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Espanyol have not been so fortunate, however, and come into the game on the back of a disappointing home reversal at the hands of Rayo Vallecano, having managed ...

Premier Sports 1 and La Liga TV are showing Espanyol vs Real Madrid on TV in the UK. Carlo Ancelotti confirmed a 21-man Real Madrid squad for the game against Espanyol. A number of players will be unavailable to Espanyol head coach Diego Martinez, including Raul de Thomas, Adria Pedrosa, Gori, Luca Koleosho and Pol Lozano. Nevertheless, they will take heart from the fact they beat Madrid 2-1 at home last season. Los Blancos have hit the ground running, recording wins over Eintracht Frankfurt, Almeria and Celta Vigo in their first three competitive games of the season. Espanyol vs Real Madrid date & kick-off time

Karim Benzema scored two late goals as Real Madrid beat against Espanyol on Sunday to maintain its perfect start to the La Liga season.

At times, during the season, we have to dig in and we know how to do that." "It's important to know how to dig in. The Frenchman volleyed in Rodrygo's cross at the back post to give his side the lead in the 88th minute before settling the match with a free-kick in the 10th minute of added time.

Real Madrid manager, Carlo Ancelotti, has sent a clear message about Eden Hazard, after he did not feature in the game vs Espanyol.

He might actually be the last-choice winger at Real Madrid right now. He has my full backing and it’s not a problem if he doesn’t play, doesn’t get on the pitch or doesn’t warm up. The players who were not brought on, even with Real Madrid searching desperately for a late goal was telling though. On the other hand, Los Blancos were sitting at second after matchday 2 and had aspirations of going to the top with a win over the Barcelona-based side. Coming into the match, the home side were without a win and had picked up just one point. His three years at Santiago Bernabeu have been filled with injuries though.

Following the signing of Vinicius Jr in 2018, Real Madrid acquired the signature of another Brazilian prodigy, Rodrygo Goes, in 2019.

His versatility might allow him make a significant difference and make an impression anytime he is needed, whether as a super sub on the right flank or as a backup striker to Karim Benzema on off days. Although it is a complimentary quality, the defensive support he provides sets him apart significantly. He is gradually but surely regaining the consistency that has always preceded his name with a question mark.

Every player to play for both Barca and Real Madrid, including Clasico legends Ronaldo, Luis Figo, Samuel Eto'o, Luis Enrique and Alfredo Di Stefano.

Is it possible for him to succeed at the Santiago Bernabeu despite his history? The Clasico rivalry is so intense that it is considered taboo to represent both Real Madrid and Barcelona during a player's career. [Youngster Iker Bravo is the latest to do so](https://www.goal.com/en/news/former-barcelona-wonderkid-iker-bravo-joins-real-madrid-on-loan/blt6caadfc5c581bf1c).

Following the departure of Casemiro, Aurelien Tchouameni and Eduardo Camavinga have become the driving force of Real Madrid's midfield.

When the team began to suffer, he made the right changes with Rodrygo and Camavinga coming on, which gave the team an undeniable boost. Disconnected for 85 minutes, but lethal in the last 10. Yet, he did provide the match winning assist to Benzema. Valverde had a good one-two with Tchouameni for Vinicius' goal and spread his energy all over the pitch. Decisive in the victory. Settled in well as a substitute for Dani Carvajal.

As Espanyol upped the aggression, Real coach Carlo Ancelotti brought on youngsters Rodrygo and Eduardo Camavinga and they started to turn the match in Real's ...

“We were spot on with the changes we made. Real Madrid sit top of the table on nine points, level with Real Betis. Rodrygo and Camavinga gave us the energy that we needed,” coach Carlo Ancelotti told Movistar Plus.