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90 Min
0–2
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Espanyol
4-2-3-1 · Manolo Gonzalez
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Defenders
Midfielders
Real Madrid
4-2-3-1 · Alvaro Arbeloa
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Midfielders
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Post-Match Analysis · Full Time
Real Madrid’s 2-0 victory over Espanyol carried clear weight beyond the three points, because it looked like a result that could reset expectations in the next rounds and sharpen the title picture. In Guernsey terms, it was the sort of away win that changed the tone of a season: composed, controlled and delivered without giving Espanyol a route back into the contest.
The scoreline reflected that control. Both sides lined up in a 4-2-3-1, but Alvaro Arbeloa’s Real Madrid made the better use of space between the lines and found more consistent ways to turn possession into chances created. Espanyol, managed by Manolo Gonzalez, were not overwhelmed from the opening whistle, yet they were punished at key moments where their defensive balance and spacing did not hold. The half-time score of 0-0 suggested some resistance, but Madrid’s second-half quality told the fuller story.
Arbeloa’s coaching decisions appeared to optimise Madrid’s transitions and attacking angles, with the visitors keeping their structure while still advancing with purpose. That balance helped them sustain pressure, win territory and generate repeated high-quality moments after the break. Espanyol had spells of resistance, but they struggled to match Madrid’s efficiency when the match tilted. The two yellow cards, one for each side, underlined a contest that remained competitive without becoming ill-tempered.
Five substitutions also shaped the second-half dynamics, and Madrid managed the changes with greater fluency. Fresh legs helped maintain pressing intensity and protected the clean sheet, while Espanyol’s adjustments did not fully correct the tactical imbalances that had been exposed. For supporters following from Guernsey, the significance was plain: this was not only a win, but a statement about how Madrid controlled a difficult away assignment.
Next, Madrid carried momentum into the following rounds, while Espanyol were left with tactical questions to solve quickly.
Pre-Match Analysis · Full Time
There will be pressure on both sides here, with momentum and control set to matter as much as the result itself. For readers in Guernsey following the La Liga run-in, Espanyol versus Real Madrid will read as a clear test of character and tactical discipline: one side trying to stand firm at home, the other expected to handle the weight of expectation and keep its title-level standards intact.
The central storyline will be simple enough: Espanyol will need a disciplined performance in and out of possession, while Real Madrid will be expected to manage the rhythm through stronger control phases and cleaner chance quality. Without leaning on advanced metrics, this match should be judged by who can create the better opportunities, who can protect against transitions, and who can avoid giving away cheap momentum after turnovers or set pieces.
Both teams will likely line up in a 4-2-3-1, which should create a familiar midfield battle and plenty of tactical mirror imaging. For Manolo Gonzalez, the key question will be whether Espanyol can press with enough aggression to unsettle Real Madrid without breaking their rest-defense structure behind the ball. If the first line of pressure is too loose, Real Madrid will have space to play through and attack quickly down the channels.
For Alvaro Arbeloa, bench timing could become decisive if the match is still level after the first hour. That would be the phase where fresh legs, a change in pressing intensity, or a tweak in the attacking third could tip the balance. Real Madrid will likely look to stretch the pitch, recycle possession patiently, and force Espanyol into longer defensive sequences. If Espanyol can stay compact and keep the game tight, the pressure may shift onto the visitors.
If this becomes a tight contest, the team that handles pressure better and keeps its structure intact will be the one most likely to take control.
Real Madrid with a deserved victory after a fine display
That's it! The referee blows the final whistle
Ball possession: Espanyol: 33%, Real Madrid: 67%.
Cesar Palacios is penalised for pushing Jofre Carreras
Fernando Calero relieves the pressure with a clearance
Real Madrid are trying to create something here.
Francisco Garcia makes the tackle and wins possession for his team
Good effort by Jude Bellingham as he directs a shot on target, but Marko Dmitrovic saves it
Franco Mastantuono creates a scoring opportunity for his teammate
Real Madrid start a counter attack
A player from Espanyol takes a long throw into the opponent's box
Espanyol take a throw-in in the opponent's half of the field
Marko Dmitrovic from Espanyol intercepts a cross aimed towards the box.
Marko Dmitrovic from Espanyol intercepts a cross aimed towards the box.
Trent Alexander-Arnold swings in the ball from a corner on the left, but it is nowhere near a teammate.
Carlos Romero relieves the pressure with a clearance
The fourth official shows there are 5 minute(s) of time to be added
The referee signals a free kick as Fernando Calero from Espanyol trips Jude Bellingham
Gonzalo Garcia wins an air challenge against Leandro Cabrera
The cross by Pere Milla from Espanyol successfully finds a teammate in the box.
The referee signals a free kick as Eduardo Camavinga from Real Madrid trips Urko Gonzalez de Zarate
Real Madrid take a throw-in in their own half of the field
Cesar Palacios makes the tackle and wins possession for his team
Ball possession: Espanyol: 34%, Real Madrid: 66%.
The referee signals a free kick as Charles Pickel from Espanyol trips Franco Mastantuono
Trent Alexander-Arnold from Real Madrid intercepts a cross aimed towards the box.
Leandro Cabrera makes the tackle and wins possession for his team
Real Madrid start a counter attack
Espanyol are trying to create something here.
Goal kick for Real Madrid
Carlos Romero from Espanyol tries to score from outside the penalty box, but the shot is nowhere near the target.
Pere Milla from Espanyol takes a short corner kick from the right.
Eduardo Camavinga successfully blocks the shot
A shot by Carlos Romero is blocked
Espanyol take a throw-in in the opponent's half of the field
Eduardo Camavinga from Real Madrid intercepts a cross aimed towards the box.
Espanyol are trying to create something here.
The Espanyol fans have had enough. They are leaving the stadium.
Real Madrid take a throw-in in their own half of the field
Omar El Hilali wins an air challenge against Francisco Garcia
After a tactical foul, Urko Gonzalez de Zarate sees no other way than stopping the counter and receives a yellow card.
Ball possession: Espanyol: 34%, Real Madrid: 66%.
Urko Gonzalez de Zarate from Espanyol goes a bit too far there as the pulls down Cesar Palacios
Aurelien Tchouameni is leaving the field to be replaced by Eduardo Camavinga in a tactical substitution.
Vinicius Junior from Real Madrid is a contender for Man of the Match after a great performance today
Vinicius Junior is leaving the field to be replaced by Cesar Palacios in a tactical substitution.
Charles Pickel is penalised for pushing Franco Mastantuono
Real Madrid are in control of the ball.
Real Madrid are trying to create something here.
Aurelien Tchouameni relieves the pressure with a clearance
Gonzalo Garcia from Real Madrid sends an effort wide of target
Gonzalo Garcia goes for goal, but the shot lacks precision and sails wide
Space opens up for Gonzalo Garcia but his finish goes wide of the target. Could have done better there.
Chance! Gonzalo Garcia finds some room for a shot but fails to work the keeper. It's a goal kick
Vinicius Junior creates a scoring opportunity for his teammate
Real Madrid are trying to create something here.
Federico Valverde is penalised for pushing Jofre Carreras
Ball possession: Espanyol: 35%, Real Madrid: 65%.
Real Madrid take a throw-in in the opponent's half of the field
Antoniu Roca makes the tackle and wins possession for his team
Fernando Calero relieves the pressure with a clearance
Good effort by Franco Mastantuono as he directs a shot on target, but Marko Dmitrovic saves it
Vinicius Junior creates a scoring opportunity for his teammate
Real Madrid start a counter attack
Trent Alexander-Arnold relieves the pressure with a clearance
Antoniu Roca makes the tackle and wins possession for his team
Aurelien Tchouameni relieves the pressure with a clearance
Charles Pickel makes the tackle and wins possession for his team
Andriy Lunin from Real Madrid intercepts a cross aimed towards the box.
The cross by Pere Milla from Espanyol successfully finds a teammate in the box.
Obstruction as Trent Alexander-Arnold cuts off the run of Jofre Carreras. A free-kick is awarded.
Obstruction as Gonzalo Garcia cuts off the run of Marko Dmitrovic. A free-kick is awarded.
Trent Alexander-Arnold from Real Madrid swings in the corner from the left.
Antoniu Roca from Espanyol intercepts a cross aimed towards the box.
Real Madrid with a potentially dangerous attack.
Good effort by Carlos Romero as he directs a shot on target, but Andriy Lunin saves it
The cross by Omar El Hilali from Espanyol successfully finds a teammate in the box.
Espanyol with a potentially dangerous attack.
Yellow card for Gonzalo Garcia
Gonzalo Garcia is shown a yellow card by the referee
The referee signals a free kick as Gonzalo Garcia from Real Madrid trips Urko Gonzalez de Zarate
Omar El Hilali makes the tackle and wins possession for his team
Real Madrid with a potentially dangerous attack.
The referee signals a free kick as Fernando Calero from Espanyol trips Francisco Garcia
Goal kick for Real Madrid
A chance presents itself to Kike Garcia from Espanyol but his header goes wide
Pere Milla from Espanyol swings in the corner from the right.
Tyrhys Dolan is leaving the field to be replaced by Pere Milla in a tactical substitution.
Roberto Fernandez is leaving the field to be replaced by Kike Garcia in a tactical substitution.
Ramon Terrats is leaving the field to be replaced by Jofre Carreras in a tactical substitution.
Antonio Ruediger successfully blocks the shot
A shot by Charles Pickel is blocked
Vinicius Junior is penalised for pushing Roberto Fernandez
Ramon Terrats is penalised for pushing Vinicius Junior
Francisco Garcia relieves the pressure with a clearance
Federico Valverde from Real Madrid goes a bit too far there as the pulls down Fernando Calero
Trent Alexander-Arnold from Real Madrid takes a short corner kick from the left.
Ball possession: Espanyol: 34%, Real Madrid: 66%.
Omar El Hilali from Espanyol intercepts a cross aimed towards the box.
Real Madrid are trying to create something here.
Real Madrid are in control of the ball.
Espanyol are trying to create something here.
Francisco Garcia makes the tackle and wins possession for his team
Leandro Cabrera makes the tackle and wins possession for his team
Real Madrid are trying to create something here.
A wonderful team goal!
Vinicius Junior made the key pass for the goal!
Jude Bellingham provided the assist for the goal.
G O O O A A A L - Vinicius Junior scores with the right foot!
Jude Bellingham creates a scoring opportunity for his teammate
Real Madrid with a potentially dangerous attack.
Urko Gonzalez de Zarate is penalised for pushing Aurelien Tchouameni
Goal kick for Real Madrid
Ramon Terrats from Espanyol tries to score from outside the penalty box. Unfortunately the effort is just outside the frame. Close!
Ball possession: Espanyol: 35%, Real Madrid: 65%.
Espanyol are trying to create something here.
Marko Dmitrovic from Espanyol intercepts a cross aimed towards the box.
Fernando Calero from Espanyol goes a bit too far there as the pulls down Vinicius Junior
Charles Pickel successfully blocks the shot
A shot by Jude Bellingham is blocked
Fernando Calero from Espanyol intercepts a cross aimed towards the box.
Real Madrid with a potentially dangerous attack.
Espanyol start a counter attack
Leandro Cabrera relieves the pressure with a clearance
Real Madrid are trying to create something here.
Fernando Calero relieves the pressure with a clearance
The match resumes with a drop ball
Ruben Sanchez is leaving the field to be replaced by Antoniu Roca in a tactical substitution.
Edu Exposito is leaving the field to be replaced by Charles Pickel in a tactical substitution.
Play has been stopped because there is a player lying on the pitch.
Francisco Garcia makes the tackle and wins possession for his team
Fernando Calero relieves the pressure with a clearance
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Roberto Fernandez from Espanyol is ruled offside
Espanyol are trying to create something here.
Ball possession: Espanyol: 35%, Real Madrid: 65%.
Edu Exposito makes the tackle and wins possession for his team
Real Madrid are trying to create something here.
The referee signals a free kick as Trent Alexander-Arnold from Real Madrid trips Tyrhys Dolan
Leandro Cabrera from Espanyol intercepts a cross aimed towards the box.
Leandro Cabrera relieves the pressure with a clearance
Gonzalo Garcia from Real Madrid sends an effort wide of target
Gonzalo Garcia goes for goal, but the shot lacks precision and sails wide
Space opens up for Gonzalo Garcia but his finish goes wide of the target. Could have done better there.
Chance! Gonzalo Garcia finds some room for a shot but fails to work the keeper. It's a goal kick
Gonzalo Garcia from Real Madrid sends an effort wide of target
Gonzalo Garcia goes for goal, but the shot lacks precision and sails wide
Space opens up for Gonzalo Garcia but his finish goes wide of the target. Could have done better there.
Chance! Gonzalo Garcia finds some room for a shot but fails to work the keeper. It's a goal kick
Fernando Calero from Espanyol intercepts a cross aimed towards the box.
Fernando Calero relieves the pressure with a clearance
Real Madrid are trying to create something here.
Dean Huijsen successfully blocks the shot
Goal kick for Real Madrid
A shot by Ramon Terrats is blocked
The cross by Carlos Romero from Espanyol successfully finds a teammate in the box.
Espanyol take a throw-in in the opponent's half of the field
Fernando Calero relieves the pressure with a clearance
Aurelien Tchouameni makes the tackle and wins possession for his team
A wonderful team goal!
Vinicius Junior made the key pass for the goal!
Ball possession: Espanyol: 36%, Real Madrid: 64%.
Gonzalo Garcia provided the assist for the goal.
G O O O A A A L - Vinicius Junior scores with the right foot!
Gonzalo Garcia creates a scoring opportunity for his teammate
Real Madrid start a counter attack
Dean Huijsen from Real Madrid intercepts a cross aimed towards the box.
Espanyol start a counter attack
Carlos Romero from Espanyol intercepts a cross aimed towards the box.
Real Madrid take a throw-in in the opponent's half of the field
Thiago Pitarch is leaving the field to be replaced by Franco Mastantuono in a tactical substitution.
Brahim Diaz is leaving the field to be replaced by Gonzalo Garcia in a tactical substitution.
Edu Exposito shoots from outside the box, but Andriy Lunin has it under control
Edu Exposito tries his luck from distance but his effort ends up safely in the hands of Andriy Lunin
Espanyol take a throw-in in the opponent's half of the field
Dean Huijsen makes the tackle and wins possession for his team
Edu Exposito relieves the pressure with a clearance
Real Madrid start a counter attack
Aurelien Tchouameni from Real Madrid intercepts a cross aimed towards the box.
Yellow card for Trent Alexander-Arnold
Trent Alexander-Arnold is shown a yellow card by the referee
Dangerous challenge by Trent Alexander-Arnold from Real Madrid. Tyrhys Dolan on the receiving end of that.
Espanyol are trying to create something here.
Ball possession: Espanyol: 34%, Real Madrid: 66%.
Urko Gonzalez de Zarate relieves the pressure with a clearance
Real Madrid start a counter attack
Thiago Pitarch from Real Madrid intercepts a cross aimed towards the box.
Espanyol with a potentially dangerous attack.
Tyrhys Dolan makes the tackle and wins possession for his team
Thiago Pitarch makes the tackle and wins possession for his team
Ramon Terrats makes the tackle and wins possession for his team
Goal kick for Real Madrid
Ruben Sanchez fails to find the target with a shot from outside the box
Dean Huijsen from Real Madrid intercepts a cross aimed towards the box.
A shot by Edu Exposito is blocked
Antonio Ruediger from Real Madrid intercepts a cross aimed towards the box.
Fernando Calero makes the tackle and wins possession for his team
Aurelien Tchouameni from Real Madrid intercepts a cross aimed towards the box.
Antonio Ruediger from Real Madrid intercepts a cross aimed towards the box.
Dean Huijsen from Real Madrid intercepts a cross aimed towards the box.
Espanyol are trying to create something here.
The second half is underway
It's over! The referee blows for half time
Ball possession: Espanyol: 33%, Real Madrid: 67%.
Trent Alexander-Arnold relieves the pressure with a clearance
Leandro Cabrera sends a header towards goal, but Andriy Lunin is there to comfortably save it
Edu Exposito from Espanyol swings in the corner from the left.
Trent Alexander-Arnold successfully blocks the shot
A shot by Ramon Terrats is blocked
After a tactical foul, Edu Exposito sees no other way than stopping the counter and receives a yellow card.
Edu Exposito from Espanyol goes a bit too far there as the pulls down Thiago Pitarch
Dean Huijsen relieves the pressure with a clearance
The referee signals a free kick as Vinicius Junior from Real Madrid trips Omar El Hilali
The fourth official shows there are 3 minute(s) of time to be added
Real Madrid take a throw-in in the opponent's half of the field
Urko Gonzalez de Zarate makes the tackle and wins possession for his team
Ball possession: Espanyol: 35%, Real Madrid: 65%.
Real Madrid are in control of the ball.
Real Madrid take a throw-in in their own half of the field
Goal kick for Espanyol
Brahim Diaz from Real Madrid sends an effort wide of target
Brahim Diaz goes for goal, but the shot lacks precision and sails wide
Space opens up for Brahim Diaz but his finish goes wide of the target. Could have done better there.
Chance! Brahim Diaz finds some room for a shot but fails to work the keeper. It's a goal kick
Carlos Romero from Espanyol intercepts a cross aimed towards the box.
Tyrhys Dolan is penalised for pushing Vinicius Junior
Real Madrid start a counter attack
Antonio Ruediger from Real Madrid intercepts a cross aimed towards the box.
Edu Exposito swings in the ball from a corner on the left, but it is nowhere near a teammate.
Antonio Ruediger successfully blocks the shot
A shot by Carlos Romero is blocked
Francisco Garcia from Real Madrid intercepts a cross aimed towards the box.
Espanyol with a potentially dangerous attack.
Federico Valverde sends a header towards goal, but Marko Dmitrovic is there to comfortably save it
The cross by Francisco Garcia from Real Madrid successfully finds a teammate in the box.
Ball possession: Espanyol: 34%, Real Madrid: 66%.
Roberto Fernandez relieves the pressure with a clearance
Goal kick for Real Madrid
The referee signals a free kick as Urko Gonzalez de Zarate from Espanyol trips Vinicius Junior
Goal kick for Real Madrid
Espanyol are trying to create something here.
Fernando Calero relieves the pressure with a clearance
Goal kick for Real Madrid
A chance presents itself to Roberto Fernandez from Espanyol but his header goes wide
Edu Exposito from Espanyol swings in the corner from the right.
Thiago Pitarch from Real Madrid intercepts a cross aimed towards the box.
Antonio Ruediger from Real Madrid is ruled offside
Ball possession: Espanyol: 33%, Real Madrid: 67%.
The referee signals a free kick as Omar El Hilali from Espanyol trips Vinicius Junior
Dean Huijsen wins an air challenge against Roberto Fernandez
Fernando Calero from Espanyol intercepts a cross aimed towards the box.
Real Madrid are trying to create something here.
Tyrhys Dolan relieves the pressure with a clearance
Leandro Cabrera from Espanyol intercepts a cross aimed towards the box.
The referee signals a free kick as Tyrhys Dolan from Espanyol trips Jude Bellingham
Real Madrid are in control of the ball.
Real Madrid take a throw-in in their own half of the field
Real Madrid take a throw-in in their own half of the field
Aurelien Tchouameni sends a header towards goal, but Marko Dmitrovic is there to comfortably save it
Trent Alexander-Arnold from Real Madrid swings in the corner from the right.
Ball possession: Espanyol: 33%, Real Madrid: 67%.
Omar El Hilali relieves the pressure with a clearance
Thiago Pitarch makes the tackle and wins possession for his team
Espanyol take a throw-in in their own half of the field
Goal kick for Real Madrid
Ramon Terrats from Espanyol sends an effort wide of target
Ramon Terrats goes for goal, but the shot lacks precision and sails wide
Space opens up for Ramon Terrats but his finish goes wide of the target. Could have done better there.
Chance! Ramon Terrats finds some room for a shot but fails to work the keeper. It's a goal kick
The cross by Carlos Romero from Espanyol successfully finds a teammate in the box.
Jude Bellingham hand-balls
Jude Bellingham controls the ball with his hand
Omar El Hilali makes the tackle and wins possession for his team
Espanyol take a throw-in in the opponent's half of the field
Dean Huijsen relieves the pressure with a clearance
Espanyol take a throw-in in the opponent's half of the field
Yellow card for Omar El Hilali
Omar El Hilali is shown a yellow card by the referee
NO CARD! - After reviewing the situation, the referee revokes the awarded card for Omar El Hilali from Espanyol.
VAR - CARD! - The referee has stopped the play. VAR check in progress, a potential card for a player from Espanyol.
The card for Omar El Hilali from Espanyol was disallowed via VAR intervention.
The ref blows his whistle. Omar El Hilali charged Vinicius Junior from behind and it's a free-kick
Real Madrid take a throw-in in their own half of the field
Ball possession: Espanyol: 28%, Real Madrid: 72%.
Espanyol take a throw-in in the opponent's half of the field
Espanyol are trying to create something here.
The referee shows Vinicius Junior the yellow card for unsportsmanlike conduct.
Vinicius Junior from Real Madrid goes a bit too far there as the pulls down Omar El Hilali
Aurelien Tchouameni makes the tackle and wins possession for his team
Espanyol with a potentially dangerous attack.
Espanyol are in control of the ball.
Aurelien Tchouameni makes the tackle and wins possession for his team
Yellow card for Brahim Diaz
Brahim Diaz is shown a yellow card by the referee
The referee signals a free kick as Brahim Diaz from Real Madrid trips Urko Gonzalez de Zarate
Urko Gonzalez de Zarate makes the tackle and wins possession for his team
Real Madrid are trying to create something here.
Real Madrid take a throw-in in the opponent's half of the field
Edu Exposito makes the tackle and wins possession for his team
Brahim Diaz makes the tackle and wins possession for his team
Ball possession: Espanyol: 26%, Real Madrid: 74%.
Espanyol take a throw-in in the opponent's half of the field
Vinicius Junior from Real Madrid is ruled offside
Francisco Garcia relieves the pressure with a clearance
Fernando Calero makes the tackle and wins possession for his team
Ramon Terrats hand-balls
Ramon Terrats controls the ball with his hand
Dean Huijsen makes the tackle and wins possession for his team
The referee signals a free kick as Aurelien Tchouameni from Real Madrid trips Roberto Fernandez
Real Madrid are trying to create something here.
Omar El Hilali from Espanyol intercepts a cross aimed towards the box.
Real Madrid are trying to create something here.
Real Madrid take a throw-in in the opponent's half of the field
Aurelien Tchouameni makes the tackle and wins possession for his team
Dean Huijsen wins an air challenge against Roberto Fernandez
Goal kick for Espanyol
A chance presents itself to Dean Huijsen from Real Madrid but his header goes wide
Trent Alexander-Arnold from Real Madrid swings in the corner from the left.
Ball possession: Espanyol: 23%, Real Madrid: 77%.
Ramon Terrats successfully blocks the shot
A shot by Antonio Ruediger is blocked
Leandro Cabrera from Espanyol intercepts a cross aimed towards the box.
Ferland Mendy is injured and is replaced by Francisco Garcia.
Obstruction as Fernando Calero cuts off the run of Jude Bellingham. A free-kick is awarded.
Real Madrid start a counter attack
Aurelien Tchouameni relieves the pressure with a clearance
Carlos Romero relieves the pressure with a clearance
Aurelien Tchouameni relieves the pressure with a clearance
Urko Gonzalez de Zarate makes the tackle and wins possession for his team
The match resumes with a drop ball
Ferland Mendy is injured and is taken off the field to receive medical treatment.
Ferland Mendy is down injured and receives medical treatment on the field.
Play has been stopped because there is a player lying on the pitch.
Ferland Mendy relieves the pressure with a clearance
Ball possession: Espanyol: 28%, Real Madrid: 72%.
Urko Gonzalez de Zarate is penalised for pushing Vinicius Junior
The ref blows his whistle. Omar El Hilali charged Vinicius Junior from behind and it's a free-kick
Trent Alexander-Arnold from Real Madrid swings in the corner from the right.
Carlos Romero from Espanyol intercepts a cross aimed towards the box.
Omar El Hilali successfully blocks the shot
A shot by Vinicius Junior is blocked
Fernando Calero from Espanyol intercepts a cross aimed towards the box.
Leandro Cabrera successfully blocks the shot
A shot by Jude Bellingham is blocked
Real Madrid are trying to create something here.
Aurelien Tchouameni makes the tackle and wins possession for his team
Edu Exposito relieves the pressure with a clearance
Andriy Lunin from Real Madrid intercepts a cross aimed towards the box.
Roberto Fernandez wins an air challenge against Dean Huijsen
Espanyol are in control of the ball.
Goal kick for Real Madrid
The ref blows his whistle. Dean Huijsen charged Ruben Sanchez from behind and it's a free-kick
Espanyol take a throw-in in the opponent's half of the field
Leandro Cabrera relieves the pressure with a clearance
Ball possession: Espanyol: 12%, Real Madrid: 88%.
Goal kick for Real Madrid
Ruben Sanchez fails to find the target with a shot from outside the box
Espanyol are trying to create something here.
Goal kick for Real Madrid
Roberto Fernandez from Espanyol sends an effort wide of target
Roberto Fernandez goes for goal, but the shot lacks precision and sails wide
Space opens up for Roberto Fernandez but his finish goes wide of the target. Could have done better there.
Chance! Roberto Fernandez finds some room for a shot but fails to work the keeper. It's a goal kick
The cross by Ruben Sanchez from Espanyol successfully finds a teammate in the box.
Espanyol with a potentially dangerous attack.
Real Madrid are in control of the ball.
Ruben Sanchez successfully blocks the shot
A shot by Federico Valverde is blocked
Ruben Sanchez from Espanyol intercepts a cross aimed towards the box.
Edu Exposito from Espanyol commits a foul by elbowing Jude Bellingham
Welcome to tonights game where the floodlight surrounds the pitch.
The pitch is in fantastic condition today and the players are enjoying the surface.
Real Madrid kick-off, and the game is underway.
The referee starts the match
Before we get underway, the players and crowd observe a minute's silence.
Welcome to RCDE Stadium, the match will start in about 5 minutes.
Welcome to RCDE Stadium where the two teams take the field for the start of this match.
Welcome to RCDE Stadium where we are eagerly awaiting the arrival of the two teams
Welcome to RCDE Stadium, where we await the arrival of today's teams.
Welcome to RCDE Stadium, now all we need are the two teams.
Welcome to today's crucial game from RCDE Stadium. We are awaiting the arrival of both teams, in anticipation of a great match!
Local broadcast partners for Guernsey have not been confirmed at the time of writing. Check official Guernsey broadcast partners or your local rights holder for confirmed coverage.
Kickoff in Guernsey is at 20:00 BST on Monday 03 May 2026.
Local broadcast partners for Guernsey have not been confirmed at the time of writing. Check official Guernsey broadcast partners or your local rights holder for confirmed coverage.
Team news has not been confirmed yet.
The last 8 meetings between Espanyol and Real Madrid are recorded with 0 Espanyol wins, 0 draws, and 0 Real Madrid wins in the supplied summary.
This is a LaLiga match in round null at a venue not listed in the manifest, in the country not listed for Guernsey.
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