La Liga Regular Season - 34
Espanyol 0 - 2 FT Real Madrid
Match Statistics
Possession
Shots
Shots on Target
Expected Goals (xG)
Passes
Pass Accuracy
Corners
Fouls
Yellow Cards
Red Cards
Match Events
↓ F. Mendy ↑F. Garcia 14'
B. Diaz 22'
Vinicius Junior 23'
26' O. El Hilali
45'+2 Exposito
HT
↓ T. Pitarch ↑F. Mastantuono 53'
↓ B. Diaz ↑G. Garcia 53'
Vinicius Junior (G. Garcia) 55'
61' ↓ R. Sanchez ↑A. Roca
61' ↓ Exposito ↑C. Pickel
Vinicius Junior (J. Bellingham) 66'
73' ↓ R. Terrats ↑Jofre
73' ↓ R. Fernandez Jaen ↑K. Garcia
73' ↓ T. Dolan ↑P. Milla
G. Garcia 75'
↓ A. Tchouameni ↑E. Camavinga 83'
↓ Vinicius Junior ↑C. Palacios 84'
85' U. Gonzalez
FT
Player Cards
Our take on every player in this match
Espanyol
Goalkeepers
Marko Dmitrović 
PROVOCATEUR
1
Fouls Won
1
Fouls Won
1
Duels Won
0
Pens Won
Defenders
Omar El Hilali 
LATE SHIFT
15
Late Mins
15
Late Mins
93
Total Mins
Started
Entry
Fernando Calero
LATE SHIFT
15
Late Mins
15
Late Mins
93
Total Mins
Started
Entry
Leandro Cabrera 
STORMTROOPER
1
Shots
1
Shots
0
Goals
1
On Target
Carlos Romero 
ARCHITECT
2
Key Passes
2
Key Passes
0
Assists
28%
Pass Acc
Midfielders
Urko González
LATE SHIFT
15
Late Mins
15
Late Mins
93
Total Mins
Started
Entry
Edu Expósito
LATE SHIFT
15
Late Mins
15
Late Mins
61
Total Mins
61
Entry
Rubén Sánchez
STORMTROOPER
2
Shots
2
Shots
0
Goals
0
On Target
Ramón Terrats
STORMTROOPER
2
Shots
2
Shots
0
Goals
0
On Target
Tyrhys Dolan
ARCHITECT
3
Key Passes
3
Key Passes
0
Assists
11%
Pass Acc
Forwards
Roberto Fernández
LATE SHIFT
15
Late Mins
15
Late Mins
73
Total Mins
73
Entry
BENCH
Angel Fortuno 
SPECTATOR
0
Saves
0
Saves
0
Conceded
0
Minutes
Jose Salinas
LATE SHIFT
15
Late Mins
15
Late Mins
0
Total Mins
Started
Entry
Clemens Riedel
LATE SHIFT
15
Late Mins
15
Late Mins
0
Total Mins
Started
Entry
Miguel Rubio
LATE SHIFT
15
Late Mins
15
Late Mins
0
Total Mins
Started
Entry
Charles Pickel
LATE SHIFT
15
Late Mins
15
Late Mins
32
Total Mins
Started
Entry
Pere Milla
LATE SHIFT
15
Late Mins
15
Late Mins
20
Total Mins
Started
Entry
Ferran Gomez
LATE SHIFT
15
Late Mins
15
Late Mins
0
Total Mins
Started
Entry
Antoniu Roca
LATE SHIFT
15
Late Mins
15
Late Mins
32
Total Mins
Started
Entry
Jofre Carreras
LATE SHIFT
15
Late Mins
15
Late Mins
20
Total Mins
Started
Entry
Kike García
LATE SHIFT
15
Late Mins
15
Late Mins
20
Total Mins
Started
Entry
Lluc Castell
LATE SHIFT
15
Late Mins
15
Late Mins
0
Total Mins
Started
Entry
Alex Almansa
LATE SHIFT
15
Late Mins
15
Late Mins
0
Total Mins
Started
Entry
Real Madrid
Goalkeepers
Andriy Lunin
LATE SHIFT
15
Late Mins
15
Late Mins
93
Total Mins
Started
Entry
Defenders
Trent Alexander-Arnold
ARCHITECT
2
Key Passes
2
Key Passes
0
Assists
58%
Pass Acc
Antonio Rüdiger
LATE SHIFT
15
Late Mins
15
Late Mins
93
Total Mins
Started
Entry
Dean Huijsen 
MAGNET
99
Activity
99
Activity
92
Passes
7
Duels
Ferland Mendy
LATE SHIFT
15
Late Mins
15
Late Mins
14
Total Mins
14
Entry
Midfielders
Thiago Pitarch Pinar
LATE SHIFT
15
Late Mins
15
Late Mins
53
Total Mins
53
Entry
Aurélien Tchouaméni
MAGNET
77
Activity
77
Activity
70
Passes
7
Duels
Federico Valverde
LATE SHIFT
15
Late Mins
15
Late Mins
93
Total Mins
Started
Entry
Jude Bellingham
MAGNET
74
Activity
74
Activity
60
Passes
14
Duels
Brahim Díaz
LATE SHIFT
15
Late Mins
15
Late Mins
53
Total Mins
53
Entry
Forwards
Vinicius Júnior 
HITMAN
2
Goals
2
Goals
2
On Target
10
Rating
BENCH
Fran González
SPECTATOR
0
Saves
0
Saves
0
Conceded
0
Minutes
Sergio Mestre
SPECTATOR
0
Saves
0
Saves
0
Conceded
0
Minutes
Fran García
LATE SHIFT
15
Late Mins
15
Late Mins
79
Total Mins
Started
Entry
Álvaro Carreras
LATE SHIFT
15
Late Mins
15
Late Mins
0
Total Mins
Started
Entry
Raúl Asencio
LATE SHIFT
15
Late Mins
15
Late Mins
0
Total Mins
Started
Entry
David Alaba
LATE SHIFT
15
Late Mins
15
Late Mins
0
Total Mins
Started
Entry
David Jiménez
LATE SHIFT
15
Late Mins
15
Late Mins
0
Total Mins
Started
Entry
Eduardo Camavinga
LATE SHIFT
15
Late Mins
15
Late Mins
9
Total Mins
Started
Entry
César Palacios
LATE SHIFT
15
Late Mins
15
Late Mins
9
Total Mins
Started
Entry
Gonzalo García 
SUPER SUB
1
Assist
1
Assist
40
Minutes
6.2
Rating
Franco Mastantuono
LATE SHIFT
15
Late Mins
15
Late Mins
40
Total Mins
Started
Entry
Head to Head
| Date | Home | Score | Away | Competition | Venue |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 09/20/2025 | Real Madrid | 2 - 0 | Espanyol | La Liga | Estadio Santiago Bernabéu |
| 02/01/2025 | Espanyol | 1 - 0 | Real Madrid | La Liga | RCDE Stadium |
| 09/21/2024 | Real Madrid | 4 - 1 | Espanyol | La Liga | Estadio Santiago Bernabéu |
| 03/11/2023 | Real Madrid | 3 - 1 | Espanyol | La Liga | Estadio Santiago Bernabéu |
| 08/28/2022 | Espanyol | 1 - 3 | Real Madrid | La Liga | RCDE Stadium |
| 04/30/2022 | Real Madrid | 4 - 0 | Espanyol | La Liga | Estadio Santiago Bernabéu |
| 10/03/2021 | Espanyol | 2 - 1 | Real Madrid | La Liga | RCDE Stadium |
| 06/28/2020 | Espanyol | 0 - 1 | Real Madrid | La Liga | RCDE Stadium |
| 12/07/2019 | Real Madrid | 2 - 0 | Espanyol | La Liga | Estadio Santiago Bernabéu |
| 01/27/2019 | Espanyol | 2 - 4 | Real Madrid | La Liga | RCDE Stadium |
09/20/2025
02/01/2025
09/21/2024
03/11/2023
08/28/2022
04/30/2022
10/03/2021
06/28/2020
12/07/2019
01/27/2019
Espanyol Win
Real Madrid Win
Draw
League Standings
P: 34 GD: +58
P: 34 GD: +39
P: 34 GD: +25
P: 34 GD: +21
P: 34 GD: +11
P: 34 GD: +4
P: 34 GD: -8
P: 34 GD: -10
P: 34 GD: -1
P: 34 GD: -2
P: 34 GD: -6
P: 34 GD: -13
P: 34 GD: -14
P: 34 GD: -8
P: 34 GD: -9
P: 34 GD: -15
P: 34 GD: -14
P: 34 GD: -13
P: 34 GD: -17
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
Vinicius Júnior's Second-Half Masterclass Sinks Espanyol
Average Entertainment Futmetrix Score: 50/100. A relentless surge of attacking quality proved too much for the hosts, as Real Madrid's individual brilliance emphatically broke a stubborn early stalemate.
Opening Act
With 17 shots of their own, the hosts were far from passive participants in this contest. A combined 32 shots across the match meant the Intensity was sky-high from the outset at the RCDE Stadium. Real Madrid dominated possession early on, but Espanyol refused to roll over, launching rapid counter-attacks that kept the away defence on their toes. A staggering 11 total corners showcased the relentless pressure on both penalty boxes throughout the first period. Despite the frantic tempo and numerous attempts, the first half remained a fascinating tactical deadlock. The hosts managed to carve out opportunities, but their lack of a clinical edge kept the visitors comfortable. Real Madrid's defensive anchor, Dean Huijsen, was an impenetrable wall, calmly neutralising threats and ensuring the backline held firm.
The Pivot
The match desperately needed a spark, and the visitors found it through a masterful tactical switch that broke the deadlock. The Balance of the match shifted irreversibly in the 55th minute. Substitute G. Garcia entered the fray and instantly provided the key to unlock the stubbornly resolute home defence, threading a perfect assist for Vinicius Junior. The Brazilian winger made no mistake, firing Madrid into a crucial lead. That breakthrough shattered Espanyol's resistance and forced them to open up. Just eleven minutes later, J. Bellingham orchestrated the decisive blow, setting up Vinicius for his second of the evening. The quick-fire brace completely dismantled the hosts' game plan and firmly established Madrid's undeniable authority over the contest.
Resolution
With a comfortable 2-0 cushion, Carlo Ancelotti's men effectively killed the game by suffocating the midfield and circulating the ball. The Stakes were high for the visitors to secure their firm grip on second place in La Liga, and they delivered exactly when required on a tricky away day. Espanyol's 13th-place standing won't be heavily punished by this expected home defeat, as they sit comfortably in the mid-table zone with only a handful of fixtures remaining. Ultimately, the lack of any real Upset Factor highlighted the vast gulf in attacking quality between the two sides. Madrid controlled the closing stages flawlessly, wrapping up a professional performance that leaves the RCDE Stadium faithful admiring their sheer efficiency.
Key Questions
What made Vinicius Júnior the Man of the Match?
His clinical finishing was the difference. Scoring a decisive second-half brace with a perfect rating, he single-handedly dismantled Espanyol's defence and secured the victory.
What does this mean for Espanyol's season?
Sitting 13th with 39 points, this defeat changes little. They remain comfortably positioned in mid-table, safely avoiding any serious relegation threat in the final stretch.
How did substitute Vinicius Júnior change the game?
Though Vinicius started the match, it was substitute G. Garcia who truly changed the dynamic, providing an immediate assist for the Brazilian to break the deadlock.
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.
Madrid's Title Push Faces Catalan Test
Highly Entertaining Futmetrix Score: 73/100. Real Madrid cannot afford a single misstep in their championship pursuit against a home side desperate to halt a disastrous slide.
The Setup
The Stakes are massive this May 03, 2026. Real Madrid arrive at RCDE Stadium sitting second in the La Liga table, fully aware that dropped points could terminate their title dreams. The visitors thrive on the road, boasting a lethal 56.2% away win rate. Meanwhile, Espanyol languish in 14th place. A dire Form rating reflects the hosts' ongoing nightmare: a five-match winless streak punctuated by four consecutive defeats.
Key Battle
The hosts' fractured backline faces an impossible task against a relentless visiting attack. Featuring absolute top-tier Stars, the Madrid offense will systematically dismantle a vulnerable defensive block. Elite movers like Kylian Mbappé and J. Bellingham will drag the home defenders completely out of position, forcing gaps that will inevitably be punished.
Our Prediction
Expect a commanding away victory. The colossal gulf in Balance ensures Madrid will dictate the tempo from the opening whistle. The visitors will strike early to silence the crowd, dominate possession, and cruise to a multi-goal win as the hosts eventually buckle under sustained pressure.