Match Preview · Football · Spain · LaLiga · Espanyol · Real Madrid · Kike Garcia · Javi Puado · Ferland Mendy
In the last 3 meetings, Espanyol have 1W 0D 2L against Real Madrid. Total goals 5 (1-4); both teams scored in 0 of 3.
Real Madrid arrive in stronger rhythm. Their last five-game run reads 4 wins and 1 draw, with 2.4 goals scored per match and only 1.0 conceded. Espanyol's recent return is 1 win, 3 draws and 1 defeat, alongside 2.0 goals scored and 1.8 allowed. That is the clearest line in this preview and prediction.
The betting tips angle starts with the away price. Real Madrid are at 1.46, Espanyol at 6.80, and the draw at 4.70. Madrid have also shortened from an opening 1.62, a strong signal before kick-off. Espanyol can point to that 3-0 opening win and an early spot in second, but it is still only one league game. With Javi Puado and Kike Garcia listed out, the home side lose two attacking options. The h2h conversation matters less here than the current gap in form.
Real Madrid should have enough scoring power and recent consistency to take the points, with Real Madrid to win. Expected score: 1-2.
1X2: Away @1.48
The discussion backed Real Madrid as the strongest side, and the article prediction also expects a Madrid win in a 1-2 type result.
Home To Score 2+ Goals in a Row: Yes @6.22
Aggressive option: For more upside, Home To Score 2+ Goals in a Row: Yes at 6.22 is the bolder way to back the expected 1-2 score.
1X2: Away @1.48
Home To Score 2+ Goals in a Row: Yes @6.22