Real Madrid vs. Espanyol: Rodrygo Named MVP in 1-1 Draw

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Real Madrid vs. Espanyol: A Perfect La Liga Season Completed

Real Madrid vs. Espanyol sought victory at the Santiago Bernabéu against Espanyol to complete a perfect La Liga season, going 38 matches unbeaten—and they succeeded.

The team came out pressing high from the start, recovering the ball near Espanyol's area and relentlessly pursuing a goal, though they lacked precision in the first half. Madrid displayed a different intensity than in previous matches, dominating the first 30 minutes. However, their lack of effectiveness and fatigue caused them to drop the pace in the final moments of the first half.

The second half began poorly with an own goal from Courtois, but the team not only managed to turn it around but ended up winning decisively. The introduction of Vinicius was a turning point, as he energized the squad and, with one goal and one assist, was key in the comeback. The goals for Madrid came from Carvajal, Rodrygo, Vinicius, and Mbappé, who scored from the penalty spot. Mbappé now has six goals for the club, four in La Liga, matching Lewandowski’s tally in the race for the Pichichi.