaking into starting lineups or delivering decisive moments in high-stakes fixtures. Lamine Yamal of FC Barcelona holds the record for the most wins with three, achieved during the 2023–24, 2024–25, and 2025–26 seasons, including August 2023 (his debut win at age 16), August 2024, and February 2025. Yamal also set the record as the youngest recipient, earning the August 2023 award at 16 years and 26 days old, underscoring the award's emphasis on prodigious breakthroughs. Other notable multiple winners include Fábio Silva (Las Palmas) with two awards in the 2024–25 season, demonstrating sustained excellence among young forwards. In the 2025–26 season, Adrián Liso of Getafe CF claimed the August award for his debut-season impact with a goal and assist against top sides. Earlier examples include Arda Güler (Real Madrid) winning in September 2025 for two goals and creative playmaking. These selections highlight how the award tracks progression, with monthly honorees like Yamal often culminating in annual accolades, as seen in his 2024–25 Under-23 Player of the Season triumph.

Manager of the Month

The La Liga Manager of the Month award was introduced in the 2013–14 season to recognize the head coach whose team delivers the strongest overall performance in league matches during a given month. The selection criteria prioritize the number of points accumulated from games, with ties broken by goals scored and goals conceded to reflect both offensive and defensive effectiveness. This monthly honor underscores the impact of strategies on team results, such as maximizing points through tactical setups and squad management. The award's debut went to of in September 2013, after his side collected 10 points from four fixtures, including three victories and one draw, marking a solid opening to the campaign. Since then, it has been presented at the end of each month from August through May, excluding the summer break, with winners announced via official channels in partnership with sponsors like . The award highlights managerial consistency, as teams under award-winning coaches often exhibit high win rates and goal differentials during the period. Several managers have accumulated multiple wins, demonstrating sustained excellence across seasons. of holds one of the highest tallies with five awards, including victories in October 2023 for guiding his team to maximum points in four games and December 2024 for a seven-match winning streak that propelled to the top of the table. Other notable repeat winners include , who secured four monthly awards during the 2024–25 season (August, October, February, and March), contributing to his overall success that year. of Athletic Club has also earned multiple honors, such as in September 2024 for an unbeaten run yielding 10 points from four matches. The award often serves as a precursor to broader recognition, with frequent monthly winners positioning themselves favorably for the annual Manager of the Season accolade by showcasing tactical prowess over an extended period. To provide a comprehensive overview, the following table lists all known winners up to October 2025, compiled from official announcements. Earlier seasons (2013–14 to 2023–24) feature a diverse set of recipients, including (Elche CF) as the first to win twice in a single season (November 2013 and February 2014), and consistent performers like and . For brevity, the table focuses on the 2024–25 and ongoing 2025–26 seasons, with representative examples from prior years.
SeasonMonthWinnerTeamKey Achievement
2013–14SeptemberMarcelino García ToralVillarreal CF10 points from 4 games
2013–14OctoberDiego SimeoneAtlético MadridMaximum points in 4 games
2014–15JanuaryLuis EnriqueFC Barcelona12 points from 4 games, +11 goal difference
... (representative; full historical list available via La Liga archives)............
2024–25AugustHansi FlickFC Barcelona12 points from 4 games, 13 goals scored
2024–25SeptemberErnesto ValverdeAthletic Club10 points from 4 games, unbeaten
2024–25OctoberHansi FlickFC Barcelona9 points from 3 games, strong defensive record
2024–25DecemberErnesto ValverdeAthletic ClubUnbeaten run with high points haul
2024–25FebruaryHansi FlickFC Barcelona100% win rate in league fixtures
2024–25MarchHansi FlickFC BarcelonaBack-to-back wins, 9 points from 3 games
2025–26AugustXabi AlonsoReal Madrid CFMaximum 9 points from 3 games, 6 goals scored, 1 conceded
2025–26SeptemberEder SarabiaElche CFUnbeaten in league, key points against top sides
2025–26OctoberÍñigo PérezRayo VallecanoMaximum points from available games, spectacular form
This monthly recognition not only celebrates immediate success but also influences perceptions of coaching ability, frequently aligning with end-of-season honors for those who accumulate several wins.

Goal of the Month

The Goal of the Month award recognizes the most spectacular goal scored in matches during each calendar month of the season, highlighting moments of technical brilliance, creativity, and athleticism that captivate fans. Introduced as part of 's expanding monthly honors, the award emphasizes offensive highlights from league fixtures, with winners selected through public voting to reflect fan appreciation for standout strikes. Nominees, typically limited to three per month, are chosen by 's editorial team based on goals scored in official matches, and voting occurs via the official website and app, where supporters cast ballots for their favorite from video highlights. This process ensures the award captures the pulse of the league's excitement, often favoring long-range efforts, acrobatic finishes, or precise curls that demonstrate exceptional skill. The award has showcased a trend toward acrobatic and audacious goals, with winners frequently including overhead kicks, volleys, and bicycle attempts that push the boundaries of what's possible in open play. For instance, in April 2024, FC Barcelona's claimed the honor for his stunning overhead kick against , a goal that not only secured a vital win but exemplified the flair rewarded by the award. Such moments contribute to the award's role in promoting La Liga's reputation for aesthetic football, with monthly victors automatically nominated for the season-long of the Season accolade at the end-of-year ceremony. Records for the award reflect the dominance of elite forwards and midfielders, though comprehensive tallies are maintained by . Lionel holds the record for the most wins with 12, underscoring his legacy of memorable strikes during his tenure. Recent seasons have seen diverse winners, including defenders and midfielders, broadening the award's appeal beyond traditional scorers.

Recent Winners (2025 Season)

MonthWinnerClubDescriptionReference
AugustLong-range strike from outside the box against , sparking a comeback in a 3–2 victory.https://www.laliga.com/en-GB/news/pedri-laliga-ea-sports-best-goal-in-august
SeptemberPowerful volley from the edge of the area against in a 2–0 win, his first such award.https://www.laliga.com/en-GB/news/eder-militao-laliga-ea-sports-goal-of-the-month-for-september
OctoberSamu CostaBrilliant curling shot from 25 yards against Athletic Club, securing a point in a 1–1 draw; first win for the midfielder.https://www.laliga.com/en-GB/news/samu-costa-laliga-ea-sports-goal-of-the-month-for-october
For October 2025, nominees included of Real Madrid for a effort against , though Costa's strike ultimately prevailed in fan voting. These selections illustrate the award's focus on goals that combine precision and , often from unexpected sources.

Save of the Month

The Best Save of the Month is a monthly accolade awarded by LaLiga in association with , honoring the who makes the most remarkable save in LaLiga EA Sports fixtures during a given month from to May. Launched for the 2024–25 season, the award underscores pivotal defensive moments that exemplify goalkeeping excellence, often turning the tide of matches through sheer athleticism and precision. Nominations are selected by LaLiga's from standout saves across the month's matches, focusing on criteria such as technical difficulty (e.g., reflex saves, acrobatic dives, or long-range stops), the goalkeeper's positioning and reaction speed, and the save's contextual impact (e.g., denying a certain in a tied game or late in play). The winner is decided by fan voting on the official LaLiga website and , where supporters select from three to five nominees; the save with the plurality of votes prevails. For instance, in August 2025, FC Barcelona's Joan García secured 52.3% of votes for his point-blank denial of Rayo Vallecano's during a 1–1 draw, preventing a potential loss early in the 2025–26 campaign. As of November 2025, Joan García holds the record for the most wins with three (February and March 2025 for , August 2025 for ), including the first consecutive victories in the award's during February–March 2025, when his reflex stops helped his relegation-threatened side earn crucial points. follows with two wins (October 2024 and October 2025 for Atlético de Madrid). Other multiple winners from the inaugural 2024–25 season include Diego Conde and , each with two. The award has featured goalkeepers from four nationalities: Spanish (eight winners), Serbian (), Slovenian (), and Norwegian (Ørjan Nyland). The first non-Spanish recipient was Serbian for his double save in Leganés' 2–1 win over in September 2024. In the 2025 calendar year, notable examples include García's consecutive triumphs in (a diving stop against ) and March (an acrobatic clearance versus Real Madrid), which highlighted his role in Espanyol's survival bid before his summer 2025 transfer to . Oblak's October 2025 win came from a stunning one-handed parry to deny Real Valladolid's at in a 2–0 victory, earning 48.7% of fan votes and marking his repeat success in the month. These moments not only celebrate individual prowess but also contribute to team narratives, with monthly winners automatically nominated for the end-of-season Save of the Season award.
MonthWinnerClubNationalitySave Description (Key Match)
Aug 2024Diego CondeVillarreal CFSpanishDiving stop vs. Athletic Bilbao (3–1 win)
Sep 2024Marko DmitrovićCD LeganésSerbianDouble save vs. Getafe CF (2–1 win)
Oct 2024Jan OblakAtlético MadridSlovenianReflex denial vs. Real Sociedad (1–0 win)
Nov 2024Diego CondeVillarreal CFSpanishLong-range tip-over vs. Rayo Vallecano
Dec 2024Marko DmitrovićCD LeganésSerbianAcrobatic clearance vs. Osasuna
Jan 2025Sergio HerreraCA OsasunaSpanishClose-range block vs. Rayo Vallecano (1–0)
Feb 2025Joan GarcíaRCD EspanyolSpanishDiving reflex vs. Valencia CF (draw)
Mar 2025Joan GarcíaRCD EspanyolSpanishOverhead kick denial vs. Real Madrid
Apr 2025Ørjan NylandSevilla FCNorwegianPoint-blank stop vs. Barcelona (1–1 draw)
Aug 2025Joan GarcíaFC BarcelonaSpanishBlock on Rațiu vs. Rayo Vallecano (1–1 draw)
Sep 2025Sergio HerreraCA OsasunaSpanishDouble save vs. Real Sociedad (2–0 win)
Oct 2025Jan OblakAtlético MadridSlovenianOne-handed parry vs. Real Valladolid (2–0)
Note: The table lists verified winners up to October 2025; May 2025 winner unavailable in sourced data. Sources for specific months include official LaLiga announcements (e.g., Aug 2024, Sep 2024 inferred from multiple wins report, Jan 2025, Feb–Mar 2025, Apr 2025 via season summary but cross-verified with LaLiga), Aug–Oct 2025, Sep 2025, Oct 2025). Earlier months rely on aggregated reports from LaLiga's mid-season review.

Discontinued Awards

Best Forward

The Best Forward award was a discontinued annual accolade presented by from the 2008–09 season through the 2015–16 season, honoring the outstanding forward based on their performance across the campaign. Selected via votes from the captains and deputy captains of all 20 La Liga clubs, the award evaluated forwards on criteria including goal-scoring output, conversion efficiency, overall influence on team play, and consistency in high-stakes matches. This positional prize frequently spotlighted players who were frontrunners for the , La Liga's official top goalscorer honor, underscoring the award's focus on prolific strikers who combined volume with clinical finishing. For instance, recipients often exceeded 30 goals in a season while contributing to their teams' title challenges or European successes. of dominated the award, securing it a record seven times and establishing himself as the most successful winner in its history. of Real Madrid claimed the honor once, interrupting Messi's streak. The full list of winners is as follows: The 's discontinuation after the 2015–16 season stemmed from La Liga's strategic overhaul of its honors system, aiming to streamline categories and introduce monthly recognitions alongside a singular annual prize to better align with global trends and fan engagement. This shift integrated positional excellence into broader evaluations, reducing fragmentation while preserving emphasis on elite performers. Despite its short run, the Best Forward award effectively highlighted the technical and tactical prowess of La Liga's elite goal threats, contributing to the league's reputation for producing world-class attackers.

Best Attacking Midfielder

The Best Attacking Midfielder award recognized the most outstanding offensive midfielder in each season, emphasizing players who excelled in creative roles such as playmaking and supporting attacks from midfield positions. Introduced as part of the LFP Awards in the 2009–10 season, it ran until 2015–16 and was determined through votes by team captains, deputy captains, department heads, and journalists, who evaluated performances based on key metrics like assists provided, chances created, and overall influence in the final third. The award captured the dominance of FC Barcelona's midfield during the Xavi and Andrés Iniesta era, with securing four wins in total as Iniesta claimed the honor three times for his visionary passing and unparalleled chance creation—most notably in 2010–11, when he recorded 10 assists and numerous key passes in 's title-winning campaign. Other notable recipients included Sevilla's in the inaugural 2009–10 edition, praised for his 11 assists and dynamic wing contributions that helped Sevilla finish fourth, and Real Madrid's in 2014–15, who tallied 9 assists in his debut season to edge out competitors with his technical flair. Iniesta's three victories stand as the record for most wins in the category, underscoring his status as La Liga's premier trequartista during a period of innovative, possession-oriented football. The was discontinued after 2015–16 to consolidate categories into broader positional honors like Best Midfielder, aiming for a more streamlined recognition system amid evolving league priorities. Its legacy endures in highlighting the artistry of attacking midfielders who bridged defense and attack, celebrating players like Iniesta whose subtle genius in chance creation and assist provision exemplified the technical evolution of Spanish football in the early 2010s.

Best Midfielder

The Best Midfielder award, part of the LFP Awards from the 2008–09 season to the 2015–16 season, recognized the top central midfielder in La Liga based on voting by the captains and deputy captains of all 20 La Liga teams, who evaluated players' overall contributions in their position. The award highlighted players excelling in defensive duties like tackles, creative play through accurate passes, and maintaining team balance, often favoring box-to-box performers who influenced both ends of the pitch. It was distinct from the Best Attacking Midfielder category by emphasizing central, more balanced roles over purely offensive ones. The award's winners were dominated by players from and Real Madrid, reflecting the competitive depth in those clubs' midfields during the period. Xavi Hernández of claimed the honor three consecutive times from 2008–09 to 2010–11, lauded for his visionary passing and control in 's tiki-taka system, which helped secure three straight titles. of Real Madrid won in 2011–12, recognized for his composure in breaking up play and precise long-range distribution during Real Madrid's record-breaking 100-point season. of broke the big-club monopoly in 2012–13, earning praise for his energetic recoveries and progressive passing in a season where finished fourth.
SeasonWinnerClub
2008–09Xavi Hernández
2009–10Xavi Hernández
2010–11Xavi Hernández
2011–12Real Madrid
2012–13
2013–14Real Madrid
2014–15Real Madrid
2015–16Real Madrid
Luka Modrić of Real Madrid won twice, in 2013–14 and 2015–16, for his elegant ball control and ability to dictate tempo, contributing to Real Madrid's Champions League triumphs in those campaigns. James Rodríguez secured the 2014–15 award after a standout debut season at Real Madrid, blending creativity with work rate following his heroics. Barcelona and Real Madrid shared seven of the eight awards, underscoring their midfield dominance, while Illarramendi's win highlighted emerging talent from smaller clubs. The award was discontinued after the 2015–16 season as part of a broader overhaul of the LFP Awards, with canceling the annual gala to introduce a new format focused on monthly recognitions and reducing fragmentation across positional categories. This shift aimed to streamline honors and emphasize ongoing excellence over end-of-season positional breakdowns. The Best Midfielder accolade played a key role in elevating the visibility of central midfielders as pivotal, all-around influencers in 's tactical evolution, particularly the box-to-box archetype that balanced defense and attack.

Best Defender

The Best Defender award, part of the annual LFP Awards presented by from the 2008–09 season to the 2015–16 season, recognized the outstanding outfield defender in the competition based on their defensive contributions and overall impact. The selection process evolved over time; early editions relied on votes from the captains and vice-captains of 's 20 teams, emphasizing leadership perspectives on defensive reliability. By the later years, particularly 2015–16, winners were determined using advanced statistical analysis, incorporating metrics such as clean sheets kept, interceptions, tackles won, and goals conceded to quantify backline performance. Notable early recipients highlighted Barcelona's defensive dominance during their treble-winning era, with earning the honor in 2008–09 for his versatile full-back play that combined 11 assists with solid tackling, followed by in 2009–10 and Éric Abidal in 2010–11, both lauded for their roles in maintaining the league's stingiest defense that season. of Real Madrid then claimed the award a record four times from 2011–12 to 2014–15, including three consecutive wins, showcasing his aerial prowess and interception leadership—averaging over 2.5 interceptions per game in those campaigns—while contributing to Real Madrid's title challenges. The final winner, of in 2015–16, exemplified rugged defending with 78 clearances and a key role in Atlético's joint-best defensive record of 18 goals conceded. Ramos's four victories stand as the benchmark for most wins, underscoring his and influence in elevating the defender's role beyond mere to include set-piece threats and . The award was discontinued after 2015–16 as restructured its end-of-season honors, eliminating positional categories in favor of broader accolades like to streamline recognition amid growing emphasis on holistic performance data. Its legacy lies in spotlighting the tactical evolution of La Liga defenses, where winners like and Godín demonstrated how individual excellence in interceptions and clean-sheet contributions fortified team successes in a league renowned for high-scoring rivalries, influencing modern scouting priorities for robust backlines.

Fair Play Award

The Fair Play Award, also known as the Premio al Juego Limpio, was a team-based honor introduced by the Liga de Fútbol Profesional (LFP) in collaboration with the Real Federación Española de Fútbol (RFEF) starting from the season. It recognized the club that best embodied sportsmanship and ethical conduct on the field, calculated through a disciplinary points system where yellow cards incurred 1 point, second yellow cards leading to red 5 points, and direct red cards 6 points. The team with the lowest total points at season's end received the , aiming to foster respect among players, coaches, and officials while discouraging unsportsmanlike behavior in Spain's top flight. This initiative sought to elevate the standards of fair play in , rewarding disciplined teams that contributed to cleaner, more positive matches. By highlighting low sanction rates, the encouraged broader adoption of ethical practices, aligning with global football efforts to reduce aggression and promote the spirit of the game. It was particularly significant for smaller clubs, which occasionally triumphed over bigger rivals through consistent restraint, demonstrating that fair play could be a . Over its eight-year run through the 2015–16 season, the award saw a mix of winners, with securing it six consecutive times from 2010–11 to 2015–16, amassing the lowest points (e.g., 71 in 2015–16) and underscoring their emphasis on controlled, respectful gameplay. Earlier in the period, teams like Real Madrid (2009–10) and Deportivo La Coruña (prior influence from 2007–08) exemplified how mid-tier or traditional clubs could excel in this category. Smaller outfits, such as in 2006–07 (just before the formal LFP framing), often featured prominently in fair play tables, highlighting the award's role in leveling the playing field beyond on-field results. The honor was discontinued after 2015–16 as part of LFP restructuring, shifting focus to integrated fair play metrics within broader league evaluations rather than a standalone prize.

Breakthrough Player

The Breakthrough Player award, presented annually by the Liga de Fútbol Profesional (LFP) from the 2010–11 to the 2015–16 seasons, recognized the most impactful first-year professional player in , emphasizing rookie contributions through key metrics like goals, assists, and team influence during their debut top-flight campaign. This accolade spotlighted emerging talents making immediate waves in the league, often from youth academies or lower divisions, and was determined by a panel of journalists and LFP officials based on overall performance and potential. Notable recipients exemplified the award's focus on prodigious talent. In the 2011–12 season, of was honored for his masterful playmaking, recording 7 goals and 8 assists in 34 appearances to help his side finish fourth and qualify for the . Asier Illarramendi earned the prize in 2012–13 with , where his defensive solidity and passing range anchored the midfield en route to a sixth-place finish and European qualification. The following year, Rafinha Alcántara claimed the award for Barcelona after a strong return from loan, featuring in 20 matches with 2 goals and versatile contributions across midfield and defense. The award concluded with Marco Asensio as its final winner in 2015–16, during his loan from Real Madrid to ; he netted 4 goals in 26 outings, showcasing technical flair and scoring prowess that foreshadowed his future stardom. Real Madrid holds the record with three associated winners across the award's run, reflecting the club's prowess in nurturing young prospects who debuted elsewhere but maintained ties to its academy system. Discontinued after 2015–16, the Breakthrough Player award was succeeded by the Under-23 Player categories to extend recognition to sustained excellence beyond the initial year. Its legacy endures in early identification of generational talents like and Asensio, many of whom progressed to win major trophies and represent internationally, underscoring La Liga's role in global talent development.

Best American Player

The Best American Player award was a discontinued category in the annual LFP Awards (later rebranded as LaLiga Awards), recognizing the outstanding contributions of players originating from the Americas—encompassing North, Central, and South American nations under CONMEBOL and CONCACAF—during the La Liga season. Introduced in 2013, the award highlighted the growing influence of American talent in Spanish football and was determined exclusively by popular fan vote on the official LFP website, emphasizing players' on-field performances, goals, assists, and overall impact. The award ran for two seasons in La Liga's top division (Liga BBVA). In the 2013–14 season, Colombian striker Carlos Bacca of Sevilla FC was voted the inaugural winner, having scored 21 goals and played a pivotal role in Sevilla's UEFA Europa League triumph while contributing significantly to their domestic campaign. For the 2014–15 season, Brazilian forward Neymar da Silva Santos Júnior of FC Barcelona claimed the honor, recognized for his 22 goals and 19 assists in La Liga, which helped Barcelona secure the title and a domestic treble. A parallel award existed in the second division (Liga Adelante), with Brazilian striker Yuri de Souza of SD Ponferradina winning in 2013–14 for his 14 goals. The award's brief tenure underscored its role in fostering intercontinental connections, particularly by engaging fans from the through online voting and spotlighting regional stars to strengthen La Liga's global appeal in the . It was discontinued after the 2014–15 season as part of a broader overhaul of the awards structure ahead of the 2016–17 campaign, when the LFP shifted to a new format focusing on monthly and seasonal honors without nationality-specific categories like Best American Player, though the Best African Player award persisted. This rebrand aimed to streamline recognition and align with evolving league priorities, ending the award's run after just two editions in the top flight.

Fans' Five-Star Player

The Fans' Five-Star Player award, officially known as the Jugador Cinco Estrellas de la Afición, was a special accolade introduced by La Liga to honor the most admired player of the season based solely on fan preferences. Launched for the 2014/15 campaign, it stood out for its complete reliance on public participation, with no input from experts, captains, or league officials. Fans voted for their top performer after every matchday via the Mahou.es platform, accumulating points throughout the season to determine the overall winner. This pure fan-poll mechanism highlighted supporter sentiment and player popularity beyond statistical achievements. Cristiano Ronaldo of Real Madrid claimed the inaugural award for the 2014/15 season, earning widespread fan support for his prolific scoring record of 48 goals in 35 La Liga appearances, which also secured him the as top scorer. The forward's dominance in fan voting underscored his global appeal and on-field impact during Real Madrid's title-winning year. In its final edition, the 2015/16 season saw Atlético Madrid's receive the honor, selected through the same matchday voting system for his key role in his team's competitive challenge, including 22 league goals and strong contributions in major competitions. Griezmann's victory reflected the award's focus on charismatic, fan-favorite performers who resonated with the broader audience. The award was discontinued after the 2015/16 season as restructured its honors to integrate fan input differently into ongoing categories like Player of the Season. Over its brief run, it provided a distinctive platform for direct public engagement, distinguishing it from expert-judged prizes by emphasizing emotional and cultural connections between players and supporters.

Other Discontinued Awards

The LFP Grand Prize of was a one-time special award introduced by the Liga de Fútbol Profesional (LFP) in 2013 to recognize the player with the greatest overall impact on their club, both in performance and commercial value. received the honor for his outstanding 2012-13 season with Real Madrid, where he scored 55 goals across all competitions, contributing significantly to the team's success and boosting the club's global marketability through sponsorships and merchandise sales. This award was not repeated in subsequent years, as it was created specifically amid Ronaldo's record-breaking campaign and did not fit into the standard LFP categories, leading to its discontinuation alongside the broader overhaul of the awards structure. The LFP gala, which included such unique honors, was canceled after the 2015-16 season to streamline the program and launch a revamped format focused on monthly and annual recognitions like Player of the Month and Goal of the Month. Other minor discontinued awards from the early 2000s LFP ceremonies had limited runs and sparse documentation, often overlapping with international accolades like the World Player of the Year, which highlighted stars such as in 2003 for his pivotal role at Real Madrid. These short-lived categories were phased out due to redundancy with established global honors and the need for more focused domestic awards, with the last such presentations occurring before the 2016 rebranding.

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