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Carlos Espi scores late winner for Real Madrid against Espanyol

Yahoo Sports • 1 min read • Latest: Aug 24, 2026, 11:40 AM

Last updated Aug 24, 2026

Carlos Espi scores late winner for Real Madrid against Espanyol

Summary

Carlos Espi scored a dramatic late goal to secure a 2-1 victory for Real Madrid over Espanyol, marking the team's first win of the 2026/27 La Liga season. His goal not only clinched the match but also led to a surge in attention, with his Spanish-language Wikipedia page receiving over 53,000 views in a single day. Prior to this, Espi, who transferred from Levante, had been relatively unknown with limited online presence. His performance has quickly changed that, drawing significant interest as he establishes himself within the squad.

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By the Numbers

•Real Madrid wins 2-1 against Espanyol in La Liga.
•Carlos Espi scores the decisive goal late in the match.
•Espi's Wikipedia page attracts over 53,000 views post-match.
•He transferred from Levante earlier in the summer.
•This is Real Madrid's first victory of the season.

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11:40 AMYahoo Sports — Real Madrid’s new hero sparks Wikipedia frenzy after dramatic winner against Espanyol

What they're saying

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Carlos Espi had already given Real Madrid three points, and by the following day, he had given thousands of football fans a reason to open Wikipedia.The young striker scored the decisive goal in Real ...
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