Karim Benzema scored twice to earn a late win for Real Madrid, while Robert Lewandowski was on target again.
Sergi Roberto, however, was in the right place to strike home the rebound. Lewandowski scored Barça’s third in the 65th minute with a brilliant backheel that deflected off a defender before beating the goalkeeper, Jordi Masip. “We gave them too many chances at the end, you just can’t afford to relax in this game. Koundé played from the start and had a solid showing as Barça dominated and never gave Valladolid a chance. In added time, Espanyol’s keeper Benjamin Lecomte brought down Dani Ceballos on the edge of the area and was shown a straight red card after a VAR review. Lewandowski and Ousmane Dembélé went close for Barcelona, hitting the post early on.
Karim Benzema scored two late goals as Real Madrid beat against Espanyol on Sunday to maintain its perfect start to the La Liga season.
At times, during the season, we have to dig in and we know how to do that." "It's important to know how to dig in. The Frenchman volleyed in Rodrygo's cross at the back post to give his side the lead in the 88th minute before settling the match with a free-kick in the 10th minute of added time.
Real Madrid manager, Carlo Ancelotti, has sent a clear message about Eden Hazard, after he did not feature in the game vs Espanyol.
He might actually be the last-choice winger at Real Madrid right now. He has my full backing and it’s not a problem if he doesn’t play, doesn’t get on the pitch or doesn’t warm up. The players who were not brought on, even with Real Madrid searching desperately for a late goal was telling though. On the other hand, Los Blancos were sitting at second after matchday 2 and had aspirations of going to the top with a win over the Barcelona-based side. Coming into the match, the home side were without a win and had picked up just one point. His three years at Santiago Bernabeu have been filled with injuries though.
WHAT HAPPENED? Bravo is returning to Spain after just one season with Bayer Leverkusen. The teenager was one of the most highly-rated talents in Barcelona's ...
"From the best centre-forward prospect in La Masia to La Fabrica in the space of 12 months," he wrote. The teenager was one of the most highly-rated talents in Barcelona's La Masia academy but left for Germany on a free in 2021 after failing to agree a new contract with the Catalans. Los Blancos would love nothing better than to get one over on their fierce rivals and could have a real talent on their hands if Bravo can show the kind of quality that made him so impressive at La Masia.
Karim Benzema scored twice late on as Real Madrid snatched a 3-1 win away to Espanyol. Madrid had been in danger of dropping their first LaLiga points of ...
Eintracht Frankfurt got their first Bundesliga win of the season with a 4-3 victory away to Wolfsburg. Robert Lewandowski scored a second brace in Barcelona colours to help the Catalans to a 4-0 victory over Real Valladolid. Madrid had been in danger of dropping their first LaLiga points of the season until Benzema finished from close range to put them back in front in the 88th minute.
"Let's see what happens but from what I'm told, his agent is offering Asensio to Premier League clubs. So, keep an eye on Asensio because for Italian clubs it ...
The Italian said: "[If Asensio leaves] I'm counting on Mariano, but he has the best in the world in that position ahead of him and it's difficult for him. Real boss Carlo Ancelotti confirmed Asensio could go but insists he will not replace him. Both the Gunners and the Magpies have been linked with signing the Spain star in the final few days of the transfer window. So, keep an eye on Asensio because for Italian clubs it is not easy. "AC Milan was an option but it’s not easy. [Arsenal](/latest/arsenal-fc) and [Newcastle](/latest/newcastle-united-fc) are on alert as [Real Madrid](/latest/real-madrid-fc)'s Marco Asensio has reportedly been offered to Premier League clubs.
There appears to be a major Real Madrid update on the situation involving Marco Asensio and Manchester United's rumoured interest in him.
The Gunners are believed to be looking for a winger at the moment after letting Nicolas Pepe leave on loan. “Right now he is not the priority for Man Utd. One of the clubs who had been linked with him are Manchester United.
Karim Benzema scored two late goals to extend Real Madrid's 100% winning record as Los Blancos edged past Espanyol 3-1 on Sunday night at the RCDE Stadium.
ESPANYOL 0-1 REAL MADRID (VINICIUS JR): A second goal of the season for Vinicius Jr and it's lift-off for Real Madrid! Benzema pops up in the 88th minute to poke home Rodrygo's back post cross to surely give Real Madrid all three points. Courtois makes a good save, but Joselu is quickest to the rebound and smashes it home! He played a number of key passes and his movement dragged the Espanyol defenders from pillar to post. Real Madrid began to up the ante in search of a winner but were left frustrated by Espanyol’s stubborn rear-guard. Joselu had plenty to do when he received the ball with his back to goal, but he held off the challenge of Eder Militao, swivelling before forcing Thibaut Courtois into a save.
Real Madrid defender Antonio Rudiger had fans in stitches after his bafflingly comical sprint during Sunday's clash against Espanyol, proving once again ...
"Look how much faster he moves when he does it, it’s like some goofy a** superpower," a third fan wrote. presumably to try and activate some sort of imaginary turbo boost. "Rudiger is one of the funniest footballers around hahaha," one fan tweeted, while another commented: "Rudiger is a complete entertainment package!"
The price of two single-game briefs is more than a season ticket at Parkhead.
The 'service fee and tax' charge of £195 brings the total price for the latter seats to just less than £1,700. To put it into perspective, the price of an adult Celtic season ticket for attending all 19 Premiership home matches - plus two friendlies - is £542. The site is charging £450 per ticket minimum for a seat in the Lisbon Lions or Jock Stein Stands with a pair of seats in the Main Stand or North Stand setting you back £1,300.
Karim Benzema scored twice from the 88th minute onward as Real Madrid managed to secure a late win at Espanyol on Sunday.
[live on ESPN+](https://www.espn.com/watch/player/_/id/c02ccf4c-f633-4270-ba91-1502031a5204)) and then they host [Sevilla](/soccer/team?id=243) at 10:15 a.m. ET (stream [live on ESPN+](https://www.espn.com/watch/player/_/id/02452910-b0ce-4eeb-ac28-36681efb8c8d)), and then host [Mallorca](/soccer/team?id=84) at 3 p.m. [David Alaba](https://www.espn.com/soccer/player/_/id/118444/David-Alaba) and Eder Militao, would remain first choice as this campaign got underway. [Aurelien Tchouameni](https://www.espn.com/soccer/player/_/id/265919/Aurélien-Tchouaméni) has looked a worthy successor to Casemiro in Real Madrid's midfield. [LaLiga table](/soccer/league/_/name/esp.1) [Real Madrid-Espanyol](/soccer/match/_/gameId/643797) [Karim Benzema](https://www.espn.com/soccer/player/_/id/46858/Karim-Benzema) in the 88th and 100th minutes saw [Real Madrid](/soccer/team?id=86) eke out a late 3-1 win at [Espanyol](/soccer/team?id=88) on Sunday night. [Real Betis](/soccer/team?id=244) Saturday, Sept. The second half was more equal, they had some chances but in the end there was some magic from Rodrygo and Karim ... Ancelotti said on Saturday that Rodrygo will have a "more important role" this year and feature more often from the start. [Highlights and notable moments](#highlights) [Best/worst performers](#bestworst)
According to Fabrizio Romano, Real Madrid forward Marco Asensio has been offered to Arsenal. Speaking to Wettfreunde.net, Romano said the following on the ...
[Arsenal](/arsenal), [Mikel Arteta](/mikel-arteta), [Premier League](/premier-league), [Marco Asensio](/marco-asensio), [Real Madrid](/real-madrid), [Transfers](/transfers) [Wolves](https://www.sportbible.com/wolverhampton-wanderers) winger [Pedro Neto](https://www.sportbible.com/afcstuff/arsenal-transfer-news-pedro-neto-20220823). [Alamy](https://www.alamy.com/) [Mykhaylo Mudryk](https://www.sportbible.com/afcstuff/arsenal-transfer-news-mykhailo-mudryk-20220829), but nothing appears advanced in that respect. [Wettfreunde.net](https://www.wettfreunde.net/sportwetten-news/fabrizio-romano-deadline-day), Romano said the following on the possibility of a [Gunners](https://www.sportbible.com/afcstuff) move for [Asensio](https://www.sportbible.com/marco-asensio): [Manchester United](https://www.sportbible.com/utddistrict), in the last two weeks.
WHAT HAPPENED? Bravo is returning to Spain after just one season with Bayer Leverkusen. The teenager was one of the most highly-rated talents in Barcelona's ...
"From the best centre-forward prospect in La Masia to La Fabrica in the space of 12 months," he wrote. The teenager was one of the most highly-rated talents in Barcelona's La Masia academy but left for Germany on a free in 2021 after failing to agree a new contract with the Catalans. Los Blancos would love nothing better than to get one over on their fierce rivals and could have a real talent on their hands if Bravo can show the kind of quality that made him so impressive at La Masia.
Karim Benzema scored twice late on as Real Madrid snatched a 3-1 win away to Espanyol. Madrid had been in danger of dropping their first LaLiga points of ...
Eintracht Frankfurt got their first Bundesliga win of the season with a 4-3 victory away to Wolfsburg. Robert Lewandowski scored a second brace in Barcelona colours to help the Catalans to a 4-0 victory over Real Valladolid. Madrid had been in danger of dropping their first LaLiga points of the season until Benzema finished from close range to put them back in front in the 88th minute.