Real Madrid begin Jose Mourinho’s return as coach with a 2-1 win over Espanyol in their opening LaLiga match. Jude Bellingham gives Mourinho’s side the early lead with a header at the RCDE Stadium. Alex Calatrava equalizes for Espanyol in the first half, setting up a tight contest heading into the final stages.
Substitute Carlos Espi scores a late, close-range winner to secure the three points. Across the reports, the match is framed around the contrast between Bellingham’s early advantage and Espanyol’s response, followed by Espi’s decisive moment. Yahoo Sports and Al Jazeera both emphasize Espi’s last-minute impact after Calatrava’s equalizer, while Free Malaysia Today similarly highlights Bellingham’s opener and Espi’s role in sealing the victory for Real Madrid.
