Mourinho, Bellingham, and Guler Are Already Lighting Up La Liga and Barcelona Only Has Goal Difference

Real Madrid is straight-up dominating early in the 2026/27 La Liga season, and it’s already got the league talking! After what was an absolutely unforgettable last season, the club made a massive overhaul this summer. They brought in six major signings and, most importantly, legendary manager Jose Mourinho. Now, only three games in, they’ve got three huge nominations for August’s La Liga monthly awards, and it’s got to be making everyone else nervous.

Jose Mourinho’s Masterclass Return

Mourinho, back for his second spell after a 13-year hiatus, is showing everyone why he’s “The Special One.” He’s steered Los Blancos to a perfect 3-0 record right out of the gate, bagging wins against RCD Espanyol, Real Sociedad, and Malaga. That’s why he’s in the running for La Liga Coach of the Month for August. He’s delivering results, and you can see his efforts paying off. He’s up against Barcelona’s Hansi Flick and Alaves’ Quique Sanchez Flores, but with a start like this, you have to wonder if it’s even a contest.

Bellingham and Guler Are Unstoppable

It’s not just the coaching staff getting love either. Midfield maestro Jude Bellingham is back in his preferred attacking midfield role, thanks to Mourinho, and he’s absolutely tearing it up! Two goals and two assists already this season? Seriously, the guy looks back to his best, impressing with his overall game. He’s a lock for the La Liga Player of the Month nomination. Raphinha, Aubameyang, Baena, and Tenaglia are his competition, but Bellingham’s impact is undeniable.

And don’t sleep on Arda Guler! The Turkish international, also a playmaker, is nominated for the La Liga U23 Player of the Month. He’s started two of Real Madrid’s three games and already bagged a goal and an assist. This kid is for real, competing with Xavi Espart, Miguel Sierra, Javi Hernandez, and Yassir Zabiri for the award.

Real Madrid sits second in La Liga right now, trailing only Barcelona on goal difference. With three wins from three, a perfect start under a returning legend, and three major award nominations already, it’s clear this team is building something special. Can they keep this momentum going and push past their rivals? The early returns are in, and Los Blancos are looking absolutely electric!

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Originally reported by Yahoo Sports.