The promoted teams were Sevilla, Betis and Tenerife.
Both Sevilla and Betis returned to the top flight after a year absence while Tenerife returned to the top fight after a two-year absence.
They replaced Oviedo, Racing Santander and Numancia, ending their top flight spells of thirteen, eight and two-year respectively.
2001–02 season was composed of the following clubs: (*) Promoted from Segunda División The Pichichi Trophy is awarded to the player who scores the most goals in a season.
Manuel Pablo (Deportivo de La Coruña) and Everton Giovanella (Celta Vigo) footballers[7]