Espanyol – Real Madrid

Espanyol fell to a 1‑2 defeat at home against second‑placed Real Madrid, who stretched their lead at the top to 12 points after four wins from five games. The Catalans, sitting eighth with seven points from two victories, a draw and two losses, saw their goal difference slip to +3 (8‑5) while Madrid’s tally improved to +10 (14‑4). The visitors continued their dominance in the head‑to‑head this season, having already secured the only meeting between the sides. The loss leaves Espanyol still chasing a European spot, whereas Real Madrid remain firmly in contention for the title.