Live Now

216
GDL '25 U15: Chiefs v Sundowns
202
Diski Challenge 24/25: PIR v GAR
209
Diski Challenge 24/25: PIR v GAR
Upcoming
09:55
216
GDL '25 U17: Chiefs v Sundowns
09:55
202
Diski Challenge 24/25: MAG v SUN
09:55
209
Diski Challenge 24/25: MAG v SUN

Real Madrid beaten by Espanyol after late Romero winner

football01 February 2025 22:30| © Reuters
Share

LaLiga leaders Real Madrid were stunned at lowly Espanyol on Saturday after losing 1-0 thanks to a late Carlos Romero strike.

Vinicius Jr appeared to have given Real the lead in the 21st minute after latching onto Kylian Mbappe's pass.

However, the goal was disallowed after the Frenchman had fouled Espanyol's Pol Lozano in the build-up.

The hosts kept Real at bay in the second half, with Lucas Vazquez, Rodrygo and Jude Bellingham all having efforts brilliantly saved by goalkeeper Joan Garcia.

Romero netted the winner in the 85th minute after latching onto Omar El Hilali's pass.

The result means Real, on 49 points, are one point clear of Atletico Madrid, who beat Mallorca 2-0.

Espanyol moved up to 17th in the standings with 23 points.