Match Preview
Real Madrid will host Espanyol at the Estadio Santiago Bernabéu on Sunday, 21 September, with the home side looking to extend their perfect start to the La Liga season. Madrid has been in formidable form, winning all five of their opening matches, showcasing a potent attack that has consistently found the net. In contrast, Espanyol has had a mixed start, with two wins, two draws, and a loss in their last five outings.
Historically, Real Madrid has dominated this fixture, winning seven of the last ten encounters, including three away victories for Espanyol. With six of those matches seeing over 2.5 goals and five featuring both teams scoring, the trend suggests a high-scoring affair could be on the cards. Given Madrid's attacking prowess and the need for Espanyol to secure points, this match promises to be an intriguing contest. Keep an eye on the goal-scoring potential, as both teams may find opportunities to score, making the over 2.5 goals market a compelling angle to consider.