Espanyol Team News - Soccer

Javi Puado - Could return for derby Puado (knee) has resumed team training and could return for the derby against Barcelona on Jan. 3, according to AS.

Impact Puado has missed every game since early October due to a knee injury but is now nearing a return to competition, as he has resumed team training and could be back in the match squad for the derby against Barcelona on Jan. 3. That would be excellent news for the Catalans, since he is an undisputed starter when fit and available and will likely reclaim that role to boost the frontline once back. That said, after nearly three months without playing, the attacking midfielder will likely be eased back into the mix.

2 DAYS AGO • ROTOWIRE

Leandro Cabrera - Defensive wall Cabrera had 10 clearances and one interception in Monday's 2-1 win over Athletic.

Impact Cabrera turned in a strong defensive performance in Monday's win over Athletic, recording one interception, two blocks and, for the second straight match, 10 clearances to keep danger at bay. The center-back remains a key figure for his side, having featured in 16 of the club's 17 matches this season, with his lone absence coming due to suspension.

2 DAYS AGO • ROTOWIRE

Pere Milla - Suffers shin injury Milla scored once before being forced off due to a shin injury in Monday's 2-1 victory over Athletic Club, according to AS.

Impact Milla scored his sixth goal of the season in 15 appearances in La Liga against Athletic Club on Monday, serving as his team's top scorer in the absence of Javi Puado (knee). However, the attacking midfielder was forced off before the hour mark after a heavy collision with Unai Simon that appears to have injured his shin. Milla will be assessed in the coming days and will hope to recover in time for the derby against Barcelona on Jan. 3. That said, if he were to miss some time while recovering, Jofre Carreras would be a likely option to start in his place.

2 DAYS AGO • ROTOWIRE

Tyrhys Dolan - Provides one assist in victory Dolan assisted once to go with one shot (zero on goal), one cross (one accurate) and one chance created in Monday's 2-1 win versus Athletic.

Impact Dolan, back in the starting XI after missing a match through suspension, played a key role in Monday's win over Athletic by providing an assist to Pere Milla early in the second half while also contributing defensively with four tackles. The Englishman remains an important piece for his side despite limited end product, having yet to score but tallying three assists in 16 La Liga appearances this season.

2 DAYS AGO • ROTOWIRE

Carlos Romero - Scores one goal against Athletic Carlos Romero scored one goal to go with one shot (one on goal) and one cross (zero accurate) in Monday's 2-1 win against Athletic.

Impact Romero turned in an excellent all-around performance against Athletic on Monday, first equalizing with a well-taken strike from outside the box before shining defensively with five tackles, three interceptions, a season-high five clearances and two blocks. The left-back is enjoying a strong campaign overall, totaling three goals and two assists in 16 La Liga appearances this season, while also adding 44 tackles and 20 interceptions during that span.

2 DAYS AGO • ROTOWIRE

Marko Dmitrovic - Six saves in win Dmitrovic had six saves and allowed one goal in Monday's 2-1 win versus Athletic.

Impact Dmitrovic turned in a strong performance with six saves in Monday's win over Athletic, even though his three-match clean-sheet streak came to an end. The Serbian goalkeeper remains in excellent form, allowing just one goal while making 13 saves over his last four La Liga appearances. He will look to keep that momentum going in a tough post-break matchup against Barcelona in the derby.

2 DAYS AGO • ROTOWIRE

Espanyol comes from behind to beat Athletic and deepen gloom in Bilbao

Espanyol has beaten Athletic 2-1 in Bilbao to win a fifth consecutive match in La Liga

2 DAYS AGO • Associated Press

Pere Milla - Injured Monday Milla scored and was forced off with an apparent injury during the second half of Monday's clash with Athletic Club.

Impact Milla scored just after halftime and made it just five minutes more before being forced off. The midfielder is a huge blow to the starting XI, though Jofre Carreras is a capable attacking option. Milla will have an extended period to recover before La Liga resumes with a Jan. 3 match against Barcelona.

2 DAYS AGO • ROTOWIRE

Where to Watch Athletic Bilbao vs. Espanyol: TV Channel, Start Time and Live Stream - Bleacher Nation Two teams in the top half of the LaLiga table, Athletic Bilbao (eighth) and Espanyol (fifth), meet on Monday at 3:00 PM ET.

3 DAYS AGO • BLEACHERNATION.COM

'Not happy' - Hansi Flick speaks out after losing vital Barcelona star to injury for La Liga clash with Villarreal

Unhappy Hansi Flick spoke out after losing key Barcelona star Pedri to injury ahead of their crucial La Liga clash with Villarreal on Sunday...

4 DAYS AGO • goal

'Not happy' - Hansi Flick speaks out after losing vital Barcelona star to injury for La Liga clash with Villarreal

Charles Pickel - Playing with DR Congo Pickel has been called up by DR Congo for the AFCON starting Dec. 21 and ending Jan. 18.

Impact Pickel was called by DR Congo for the AFCON and will miss all the games until at least the clash against Levante on Jan. 11. The versatile defender has been only a bench option for the Catalans this season, therefore his absence will not force any changes in the starting XI.

DECEMBER 16 • ROTOWIRE

Edu Exposito - Distributor in win Exposito finished with one assist, three chances created, five crosses (three accurate) and four corners in Saturday's 1-0 win versus Getafe.

Impact Exposito controlled the pace of play for much of the contest, he was constantly around the ball and shutting down any attack Getafe managed to put together. His assist was the cherry on top of a great performance. Exposito will look to build off this match Monday versus Bilbao Athletic.

DECEMBER 15 • ROTOWIRE

Leandro Cabrera - Scores winner Saturday Cabrera scored one goal on three shot attempts (two on target). had eight clearances and two interceptions in Saturday's 1-0 win versus Getafe.

Impact Cabrera notched his second goal of the campaign on Sunday while dominating defensively. The defender's eight clearances were a game high and tied his highest this season. While the goal contributions may be few and far between, the defender has been a bright spot for tackles, clearances, and interceptions. Cabrera will look to keep the offense going on Monday versus Bilbao Athletic.

DECEMBER 15 • ROTOWIRE

Marko Dmitrovic - Third consecutive clean sheet Dmitrovic made one save on 11 shot attempts (one on target) to post his third consecutive clean sheet in Saturday's 1-0 win versus Getafe.

Impact It has now been over 270 minutes since Dmitrovic has conceded a goal. While the one save is nothing to be happy about, he is playing as well as any goalkeeper on the planet. Over his last three appearances he has made seven saves and one clearance. His next chance to continue his dominant stretch will come on Monday versus Bilbao Athletic.

DECEMBER 15 • ROTOWIRE

Tyrhys Dolan - Back from suspension Dolan is no longer suspended and is an option moving forward for the club.

Impact Dolan has served his suspension in La Liga due to the red card he received against Rayo Vallecano and is set to return in the next league contest. The winger has been a regular starter in the frontline for the Catalans and will likely claim back that role against Athletic Club on Monday.

DECEMBER 15 • ROTOWIRE

Raphinha scores 2 as Barcelona wins to add pressure on Real Madrid's Alonso before crunch game

Raphinha has scored two late goals to give Barcelona 2-0 win over Osasuna and increase it lead of the Spanish league

DECEMBER 13 • Associated Press

Clemens Riedel - Returns to team sheet Riedel (illness) is on the bench for Saturday's match against Getafe.

Impact Riedel was deemed fit from his illness ahead of Saturday's match and is now on the team sheet, with the defender an option from the bench. He has not started in his past three appearances on the team sheet, but was a starter in six straight games before falling out of favor, looking to work back to that role now that he is fit, but stuck in a rotational role for the time being.

DECEMBER 13 • ROTOWIRE

Clemens Riedel - Option to face Getafe Riedel (illness) is an option for Saturday's clash against Getafe, the club posted.

Impact Riedel missed the last game due to illness but has fully recovered and is now an option for Saturday's clash against Getafe after being included in the squad list. That said, the defender has been mainly a bench option recently and will likely return to that role moving forward for the Catalans.

DECEMBER 13 • ROTOWIRE

Getafe vs Espanyol Prediction and Betting Tips | December 13th 2025 Getafe will host Espanyol at Estadio Coliseum in La Liga on Saturday. The visitors are fifth in the league table and have a seven-point lead...

DECEMBER 12 • SPORTSKEEDA.COM

Carlos Romero - Sends in three crosses in win Carlos Romero had one shot (zero on goal) and three crosses (zero accurate) in Sunday's 1-0 victory versus Rayo Vallecano.

Impact Romero sent in the second-most crosses for Espanyol, enough to help them win at home. The left-back also logged the second-most tackles (two) and interceptions (two) on defense. That was his 14th start in 14 appearances so far.

DECEMBER 9 • ROTOWIRE

Edu Exposito - Sends in 14 crosses in win Edu Exposito had 14 crosses (two accurate) and six corners in Sunday's 1-0 win versus Rayo Vallecano.

Impact Exposito led Espanyol in crosses as usual and is now averaging exactly eight per game after 14 appearances (12 starts). The midfielder took all their six corner kicks in the match. He also co-led his side in duels won (six).

DECEMBER 9 • ROTOWIRE

Marko Dmitrovic - Keeps clean sheet in win Dmitrovic had two saves and secured a clean sheet in Sunday's 1-0 victory versus Rayo Vallecano.

Impact Dmitrovic logged his sixth clean sheet in the season to help Espanyol win at home. The goalkeeper made two saves and now has 49 over 15 starts so far. He will now look to keep the momentum at Getafe on Saturday.

DECEMBER 9 • ROTOWIRE

Ramon Terrats - Suffers hamstring injury Terrats suffered a hamstring injury very late in Sunday's 1-0 victory against Rayo Vallecano.

Impact Terrats came off the bench for 10 minutes and suffered a hamstring injury on the very last action of the game following a run to avoid the last cross of Rayo Vallecano and secure the win for his team. Terrats will be assessed in the coming days to know the extend of the issue and if he has to spend some time on the sidelines. That said, he has mainly been a bench option this season, therefore his possible absence won't impact the starting squad.

DECEMBER 8 • ROTOWIRE

Tyrhys Dolan - Sees red Sunday Dolan was shown a pair of yellow cards and sent off in the 87th minute of Sunday's 1-0 win against Rayo Vallecano.

Impact Dolan saw a pair of yellow cards late in the game and was handed his marching orders during Sunday's defeat win against Rayo Vallecano. This will leave him suspended for at least one game against Getafe on Dec. 13. Dolan has been an undisputed starter for the Catalans this season, therefore his absence will force a change in the starting XI, with Jofre Carreras expected to start on the right wing in his spot.

DECEMBER 8 • ROTOWIRE

Nine-man Real Madrid loses at home for the 1st time this season

Real Madrid has had two players sent off in a 2-0 home defeat to Celta Vigo as it lost more ground to Spanish league leader Barcelona

DECEMBER 7 • Associated Press

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Espanyol comes from behind to beat Athletic and deepen gloom in Bilbao

'Not happy' - Hansi Flick speaks out after losing vital Barcelona star to injury for La Liga clash with Villarreal

Raphinha scores 2 as Barcelona wins to add pressure on Real Madrid's Alonso before crunch game

Nine-man Real Madrid loses at home for the 1st time this season