The referee whistles the start of the match at the Stage Front Stadium this Saturday at 4:30 pm local time in Barcelona. Espanyol hosts Real Madrid in LaLiga in a duel valid for the single phase of the championship. The ball rolls with the score at 0-1 after Bellingham’s goal eight minutes into the first half. The English midfielder took advantage of Arda Güler’s free kick and headed the ball into the corner.
Courtois calmly starts the ball in the face of Espanyol’s initial pressure. The defenders receive and play laterally to maintain possession. Real Madrid organize the first transition with Dumfries on the right. The Dutchman gains speed but is disarmed by Hinojo. Calatrava hits Vini Jr hard and the players argue with no card shown.
Dumfries appears again and is fouled by Calatrava in the third minute. Bellingham tries an effect play in the middle and is disarmed. Mbappé receives it for the first time, advances inside and passes it to Güler. Espanyol’s defense cuts off the pass. Vini Jr is brought down on the left following a second foul. Dolan is launched but the flag flag is offside.
Bellingham goal changes the score early
Arda Güler takes a free kick in the area. Bellingham rises beautifully and heads into the corner of the goalkeeper who tried to leave and returned and faltered in the shot. Real up front. The English midfielder completes the rehearsed play with precision. The score changes to 0-1 eight minutes into the first half. Espanyol’s defense is unable to react in time.
The Espanyol goalkeeper hesitates on the way out and leaves the space open. Bellingham takes advantage of the hesitation and finishes with his head. The stadium reacts with the silence of the local fans. Real Madrid celebrates the first goal of the official season under the command of José Mourinho. The ball returns to the center of the field for the restart.
The visiting team maintains possession after the goal. Bernardo Silva and Konaté position themselves to close the spaces. Dumfries remains active on the right flank. Espanyol tries to pressure the ball but finds Courtois calm. The Belgian goalkeeper distributes with the defenders and controls the pace.
Espanyol’s initial pressure and Real’s responses
Espanyol advances lines to seek a quick draw. Manolo González’s team puts pressure on Real Madrid’s ball. Courtois plays safely and avoids mistakes. The defenders keep the line high and regain possession in two consecutive moments. Real’s midfield is composed of Bellingham and Bernardo Silva.
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Vini Jr receives the ball on the left and suffers the second foul of the game. The Brazilian falls and the referee marks the infraction. Mbappé appears for the first time in the finishing area. The Frenchman advances inside and tries to pass to Güler. Espanyol’s defense cuts and removes the danger. Dolan tries the long throw but is in an irregular position.
Dumfries shoots again from the right and faces Hinojo’s tackle. The Dutchman recovers the ball and starts a new transition. Calatrava kicks Vini Jr and generates discussion among the players. The referee controls the situation without showing a card. The game gains intensity in the first minutes.
The ball returns to the center and Real Madrid organizes another exit. Courtois is tight and kicks forward. Bellingham tries the play with effect but is disarmed in midfield. Espanyol recovers and tries to counterattack. The Merengue defense closes in and prevents the advance. The score remains 0x1.
Details of the free kick and the finish
Arda Güler positions the ball at the free kick spot. The Turk observes the barrier and chooses his side. The charge goes up in the area with precision. Bellingham rises beautifully and heads in the corner. Espanyol’s goalkeeper tries to come back and falters in the shot. The goal is confirmed and Real Madrid open the scoring.
The English midfielder completes the movement with perfect timing. The ball goes into the corner with no chance of defense. The teammates surround Bellingham for the celebration. The Stage Front Stadium records the silence of the local fans. The game restarts with Espanyol needing to react.
The Catalan team tries to press right after the goal. Real Madrid’s ball flow is tested again. Courtois stays calm and distributes. Bernardo Silva positions himself to receive and play. Konaté closes the left side and prevents progression. Dumfries remains a depth option.
Vini Jr moves to the left and looks for space. The Brazilian receives it and suffers another foul. The referee calls the infraction and the game stops. Mbappé approaches the area and tries a deep pass. The defense cuts and moves away. The score remains 0-1 after eleven minutes of the first half.
Movements on the right side and fouls called
Dumfries wins on Calatrava’s run and is fouled. The Dutchman accelerates and forces the infraction. The referee scores and Real Madrid are charged. The ball is raised in the area but the defense clears it. Espanyol recovers and tries to exit quickly. Hinojo disarms another attempt by Dumfries.
Calatrava arrives with intensity at Vini Jr. The players argue and the atmosphere heats up. The referee intervenes and controls the situation without a card. The game resumes with Real Madrid in possession. Bellingham moves in the middle and tries to progress. The pass is cut off and the ball returns to the defense.
Espanyol launches Dolan in depth. The flag marks the offside and cancels the play. The ball goes back to Real Madrid. Courtois distributes and the team organizes the transition. Bernardo Silva touches and opens to the right. Dumfries receives it and advances. Hinojo’s disarm interrupts the sequence.
Mbappé receives the ball freely for the first time. The Frenchman advances inside and passes it to Güler. Espanyol’s defense cuts off the pass at the last moment. Vini Jr is knocked down on the left and suffers a foul. The referee scores and Real Madrid are charged. The score remains unchanged.
Restart after goal and possession control
Real Madrid takes control of possession after Bellingham’s goal. The team exchanges passes in midfield and looks for the second goal. Bernardo Silva and Konaté balance the marking. Dumfries remains active on the wing. Espanyol tries to recover the ball but finds the visiting organization.
Courtois plays with his feet and finds the defenders. The defense line remains high and compact. Bellingham moves to receive and play. The English midfield participates in the construction. Güler approaches the area and looks for space. Espanyol’s defense closes down and avoids the danger.
Vini Jr moves and forces the foul again. The Brazilian falls and the referee scores. The charge is prepared. The ball goes into the area but is cleared away. Espanyol tries a quick counterattack. The Meringue defense recovers and cuts off the advance. The game continues with the score at 0x1.
The intensity increases in the following minutes. Espanyol puts pressure on the ball. Courtois stays calm and distributes. Real Madrid recovers and begins a new transition. Dumfries fires and is disarmed. The ball returns to the middle and Bellingham organizes it. The score remains 0-1 after eleven minutes.
Timeline of main bids
- 00′ The game starts at Stage Front Stadium with the opening whistle. The teams position themselves and the ball rolls for the first time in Real Madrid’s official season.
- 01′ Courtois is tight on the way out and kicks forward. The ball goes up and the dispute takes place in midfield.
- 02′ Bellingham tries the effect play in the middle and is disarmed. Espanyol regains possession and tries to advance.
- 03′ Calatrava arrives kicking at Vini Jr and the players argue. The referee controls without showing a card. Dumfries wins the race and is fouled.
- 05′ Dumfries shoots on the right and is disarmed by Hinojo. The ball returns to the Espanyol defense.
- 06′ Dolan is thrown deep but is offside. The flag marks and cancels the play.
- 07′ Mbappé receives the ball for the first time and passes it to Güler. The defense cuts. Vini Jr suffers the second foul on the left.
- 08′ Arda Güler takes a free kick in the area. Bellingham rises beautifully and heads into the corner of the goalkeeper who tried to leave and returned and faltered in the shot. Real up front. The score changes to 0x1.
- 10′ Espanyol tries to put pressure on Real’s ball. Courtois calmly plays with the defenders.
Reinforcements and starting lineup for real madrid
Real Madrid arrives with six new names in the squad. Diomande Cucurella Carlos Espí Dumfries Bernardo Silva and Konaté are part of the group. Of these, Dumfries Konaté and Bernardo Silva are starters this Saturday. The team moved into the Spanish market with impactful hires in different positions.
José Mourinho returns to command in an official match. The Portuguese coached Real Madrid between 2010 and 2013. The reintroduction brought the coach back to the bench. Vini Jr starts the ninth season with the white shirt. The Brazilian is the player on the current squad with the most appearances and goals for the club.
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Endrick missed the debut due to a minor muscle injury. The striker did not participate in the last friendly against Schalke 04. The coach confirmed his absence from the week’s training sessions. Number nine is available for the moment. Real Madrid did not play in the first round due to a vacation after the World Cup.
Espanyol debuted with a 3-0 victory over Levante. Manolo González’s team is looking for the second positive result. The table shows Real Madrid still without points and Espanyol with three. The averages for corners and cards are zero for both at the start.
Ball control and transition attempts
Real Madrid maintain possession after the goal. The exchange of passes in midfield seeks to open spaces. Bernardo Silva moves and plays to the sides. Konaté closes the line and prevents Espanyol from progressing. Dumfries continues as a depth option on the right. The Dutchman receives it and accelerates.
Vini Jr moves to the left and forces the marking. The Brazilian receives and suffers the foul. The referee scores and the game stops. The charge is prepared and the ball goes up. Espanyol’s defense wards off the danger. Mbappé approaches and tries the deep pass. The cut happens at the last moment.
Espanyol tries to put pressure on the ball. Courtois plays calmly and finds the defenders. The defense line remains compact. Bellingham positions itself to receive and organize. Güler approaches the area and looks for space. Espanyol’s marking closes and prevents the shot.
The intensity remains high in the following minutes. The score remains 0x1. Real Madrid control possession and look for the second goal. Espanyol recovers and tries to counterattack. The Merengue defense cuts and recovers. The game continues with the first half in progress.
Vini Jr’s movement and fouls suffered
Vini Jr is taken down on the left for the second time. The Brazilian falls and the referee marks the infraction. The charge is prepared. The ball goes into the area but is cleared away. Real Madrid maintains the pressure. Mbappé receives it and advances inside. The pass to Güler is cut by the defense.
Dumfries fires again from the right. The Dutchman gains speed and faces the tackle. Hinojo recovers the ball and starts the exit. Espanyol tries the long throw. Dolan is in an irregular position and the flag scores. The ball goes back to Real Madrid.
Calatrava arrives hard at Vini Jr. The players argue and the atmosphere heats up. The referee intervenes and controls the situation. The game resumes with Real Madrid in possession. Bellingham moves in the middle and tries to progress. The pass is cut off and the ball returns to the defense.
Courtois is tight and kicks forward. The ball goes up and the dispute takes place. Espanyol recovers and tries to advance. The Meringue defense closes in and impedes progress. The score remains 0x1. The first half continues with Real Madrid ahead.
Defensive organization and ball possession
The visiting team organizes itself after the goal. The defense line remains high. Konaté and the defenders close the spaces. Bernardo Silva balances the midfield. Bellingham participates in construction and marking. Real Madrid controls the pace of the match.
Espanyol tries to pressurize the exit. Courtois stays calm and distributes. Side touches prevent errors. Possession remains with Real Madrid. Dumfries offers himself on the right and receives it. Advancement is interrupted by disarming. The ball returns to the middle.
Güler approaches the area and looks for space. The marking closes and the pass is cut. Vini Jr moves and forces the foul. The referee scores and the game stops. The charge is prepared. The ball goes up but is pushed away. The score remains 0x1.
The game continues with the first half in progress. Real Madrid are looking for the second goal. Espanyol recovers and tries to equalize. The intensity remains. The teams compete for each ball. The score remains unchanged after eleven minutes.
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