La Liga Regular Season - 36
Espanyol 2 - 0 FT Athletic Club
Match Statistics
Possession
Shots
Shots on Target
Expected Goals (xG)
Passes
Pass Accuracy
Corners
Fouls
Yellow Cards
Red Cards
Match Events
HT
↓ D. Vivian ↑Y. Alvarez 46'
63' ↓ R. Sanchez ↑Jofre
63' ↓ A. Roca ↑P. Milla
↓ I. Williams ↑G. Guruzeta 63'
↓ I. Ruiz de Galarreta ↑M. Jauregizar 63'
69' P. Milla (C. Romero)
↓ J. Areso ↑A. Gorosabel 71'
↓ U. Gomez ↑N. Serrano 78'
84' ↓ R. Fernandez Jaen ↑K. Garcia
84' ↓ Exposito ↑R. Terrats
90'+1 ↓ U. Gonzalez ↑C. Pickel
90'+2 K. Garcia (R. Terrats)
FT
Player Cards
Our take on every player in this match
Espanyol
Goalkeepers
Marko Dmitrović 
LATE SHIFT
15
Late Mins
15
Late Mins
95
Total Mins
Started
Entry
Defenders
Omar El Hilali
LATE SHIFT
15
Late Mins
15
Late Mins
95
Total Mins
Started
Entry
Clemens Riedel 
MAGNET
112
Activity
112
Activity
100
Passes
12
Duels
Leandro Cabrera 
STORMTROOPER
1
Shots
1
Shots
0
Goals
1
On Target
Carlos Romero 
PROVOCATEUR
2
Fouls Won
2
Fouls Won
4
Duels Won
0
Pens Won
Midfielders
Rubén Sánchez
LATE SHIFT
15
Late Mins
15
Late Mins
63
Total Mins
63
Entry
Urko González
MAGNET
68
Activity
68
Activity
54
Passes
14
Duels
Pol Lozano
LATE SHIFT
15
Late Mins
15
Late Mins
95
Total Mins
Started
Entry
Antoniu Roca
LATE SHIFT
15
Late Mins
15
Late Mins
63
Total Mins
63
Entry
Forwards
Edu Expósito 
ARCHITECT
4
Key Passes
4
Key Passes
0
Assists
18%
Pass Acc
Roberto Fernández
LATE SHIFT
6
Late Mins
6
Late Mins
84
Total Mins
84
Entry
BENCH
Angel Fortuno 
SPECTATOR
0
Saves
0
Saves
0
Conceded
0
Minutes
Pol Tristan
SPECTATOR
0
Saves
0
Saves
0
Conceded
0
Minutes
Miguel Rubio
LATE SHIFT
15
Late Mins
15
Late Mins
0
Total Mins
Started
Entry
Jose Salinas
LATE SHIFT
15
Late Mins
15
Late Mins
0
Total Mins
Started
Entry
Pere Milla 
SUPER SUB
1
Goal
1
Goal
32
Minutes
7.5
Rating
Ramón Terrats
SUPER SUB
1
Assist
1
Assist
11
Minutes
6.9
Rating
Charles Pickel
LATE SHIFT
15
Late Mins
15
Late Mins
4
Total Mins
Started
Entry
Ferran Gomez
LATE SHIFT
15
Late Mins
15
Late Mins
0
Total Mins
Started
Entry
Jofre Carreras
LATE SHIFT
15
Late Mins
15
Late Mins
32
Total Mins
Started
Entry
Kike García 
CLUTCH HERO
90
Goal Time
90
Goal Time
Goal
Impact
7.3
Rating
Adama Timera
LATE SHIFT
15
Late Mins
15
Late Mins
0
Total Mins
Started
Entry
Lluc Castell
LATE SHIFT
15
Late Mins
15
Late Mins
0
Total Mins
Started
Entry
Athletic Club
Goalkeepers
Unai Simón
PROVOCATEUR
1
Fouls Won
1
Fouls Won
1
Duels Won
0
Pens Won
Defenders
Jesús Areso
LATE SHIFT
15
Late Mins
15
Late Mins
71
Total Mins
71
Entry
Dani Vivian
STORMTROOPER
1
Shots
1
Shots
0
Goals
1
On Target
Aymeric Laporte
LATE SHIFT
15
Late Mins
15
Late Mins
95
Total Mins
Started
Entry
Adama Boiro 
WALL
0
Dribbled Past
0
Dribbled Past
3
Tackles
82%
Duel Win %
Midfielders
Iñigo Ruiz de Galarreta
ARCHITECT
3
Key Passes
3
Key Passes
0
Assists
18%
Pass Acc
Alejandro Rego Mora
LATE SHIFT
15
Late Mins
15
Late Mins
95
Total Mins
Started
Entry
Álex Berenguer
STORMTROOPER
2
Shots
2
Shots
0
Goals
1
On Target
Unai Gómez
STORMTROOPER
2
Shots
2
Shots
0
Goals
0
On Target
Robert Navarro
LATE SHIFT
15
Late Mins
15
Late Mins
95
Total Mins
Started
Entry
Forwards
Iñaki Williams
LATE SHIFT
15
Late Mins
15
Late Mins
63
Total Mins
63
Entry
BENCH
Alex Padilla
SPECTATOR
0
Saves
0
Saves
0
Conceded
0
Minutes
Yeray Álvarez
LATE SHIFT
15
Late Mins
15
Late Mins
50
Total Mins
Started
Entry
Andoni Gorosabel
LATE SHIFT
15
Late Mins
15
Late Mins
24
Total Mins
Started
Entry
Aitor Paredes
LATE SHIFT
15
Late Mins
15
Late Mins
0
Total Mins
Started
Entry
Unai Eguíluz
LATE SHIFT
15
Late Mins
15
Late Mins
0
Total Mins
Started
Entry
Íñigo Lekue
LATE SHIFT
15
Late Mins
15
Late Mins
0
Total Mins
Started
Entry
Mikel Jauregizar
LATE SHIFT
15
Late Mins
15
Late Mins
32
Total Mins
Started
Entry
Mikel Vesga
LATE SHIFT
15
Late Mins
15
Late Mins
0
Total Mins
Started
Entry
Gorka Guruzeta
LATE SHIFT
15
Late Mins
15
Late Mins
32
Total Mins
Started
Entry
Nico Serrano
LATE SHIFT
15
Late Mins
15
Late Mins
17
Total Mins
Started
Entry
Urko Izeta
LATE SHIFT
15
Late Mins
15
Late Mins
0
Total Mins
Started
Entry
Maroan Sannadi
LATE SHIFT
15
Late Mins
15
Late Mins
0
Total Mins
Started
Entry
Head to Head
| Date | Home | Score | Away | Competition | Venue |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 12/22/2025 | Athletic Club | 1 - 2 | Espanyol | La Liga | San Mamés |
| 02/16/2025 | Espanyol | 1 - 1 | Athletic Club | La Liga | RCDE Stadium |
| 10/19/2024 | Athletic Club | 4 - 1 | Espanyol | La Liga | San Mamés Barria |
| 04/08/2023 | Espanyol | 1 - 2 | Athletic Club | La Liga | RCDE Stadium |
| 01/18/2023 | Athletic Club | 1 - 0 | Espanyol | Copa del Rey | San Mamés Barria |
| 09/04/2022 | Athletic Club | 0 - 1 | Espanyol | La Liga | San Mamés Barria |
| 02/07/2022 | Athletic Club | 2 - 1 | Espanyol | La Liga | San Mamés Barria |
| 10/26/2021 | Espanyol | 1 - 1 | Athletic Club | La Liga | RCDE Stadium |
| 01/25/2020 | Espanyol | 1 - 1 | Athletic Club | La Liga | RCDE Stadium |
| 10/30/2019 | Athletic Club | 3 - 0 | Espanyol | La Liga | San Mamés Barria |
12/22/2025
02/16/2025
10/19/2024
04/08/2023
01/18/2023
09/04/2022
02/07/2022
10/26/2021
01/25/2020
10/30/2019
Espanyol Win
Athletic Club Win
Draw
League Standings
P: 36 GD: +59
P: 36 GD: +39
P: 36 GD: +24
P: 36 GD: +21
P: 36 GD: +12
P: 36 GD: +4
P: 36 GD: -6
P: 36 GD: -1
P: 36 GD: -6
P: 36 GD: -13
P: 36 GD: -12
P: 36 GD: -12
P: 36 GD: -4
P: 36 GD: -13
P: 36 GD: -12
P: 36 GD: -15
P: 36 GD: -9
P: 36 GD: -11
P: 36 GD: -15
League Standings
P: 38 GD: +59
P: 38 GD: +42
P: 37 GD: +22
P: 37 GD: +22
P: 38 GD: +11
P: 38 GD: +5
P: 38 GD: -6
P: 38 GD: -3
P: 38 GD: -9
P: 38 GD: -2
P: 38 GD: -12
P: 38 GD: -15
P: 38 GD: -14
P: 38 GD: -12
P: 38 GD: -8
P: 38 GD: -14
P: 38 GD: -6
P: 38 GD: -10
P: 38 GD: -16
Match previews and recaps to help you decide which games are worth watching
Late Substitutes Shatter Athletic's Resolve
Skip It Futmetrix Score: 33/100. A tactical stalemate turned entirely on the manager's bench, as perfectly timed substitutions snatched three late points for the hosts.
Opening Act
RCDE Stadium hosted a grinding, physical first half of football. Espanyol dominated possession at a clear 64 percent, attempting to pull the strings through a superb midfield display orchestrated by Urko González. Despite this vast control of the ball, breaking down a stubbornly organized Athletic Club defensive block proved deeply frustrating. The Basque visitors absorbed pressure well, retreating into a compact shape and waiting for quick counter-attacking opportunities. A staggering 17 total corners across the entirety of the match highlighted the immense set-piece pressure applied by both sides, yet neither could find the crucial finishing touch. A notably high Intensity rating tells the story of the heavy physical battles in the trenches, with the hosts constantly probing but lacking a clinical edge.
The Pivot
The turning point required fresh legs and a tactical roll of the dice from the dugout. Shortly past the hour mark, the home side made their decisive move. Enter P. Milla. The substitute instantly injected a ruthless pace into a stalling attack, and in the 69th minute, he decisively finished a smart delivery from C. Romero. This sudden breakthrough completely fractured the Balance of the match, forcing Athletic to abandon their rigid defensive posture and flood forward in search of a rapid equalizer. As the visitors poured bodies into the final third, the spotlight violently shifted to Marko Dmitrović. The goalkeeper stood as an absolute wall, producing four outstanding saves to weather the ensuing storm.
Resolution
Desperation firmly set in for the visitors during the dying moments of the contest. By committing heavily to the attack, they left glaring gaps across the pitch that were simply begging to be exploited. Espanyol's bench struck gold again deep into stoppage time to deliver the final knockout blow. In the 92nd minute, substitute R. Terrats brilliantly carved open the exposed backline, teeing up fellow substitute K. Garcia for a decisive, simple finish. This 2-0 victory serves as a monumental tactical triumph. While the Stakes were largely centered around mid-table positioning rather than survival, Espanyol's clinical bench management transformed a potential goalless draw into a jubilant evening in Catalonia.
Key Questions
What made Marko Dmitrović the Man of the Match?
His flawless shot-stopping under heavy pressure. The goalkeeper recorded four crucial saves to deny Athletic Club any chance of a late comeback, earning a massive 8.7 rating.
How did substitute Marko Dmitrović change the game?
Dmitrović was actually an undisputed starter, not a substitute. However, his world-class saves perfectly complemented Espanyol's actual super-subs, who entered late to score the goals.
What is the Futmetrix Score?
The Futmetrix Score is our 0-100 verdict on how entertaining a match is. We look at intensity, balance, stakes, and star quality to tell you if it's worth your time.
Mid-Table Mediocrity Awaits in Catalonia
Worth Watching Futmetrix Score: 68/100. With both sides safely marooned in mid-table and little left to play for, this fixture struggles to spark genuine late-season excitement.
The Setup
Heading into the RCDE Stadium on May 13, 2026, the Espanyol faithful have little to cheer about. Sitting in 13th place, the hosts are simply playing out the string. The visiting Athletic Club are slightly better off in 8th, but with European qualification likely out of reach, the Stakes are virtually nonexistent. A poor Form rating for the home side reflects a miserable five-match winless run, while the Basque visitors have also struggled for consistency. While the overall Balance suggests a relatively even contest on paper, the clear advantage in Stars leans heavily toward the away side.
Key Battle
With the hosts lacking standout individual performers in recent weeks, this clash boils down to Espanyol's collective defensive structure against a dynamic Basque attack. The home backline will be tasked with containing the explosive Nico Williams and the creative vision of Oihan Sancet. If the visitors find their rhythm, the hosts' rearguard will face a long afternoon trying to plug the gaps.
Our Prediction
We expect Athletic Club to walk away with a narrow victory. The hosts' lack of cutting edge and disjointed play will likely be their undoing. Look for the visitors to dominate possession, eventually breaking through the lines to secure a comfortable, if unspectacular, three points away from home.