Espanyol – Celta Vigo

Espanyol host Celta Vigo in what promises to be a crucial clash for both sides. The Catalans sit eighth in the table with seven points from five games – two wins, a draw and two defeats, and a modest +3 goal difference (8‑5). Celta, languishing in 15th place, have yet to taste victory, holding four points from six matches, all from draws, and a -3 goal deficit (3‑6). With Espanyol looking to consolidate a mid‑table position and Celta desperate for their first win to steer clear of the relegation zone, the encounter could prove decisive in the early‑season narrative.