RCD Espanyol 1-0 Real Madrid

Current streaks

Recent form

RCD Espanyol

RCD Espanyol have been struggling to find consistent form, as evidenced by their 18th position in La Liga with only 20 points from 21 games. Their recent results show a tendency to draw matches, with four of their last six games ending in stalemates. The team's goal-scoring record is particularly concerning, with a meagre average of 0.83 goals per game over the last six matches. Defensively, they've conceded at the same rate, resulting in a goal difference of zero. Espanyol have been involved in predominantly low-scoring affairs, with 83% of their recent games featuring under 2.5 goals. Despite their difficulties, they've managed to avoid consecutive defeats, but haven't kept a clean sheet in their last five outings. The lack of high-scoring games and winning streaks highlights Espanyol's struggle to dominate matches and secure vital points in their battle against relegation.

Real Madrid

Real Madrid are currently in scintillating form, having won their last five matches across all competitions after a heavy 5-2 defeat to Barcelona in the Super Cup. Their offensive prowess has been particularly impressive, with the team scoring a remarkable 22 goals in their last six games, averaging 3.67 goals per match. Notably, all of their recent fixtures have been high-scoring affairs, with over 2.5 goals in 100% of these games and an average of 5.17 total goals per match. Despite their attacking flair, Real Madrid's defence has shown some vulnerability, keeping only two clean sheets in this period and conceding in 67% of their matches. However, their goal difference of +13 over the last six games underscores their dominance. The standout performances include a 5-1 thrashing of Red Bull Salzburg in the Champions League and a 5-2 victory over RC Celta in the Copa del Rey, highlighting Real Madrid's ability to score goals in abundance across various competitions.

Recent home/away form

RCD Espanyol

RCD Espanyol's recent home form has been mixed, with the team showing resilience but struggling to secure victories. Espanyol have gone unbeaten in their last five home matches, a positive run that includes two wins and three draws. However, their inability to convert draws into wins has likely contributed to their low league position. The Periquitos have been involved in several tight contests, with three consecutive 1-1 or 0-0 draws highlighting their defensive stability but also their difficulties in front of goal. Their most impressive home performance came in a 3-1 victory over RC Celta, which stands out as the highest-scoring game in this period. Espanyol's defence has been relatively solid, conceding an average of just one goal per game in their last six home matches, but their attack has been somewhat lacklustre, scoring only 1.17 goals per game on average.

Real Madrid

Real Madrid have been in impressive form away from home, with a current run of five consecutive away victories across all competitions. Their attacking prowess is particularly noteworthy, having scored an impressive 19 goals in their last six away matches, averaging 3.17 goals per game. Defensively, they've been solid as well, keeping three clean sheets in this period. The most high-scoring game was their 5-0 victory against Deportiva Minera in the Copa del Rey, while their 3-3 draw with Rayo Vallecano was their most thrilling encounter. Interestingly, all of their recent away matches have seen over 2.5 goals, highlighting Real Madrid's commitment to attacking football even on the road. Despite conceding in half of these games, their goal difference of +13 underscores their dominance in away fixtures.