Spanish Primera 2018-19 – Espanyol vs Real Madrid Preview & Prediction
AT A GLANCE
When does Espanyol vs Real Madrid kick off? Sunday 27th January, 19:45 (UK)
Where is Espanyol vs Real Madrid being played? RCDE Stadium
What television channel is Espanyol vs Real Madrid on in the UK? This match will not be televised in the UK
Where can I stream Espanyol vs Real Madrid in the UK? Eleven Sports subscribers may be able to stream the match online via the Eleven Sports website
Where can I find tickets for Espanyol vs Real Madrid?
Espanyol – https://proticketing.com/rcdespanyol/en_US/entradas/evento/12722
Real Madrid – https://www.realmadrid.com/en/tickets
THE TEAM NEWS
ESPANYOL
Predicted line-up (4-3-3): Diego Lopez; Javi Lopez, Victor Sanchez, Mario Hermoso, Didac Vila; Granero, Marc Roca, Sergi Darder; Leo Baptistao, Borja Iglesias, Sergio Garcia
Unavailable: Hernan Perez (Injured), Naldo (Injured), David Lopez (Injured), Oscar Duarte (Injured)
Doubtful: Adria Pedrosa (Injured)
REAL MADRID
Predicted line-up (4-3-3): Courtois; Dani Carvajal, Varane, Sergio Ramos, Marcelo; Modric, Casemiro, Kroos; Lucas Vazquez, Benzema, Vinicius Junior
Unavailable: Navas (Injured), Jesus Vallejo (Injured)
Doubtful: Marco Asensio (Injured), Mariano Diaz (Injured), Bale (Injured)
THE PREDICTION
After all their trials and tribulations this season, Real Madrid find themselves third in La Liga, ten points behind leaders Barcelona and five behind local rivals Atletico Madrid. Victory over Espanyol could heap the pressure on the top two and Santiago Solari's men look ready to deliver.
