Next Game: Espanyol vs. CSKA Moscow - Thursday, December 12 at 8pm in Europa League
| Current League Standings | P | GD | PTS | |
| 18 | Celta Vigo | 16 | -11 | 13 |
| 19 | Leganes | 16 | -16 | 9 |
| 20 | Espanyol | 16 | -20 | 9 |
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Zinedine Zidane unconcerned by lack of goals from Vinicius Junior
Centre-back Raphael Varane and striker Karim Benzema were on target in the 2-0 win over Espanyol.
Dec 7, 16:50
Result: Ten-man Real Madrid beat Espanyol to move clear of Barcelona
Ferland Mendy was dismissed late on.
Dec 7, 14:09
Zidane: 'I won't stop Gareth Bale playing golf'
The Welshman has been dubbed 'The Golfer' by his teammates at the Bernabeu.
Dec 6, 13:52
How Real Madrid could line up against Espanyol
Sports Mole looks at how Real Madrid could line up in Saturday's La Liga clash with Espanyol.
Dec 5, 17:11
Preview: Real Madrid vs. Espanyol – prediction, team news, lineups
Sports Mole previews Saturday's La Liga clash between Real Madrid and Espanyol, including team news and predicted lineups.
Dec 5, 16:35
Real Madrid team news: Injury, suspension list vs. Espanyol
Sports Mole rounds up Real Madrid's latest injury and suspension news ahead of Saturday's La Liga clash with Espanyol.
Dec 1, 11:27
Preview: Atletico Madrid vs. Espanyol - prediction, team news, lineups
Sports Mole previews Sunday's La Liga clash between Atletico Madrid and Espanyol, including predictions, team news and possible lineups.
Nov 8, 14:23
Real Madrid consider Marc Roca as N'Golo Kante alternative?
Real Madrid reportedly pinpoint Espanyol midfielder Marc Roca as a cheaper alternative to N'Golo Kante.
Oct 4, 12:54
Bayern Munich 'agree £36m Marc Roca deal'
Bayern Munich close in on a £36m deal for Espanyol midfielder Marc Roca, according to a report.
Aug 23, 19:56
Napoli, Fiorentina want Bournemouth winger Jordon Ibe?
Italian sides Napoli and Fiorentina are reportedly among the clubs interested in signing Bournemouth winger Jordon Ibe before the European transfer window closes.
Aug 16, 20:52
Bayern Munich agree Marc Roca deal?
Bayern Munich agree personal terms with Espanyol midfielder Marc Roca ahead of a potential switch to Germany, according to a report.
Jul 17, 20:08
West Ham United make late swoop for Espanyol striker Borja Iglesias?
Espanyol's Borja Iglesias is reportedly on West Ham United's radar as they continue their search for a new striker.
Jul 13, 20:48
Atletico Madrid consider Nicolas Otamendi swoop?
Atletico Madrid reportedly line up Manchester City centre-back Nicolas Otamendi as a possible transfer target should they miss out on Espanyol's Mario Hermoso.
Jun 24, 21:30
David Gallego replaces Rubi as new Espanyol boss
Rubi had only arrived at Espanyol last summer.
Jun 6, 14:33
Real Betis unveil Rubi as new head coach
Espanyol confirmed Rubi had paid up his release clause.
Jun 6, 14:32
Paris Saint-Germain, Bayern Munich to battle Arsenal for Mario Hermoso?
Arsenal will face competition from Paris Saint-Germain and Bayern Munich when it comes to Espanyol's Mario Hermoso, according to a report.
May 28, 21:57
Arsenal tracking £18m-rated defender Mario Hermoso?
A report suggests that Arsenal may be ready to push ahead with an offer for Espanyol defender Mario Hermoso, who is also wanted by Bayern Munich and Paris Saint-Germain.
May 24, 13:32
Result: Zou Feddal rescues late point for Real Betis
The defender found the net with a left-footed volley deep into second-half stoppage time.
Apr 30, 00:20
Real Madrid target Mario Hermoso addresses transfer speculation
Espanyol defender Mario Hermoso plays down suggestions that he could re-join Real Madrid at the end of the season.
Apr 12, 13:15
Result: Lionel Messi magic inspires flat Barcelona as they move further clear
Barcelona beat Catalan rivals Espanyol 2-0 at Camp Nou thanks to a couple of second-half goals from Lionel Messi.
Mar 30, 17:10
