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Camavinga lays it off to Benzema on the edge of the penalty area. Camavinga is allowed to run through the Espanyol midfield with relative ease before teeing up Kroos. It takes an age for the decision to be made, but the referee finally shows the Espanyol goalkeeper his marching orders after reviewing the replay on the pitch-side monitor. REAL MADRID SUB Real Madrid FULL-TIME: ESPANYOL 1-3 REAL MADRID

Karim Benzema scored twice from the 88th minute onward as Real Madrid managed to secure a late win at Espanyol on Sunday.

[live on ESPN+](https://www.espn.com/watch/player/_/id/c02ccf4c-f633-4270-ba91-1502031a5204)) and then they host [Sevilla](/soccer/team?id=243) at 10:15 a.m. ET (stream [live on ESPN+](https://www.espn.com/watch/player/_/id/02452910-b0ce-4eeb-ac28-36681efb8c8d)), and then host [Mallorca](/soccer/team?id=84) at 3 p.m. [David Alaba](https://www.espn.com/soccer/player/_/id/118444/David-Alaba) and Eder Militao, would remain first choice as this campaign got underway. [Aurelien Tchouameni](https://www.espn.com/soccer/player/_/id/265919/Aurélien-Tchouaméni) has looked a worthy successor to Casemiro in Real Madrid's midfield. [LaLiga table](/soccer/league/_/name/esp.1) [Real Madrid-Espanyol](/soccer/match/_/gameId/643797) [Karim Benzema](https://www.espn.com/soccer/player/_/id/46858/Karim-Benzema) in the 88th and 100th minutes saw [Real Madrid](/soccer/team?id=86) eke out a late 3-1 win at [Espanyol](/soccer/team?id=88) on Sunday night. [Real Betis](/soccer/team?id=244) Saturday, Sept. The second half was more equal, they had some chances but in the end there was some magic from Rodrygo and Karim ... Ancelotti said on Saturday that Rodrygo will have a "more important role" this year and feature more often from the start. [Highlights and notable moments](#highlights) [Best/worst performers](#bestworst)

The Uruguayan reached the milestone in the game against Espanyol at the RCDE Stadium.

After clinching the UEFA Super Cup on 10 August against Eintracht Frankfurt, he has now amassed seven trophies with Real Madrid: 1 Champions League, 1 Club World Cup, 1 UEFA European Super Cup, 2 LaLiga titles and 2 Spanish Super Cups. Fede Valverde recorded his 100th win with Real Madrid at the RCDE Stadium, where the Whites claimed a 1-3 victory. Valverde’s victories have come in LaLiga (74), Champions League (15), Copa del Rey (7), Spanish Super Cup (3) and UEFA Super Cup (1).

On the 29th of August 2012, Real Madrid beat Barcelona at the Santiago Bernabéu (2-1).

1-0 (min. 3-2 (min. 2-1 (min. 3-1 (min. The first leg was played on the 23rd of August at the Camp Nou, where the azulgranas ran out 3-2 winners. On the 29th of August 2012, Real Madrid got their hands on a ninth Spanish Super Cup title.

Vini Jr. put Real Madrid ahead, as Espanyol equalised just before half-time but the captain sealed the win with two goals in the final minutes.

Benzema curled in the resulting freekick to seal a 1-3 win. Rodrygo whipped in a fine cross for the Frenchman to scored at the back post with a well-controlled volley. The Brazilian capitalised on a through ball from Tchouameni to score with a right-footed effort to make it 0-1.

Karim Benzema scored twice to earn a late win for Real Madrid, while Robert Lewandowski was on target again.

Sergi Roberto, however, was in the right place to strike home the rebound. Lewandowski scored Barça’s third in the 65th minute with a brilliant backheel that deflected off a defender before beating the goalkeeper, Jordi Masip. “We gave them too many chances at the end, you just can’t afford to relax in this game. Koundé played from the start and had a solid showing as Barça dominated and never gave Valladolid a chance. In added time, Espanyol’s keeper Benjamin Lecomte brought down Dani Ceballos on the edge of the area and was shown a straight red card after a VAR review. Lewandowski and Ousmane Dembélé went close for Barcelona, hitting the post early on.

We go over everything you need to know for Espanyol vs. Real Madrid on Matchday 3.

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Carlo Ancelotti spoke in the press room at the RCDE Stadium and gave his analysis of Real Madrid's win over Espanyol on LaLiga matchday three: "Camavinga ...

If Kroos and Modric had come on instead, we might not have had that energy that we had. The game became end to end and that suited us". If I’d started with Rodrygo and Camavinga we might not have had so much control in the first 25 minutes. We controlled the game well and struck early. "We were very slow. When the game is stretched his energy gives us a boost, just like that of Rodrygo, Valverde or Vinicius.

Los Blancos are a perfect 2-0-0 on the season.

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Karim Benzema scored two late goals as Real Madrid beat against Espanyol on Sunday to maintain its perfect start to the La Liga season.

At times, during the season, we have to dig in and we know how to do that." "It's important to know how to dig in. The Frenchman volleyed in Rodrygo's cross at the back post to give his side the lead in the 88th minute before settling the match with a free-kick in the 10th minute of added time.

Legendary chess player Magnus Carlsen has revealed that he was once told to say Cristiano Ronaldo was his favourite player during a Real Madrid interview.

“I went to quite a number of Madrid games and they’ve always been super helpful to me down there. 🗣♟ Magnus Carlsén, the greatest chess player of all time and also a Real Madrid fan, admits Messi is the best ever, but also how he was forced to say Ronaldo was his favourite.. If Real Madrid signed a player, that player would declare that Ronaldo was the world’s best footballer. Magnus Carlsen: I was told to say Ronaldo is my favourite player Legendary chess player Magnus Carlsen has revealed that he was once told to say Cristiano Ronaldo was his favourite player during a Real Madrid interview. “I always liked Ronaldo but I always kind of thought that Messi was better.

WHAT HAPPENED? Bravo is returning to Spain after just one season with Bayer Leverkusen. The teenager was one of the most highly-rated talents in Barcelona's ...

"From the best centre-forward prospect in La Masia to La Fabrica in the space of 12 months," he wrote. The teenager was one of the most highly-rated talents in Barcelona's La Masia academy but left for Germany on a free in 2021 after failing to agree a new contract with the Catalans. Los Blancos would love nothing better than to get one over on their fierce rivals and could have a real talent on their hands if Bravo can show the kind of quality that made him so impressive at La Masia.

Bravo, capped by Spain at various age levels through to Under-19, made two substitute appearances for Leverkusen in all competitions last season. Bundesliga ...

I hope it's the beginning of an enjoyable journey. "I am extremely happy to be here. The 25-year-old has signed a five-year contract with an option for further year.

Following the signing of Vinicius Jr in 2018, Real Madrid acquired the signature of another Brazilian prodigy, Rodrygo Goes, in 2019.

His versatility might allow him make a significant difference and make an impression anytime he is needed, whether as a super sub on the right flank or as a backup striker to Karim Benzema on off days. Although it is a complimentary quality, the defensive support he provides sets him apart significantly. He is gradually but surely regaining the consistency that has always preceded his name with a question mark.

Every player to play for both Barca and Real Madrid, including Clasico legends Ronaldo, Luis Figo, Samuel Eto'o, Luis Enrique and Alfredo Di Stefano.

Is it possible for him to succeed at the Santiago Bernabeu despite his history? The Clasico rivalry is so intense that it is considered taboo to represent both Real Madrid and Barcelona during a player's career. [Youngster Iker Bravo is the latest to do so](https://www.goal.com/en/news/former-barcelona-wonderkid-iker-bravo-joins-real-madrid-on-loan/blt6caadfc5c581bf1c).

Real Madrid manager, Carlo Ancelotti, has sent a clear message about Eden Hazard, after he did not feature in the game vs Espanyol.

He might actually be the last-choice winger at Real Madrid right now. He has my full backing and it’s not a problem if he doesn’t play, doesn’t get on the pitch or doesn’t warm up. The players who were not brought on, even with Real Madrid searching desperately for a late goal was telling though. On the other hand, Los Blancos were sitting at second after matchday 2 and had aspirations of going to the top with a win over the Barcelona-based side. Coming into the match, the home side were without a win and had picked up just one point. His three years at Santiago Bernabeu have been filled with injuries though.