1972–73 La Liga
| Season | 1972–73 | 
|---|---|
| Champions | Atlético Madrid  (7th title)  | 
| Relegated | Real Betis  Deportivo La Coruña Burgos  | 
| European Cup | Atlético Madrid | 
| Cup Winners' Cup | Athletic Bilbao | 
| UEFA Cup | Barcelona  Español Real Madrid  | 
| Matches played | 306 | 
| Goals scored | 656 (2.14 per match) | 
| Top goalscorer | Marianín (19 goals) | 
| Biggest home win | Real Madrid 6–1 Real Sociedad Zaragoza 5–0 Deportivo La Coruña  | 
| Biggest away win | Castellón 1–4 Athletic Bilbao | 
| Highest scoring | Real Madrid 6–1 Real Sociedad | 
← 1971–72  1973–74 →   | |
The 1972–73 La Liga was the 42nd season since its establishment. It began on 2 September 1972, and concluded on 20 May 1973.