Real Madrid opens La Liga season with victory over Espanyol
2 sources • 1 min read • Latest: Aug 22, 2026, 11:38 PM
Last updated Aug 22, 2026
Real Madrid began its 2026-27 La Liga campaign with a win over Espanyol at the RCDE Stadium, thanks to a late goal from Carlos Espi. The match appeared to be headed for a draw until Espi's debut goal secured three points for the visitors. After the game, coach Jose Mourinho praised his team's control and pressure, while expressing sympathy for Espanyol's effort. Mourinho also addressed the ongoing treatment of Vinicius Junior, highlighting issues of player conduct and mental resilience. Jude Bellingham stood out as a key performer, and Mourinho expressed optimism about the team's progress.
- •Real Madrid defeated Espanyol in their season opener on August 22.
- •Carlos Espi scored the winning goal in the 90th minute.
- •Mourinho praised the team's performance while acknowledging Espanyol's efforts.
- •Vinicius Junior faced significant challenges during the match.
- •Jude Bellingham's performance was strong, contributing to the team's success.
- 11:38 PMYahoo Sports — Mourinho decries bullying of Vini after La Liga debut: not a saint
- 10:30 PMYahoo Sports — Mourinho talks Vinicius, Bellingham and Espi after Real Madrid win over Espanyol – “We are still in the era of bullying”
"Real Madrid started their 2026-27 season with victory over Espanyol in their La Liga opener on Saturday night. They had been heading towards a disappointing draw, but thanks to debutant Carlos Espi’...
"Real Madrid’s 2026/27 La Liga season began this Saturday (22) with a 2-1 win over Espanyol away from home.The Merengues’ goals were scored by Bellingham and Carlos Espí, the latter in the closing...
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External links- Yahoo SportsAug 22, 2026, 11:38 PMMourinho decries bullying of Vini after La Liga debut: not a saint
Real Madrid’s 2026/27 La Liga season began this Saturday (22) with a 2-1 win over Espanyol away from home.The Merengues’ goals were scored by Bellingham and Carlos Espí, the latter in the closing...
- Yahoo SportsAug 22, 2026, 10:30 PMMourinho talks Vinicius, Bellingham and Espi after Real Madrid win over Espanyol – “We are still in the era of bullying”
Real Madrid started their 2026-27 season with victory over Espanyol in their La Liga opener on Saturday night. They had been heading towards a disappointing draw, but thanks to debutant Carlos Espi’...
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