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Espanyol star Omar El Hilali has made clear he wants back into the Morocco squad for the upcoming international break. El Hilali told Mundo Deportivo newspaper:

Espanyol News / Goal.com / September 3

Officially: Barcelona player moves to a Gulf club

The contract length has not been revealed. Qatar's Al-Markhiya have landed their man. The two clubs struck a deal for the transfer, with Barcelona keeping a percentage of any future sale.

Quilindschy Hartman News / Goal.com / August 27

Quilindschy Hartman make a drastic decision: 'Ooh, if only everything goes well...'

Quilindschy Hartman has decided to step away from social media. The 24-year-old Espanyol defender announced on Instagram that he is deactivating his account.

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Soccer News / Goal.com / August 25

Despite shining against Espanyol: the new signing raises doubts within Real Madrid

Frenchman Ibrahima Konaté made his Real Madrid debut last Saturday in a thrilling 2-1 win over Espanyol in the second round of the Spanish league. His performance, though, appears to be raising doubts inside the Santiago Bernabéu.

Lamine Yamal News / HITC / August 24

Real Madrid TV reignites refereeing storm with Vinicius and Lamine Yamal comparison after Espanyol win

Real Madrid TV has reignited the debate around refereeing after the club’s 2-1 La Liga victory over Espanyol, with the channel strongly criticising the officials for their treatment of Vinicius Junior.

Espanyol News / Goal.com / August 24

Real Madrid TV opens fire on the referee of the Espanyol match

Explicit accusations Real Madrid's television channel launched scathing criticism at the officiating team of the first team's match against Espanyol in the Spanish league, accusing them of being overly lenient with the violent challenges against Vinicius Junior.

Quilindschy Hartman News / Goal.com / August 24

Espanyol coach sends Quilindschy Hartman clear signal after two substitute appearances: ‘Technically he is…’

Quilindschy Hartman's adventure at Espanyol has not started as he had hoped. Two league games have now gone by and he is still waiting for his debut. In last week's season opener against Levante, a 3-0 win, 21-year-old Roger Hinojo got the nod at left-back.

Jose Mourinho News / Goal.com / August 23

A disappointing start: Real Madrid star frustrates Mourinho in his first mission

The previous season was poor Jose Mourinho struggled to hide his frustration with Trent Alexander-Arnold as Real Madrid faced Espanyol yesterday. It was the Portuguese's first official match in charge of the Royal Club in 4380 days, and it came away at Espanyol.

Alex Calatrava News / Goal.com / August 23

After kicking Vinicius while he was down: Calatrava justifies what happened in a surprising manner

What did he say? Refereeing controversy has flared up around Real Madrid once again. Brazilian Vinicius Junior found himself at the centre of an incident that infuriated coach Jose Mourinho, when Espanyol's Alex Calatrava kicked him as he lay on the pitch and the referee produced no card.

Thibaut Courtois News / Goal.com / August 23

Courtois: This Real Madrid player is a monster, and Espanyol should look in the mirror

The Belgian goalkeeper criticised the Catalan club Thibaut Courtois hailed young forward Carlos Espi after his decisive role in Real Madrid's 2-1 win over Espanyol on Saturday, the striker rifling home the winner in the 90th minute during the second round of the Spanish league.

Espanyol News / Goal.com / August 23

Sacrificing Güler and the disappearance of Vinicius: mixed performances from Real Madrid's stars against Espanyol

A puzzling appearance from some of the Real Madrid players The newspaper Mundo Deportivo handed out its player ratings after Real Madrid's win over Espanyol in the opening round of the Spanish league, a match the Royal side settled with a late goal from Carlos Espi.

Jose Mourinho News / Goal.com / August 23

Jose Mourinho blasts 'bullying era' of Vinicius Jr as Real Madrid boss marks return with dramatic win

Thirteen years after his initial departure, Mourinho made his highly anticipated return to the Real Madrid technical area on Saturday evening. The Portuguese tactician, who led Los Blancos to a La Liga title and a Copa del Rey during his first stint between 2010 and 2013, saw his side secure a dramatic 2-1 victory over Espanyol.

Espanyol News / Goal.com / August 23

Espanyol coach responds to Mourinho: how do we play football without touching Vinicius?

"Refereeing is driving us mad" Manuel González could take pride in his Espanyol side despite the final result, a defeat to Real Madrid on the opening weekend of La Liga.

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Espanyol News / Goal.com / August 23

Special One is back! Debutant Carlos Espi nets dramatic winner to hand Jose Mourinho victory in Real Madrid return

Things couldn't have started better at the RCDE Stadium when Jude Bellingham's early header gave the visitors a ninth-minute lead, with the England international rising highest to meet a pinpoint free-kick from Arda Guler.

Espanyol News / Goal.com / August 23

After a violent challenge: Vinicius mocks the referee of the Espanyol match

لقطة مثيرة Real Madrid's opening game of the La Liga season already has its flashpoint. Vinicius Junior was kicked from behind against Espanyol, and the controversy has followed the Whites from the very first round.

Espanyol News / The 4th Official / August 22

Guler And Bellingham Get 8 | Real Madrid Players Rated In Narrow Win Vs Espanyol

Real Madrid faced off against Espanyol at the RCDE Stadium earlier tonight as they hoped to secure a win on the road in La Liga. Los Blancos made a quick start to the game and scored the opener in the ninth-minute thanks to Jude Bellingham’s effort.

Jose Mourinho News / Goal.com / August 22

Mourinho survives the first battle: Real Madrid's old problems return to the surface

3 points with a taste of anxiety! Jose Mourinho kicked off his second spell in charge of Real Madrid with a late 2-1 win over Espanyol on Saturday. He has yet to provide the answers the club's fans are waiting for, though.

Yan Diomande News / Athlon Sports / August 22

Why Is Yan Diomande Not Playing Today for Real Madrid vs. Espanyol in La Liga?

Real Madrid made marquee signings this summer and for the first game of the season, against Espanyol, the La Liga giants will have a few of the players in the starting lineup.

Soccer News / Athlon Sports / August 22

Why Is Aurélien Tchouaméni Not Playing Today for Real Madrid vs. Espanyol in La Liga?

Real Madrid’s first game of the new season is against Espanyol away at the RCDE Stadium today, August 22. Real Madrid missed the first matchday of the new La Liga season but will play its first game of the season on matchday 2.

Espanyol News / Goal.com / August 22

He should have been sent off! A shocking decision that changed the course of the Real Madrid v Espanyol match

What do you think? Referee Sánchez Martínez and the video assistant referee landed at the centre of a storm during Real Madrid's clash with Espanyol. Both waved away a sending-off for Calero after an incident involving the defender and Brazil's Vinícius Júnior in the opening minutes.

Espanyol News / Athlon Sports / August 22

How & Where to Watch Espanyol vs. Real Madrid? Live Streaming and TV Channels In USA & Other Countries

Real Madrid will play its first game of the new season today, August 22, 2026, in La Liga against Espanyol. Real Madrid will be the away team as the game today will be played at RCDE Stadium.

Espanyol News / The 4th Official / August 20

Mbappe To Spearhead Mourinho’s Attack | 4-3-3 Real Madrid Predicted Lineup Vs Espanyol

Real Madrid will lock horns with Espanyol at the RCDE Stadium on Saturday night as they look to secure all three points on the road in La Liga. Los Blancos managed to earn a 3-0 win over Schalke recently, which should keep them in good spirits going into this game.

Mauricio Pochettino News / Yardbarker / July 7

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Espanyol News / Caught Offside / June 26

Jude Bellingham set for new role at Real Madrid under Jose Mourinho

England star Jude Bellingham is desperate to get back to his best after two disappointing seasons at the Santiago Bernabeu. In part that has been down to injury, but Bellingham has also struggled to find a defined role in the side since Kylian Mbappe’s arrival.

Espanyol News / Field Level Media / June 17

South Korea expects no more support from Mexico

Mexico will try to follow the resounding success of their first home World Cup match in 40 years in Thursday's match against a South Korea side that represents a far more formidable test than the tournament opener.

Espanyol News / Field Level Media / June 11

Mexico kick off World Cup with 2-0 win over 9-man South Africa

Julian Quinones and Raul Jimenez both scored their first career World Cup goals, and co-hosts Mexico kicked off the 2026 edition with a comfortable 2-0 win over nine-man South Africa on Thursday afternoon to open Group A in Mexico City.