We are in the run-in to many of the European league’s title races. If we look at the Premier League, it is Manchester United, Chelsea, Arsenal and Tottenham in the top four, while in La Liga Real Madrid are first, followed by Barcelona, Valencia and Mallorca.
Most league tables are based on how many points a team has. How about these top fours? How are they decided?
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Yes it is HP!
And I wonder how it affects their success (or will do)? Does the money made from the fans help the team to be successful?
Is it the size of their stadiums?
Hi sean2sean,
That’s not the right answer. If it were based on the age of the club, Stoke would be top in England and Sevilla in La Liga. Nice try!
Is it the oldest clubs in the leagues?