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Espanyol

SpainSpainFounded 1900
José González Álvarez
José González ÁlvarezManager
RCDE Stadium
Home Venue
RCDE Stadium
40,000 capacity

Season Report & Analysis

Espanyol - League 2025/2026

Comprehensive statistical analysis of Espanyol's season performance, including team metrics, player statistics, form analysis, home/away performance, and detailed insights.

Espanyol is currently competing in the League 2025/2026 season, sitting in 5th position with 34 points from 19 matches. The team represents Spain in this competition.

The team's record of 10 wins from 19 matches represents a strong 52.6% win rate, showing consistent competitive performance. With 23 goals scored and 20 goals conceded, the team achieved a +3 goal difference, highlighting their attacking prowess and defensive solidity. The team averaged 1.21 goals per game, demonstrating modest attacking output.

This comprehensive report provides detailed analysis of Espanyol's season so far, including player performance metrics, form analysis, home and away performance, disciplinary records, and competitive insights. The data reflects the team's performance through 19 matches, showcasing their strengths, areas for development, and overall contribution to the competition.

Home Advantage

+14%

Moderate home advantage

Points per Game

1.90Home
1.67Away

Home vs Away Points

Performance Summary

Espanyol's home advantage is 0.23 points per game, suggesting balanced performance regardless of venue. The team averages 1.90 points at home compared to 1.67 points away.

Espanyol has accumulated 19 points at home from 10 matches (6W 1D 3L) and 15 points away from 9 matches (4W 3D 2L). This balanced record demonstrates their ability to perform consistently regardless of venue, showing adaptability and mental strength in different environments.

Espanyol shows remarkable consistency across venues, with the most balanced home-away record - 19 home points and 15 away points - demonstrating their ability to perform consistently regardless of venue. This balanced approach indicates strong mental resilience and tactical adaptability.

Average Goals per Match

2.18

Across 19 matches

Team Goals per Game

1.21

Goals scored per match

Goals per Match Distribution

Distribution by Percentage

0-1 goals
6 matches (31.6%)
2-3 goals
10 matches (52.6%)
4-5 goals
3 matches (15.8%)
6+ goals
0 matches (0.0%)

Summary

Across 19 completed matches for Espanyol, the team's matches average 2.18 goals per match. The most frequent outcome is 2-3 goals, representing 10 matches (52.6% of all fixtures), indicating a balanced approach where both attacking play and defensive organization are rewarded.

Low-scoring encounters (0-1 goals) make up 31.6% of matches (6 matches), highlighting the importance of defensive discipline and tactical awareness. Meanwhile, high-scoring thrillers (4+ goals) have occurred 3 times (15.8% of all matches), demonstrating the attacking quality and entertainment value present throughout the season.

The team's tactical sophistication is evident in its 1.21 goals per game average, reflecting a focus on defensive organization and strategic play. This distribution indicates that the team prioritizes defensive stability, making every goal valuable and matches often decided by fine margins and tactical execution.

Yellow Cards

241.26 per match

Red Cards

10.05 per match

Total Cards

251.32 per match

Total Fouls

1447.58 per match

Cards per Foul

0.174High frequency

Cards Distribution

Penalty Conversion

No penalty data available

Penalty statistics will appear here once data is collected

Disciplinary Events Overview

Disciplinary Analysis

Espanyol has demonstrated a relatively disciplined style of play throughout the season. The team has seen 25 total cards issued across 19 matches, with 24 yellow cards and 1 red cards. This translates to an average of 1.32 cards per match, demonstrating relatively disciplined conduct throughout the season.

Yellow card distribution shows that 96.0% of all disciplinary actions were cautions, averaging 1.26 yellow cards per match. Red cards accounted for 4.0% of total disciplinary actions, with an average of 0.05 red cards per match. The team recorded 144 total fouls, averaging 7.58 fouls per match, which provides context for the disciplinary patterns observed.

Overall, the disciplinary record of Espanyol reflects a disciplined approach to match conduct. The balance between competitive intensity and disciplinary control shapes the tactical landscape, influencing how the team approaches matches and manages player behavior throughout the season.

Attack Efficiency

1.21

Goals per game

Defense Efficiency

1.05

Goals conceded per game

Points Efficiency

1.79

Points per game

Efficiency Analysis

Team efficiency metrics reveal how effectively Espanyol converts opportunities into results. The team leads in attack efficiency with 1.21 goals per game, while demonstrating defensive efficiency, conceding just 1.05 goals per game.

The most efficient teams combine strong attacking output with defensive discipline.Espanyol leads in points efficiency with 1.79 points per game, demonstrating the optimal balance between scoring goals and preventing them. Teams that maintain high efficiency rates throughout the season consistently challenge for top positions and maximize their potential.

Efficiency metrics provide deeper insights than simple win-loss records, revealing which teams are getting the most out of their opportunities. Espanyol's goal difference of +3 reflects a positive attacking efficiency compared to defensive efficiency, indicating strong offensive capabilities.

Incoming
4
Outgoing
5
Spent
€8,000,000
Recouped
€0

Espanyol shows a Net buyer posture this window: spent €8,000,000 and recouped €0, for a net of -€8,000,000. Incoming moves: 4, outgoing moves: 5.

Urko González de Zárate
€5,000,000
Real SociedadReal Sociedad
EspanyolEspanyol
Charles Pickel
Charles Pickel
Aug 27, 2025
€1,000,000
CremoneseCremonese
EspanyolEspanyol
Clemens Riedel
Clemens Riedel
Aug 25, 2025
€2,000,000
Darmstadt 98Darmstadt 98
EspanyolEspanyol
Luca Koleosho
Luca Koleosho
Aug 21, 2025
Free
BurnleyBurnley
EspanyolEspanyol
TeamInboundOutboundSpentRecoupedNet
Espanyol
45€8,000,000€0-€8,000,000
FC Barcelona
03€0€0€0
Real Madrid
02€0€0€0
Villarreal
56€66,000,000€33,000,000-€33,000,000
Atlético Madrid
23€1,000,000€15,500,000+€14,500,000
Real Betis
22€22,000,000€0-€22,000,000
Celta de Vigo
20€0€0€0
Athletic Club
13€10,000,000€0-€10,000,000
Elche
64€1,000,000€1,500,000+€500,000
Rayo Vallecano
32€5,500,000€0-€5,500,000
Real Sociedad
26€17,000,000€9,500,000-€7,500,000
Getafe
23€0€0€0
Girona
67€27,000,000€54,500,000+€27,500,000
Sevilla
57€250,000€55,000,000+€54,750,000
Osasuna
20€500,000€0-€500,000
Deportivo Alavés
31€5,800,000€0-€5,800,000
Mallorca
24€3,500,000€4,000,000+€500,000
Valencia
24€1,000,000€1,000,000€0
Levante
43€3,000,000€0-€3,000,000
Real Oviedo
64€0€0€0
Espanyol
Activity (in/out)9
Money Flow (spent+recouped)€8,000,000
Net-€8,000,000
FC Barcelona
Activity (in/out)3
Money Flow (spent+recouped)€0
Net€0
Real Madrid
Activity (in/out)2
Money Flow (spent+recouped)€0
Net€0
Villarreal
Activity (in/out)11
Money Flow (spent+recouped)€99,000,000
Net-€33,000,000
Atlético Madrid
Activity (in/out)5
Money Flow (spent+recouped)€16,500,000
Net+€14,500,000
Real Betis
Activity (in/out)4
Money Flow (spent+recouped)€22,000,000
Net-€22,000,000
Celta de Vigo
Activity (in/out)2
Money Flow (spent+recouped)€0
Net€0
Athletic Club
Activity (in/out)4
Money Flow (spent+recouped)€10,000,000
Net-€10,000,000
Elche
Activity (in/out)10
Money Flow (spent+recouped)€2,500,000
Net+€500,000
Rayo Vallecano
Activity (in/out)5
Money Flow (spent+recouped)€5,500,000
Net-€5,500,000
Real Sociedad
Activity (in/out)8
Money Flow (spent+recouped)€26,500,000
Net-€7,500,000
Getafe
Activity (in/out)5
Money Flow (spent+recouped)€0
Net€0
Girona
Activity (in/out)13
Money Flow (spent+recouped)€81,500,000
Net+€27,500,000
Sevilla
Activity (in/out)12
Money Flow (spent+recouped)€55,250,000
Net+€54,750,000
Osasuna
Activity (in/out)2
Money Flow (spent+recouped)€500,000
Net-€500,000
Deportivo Alavés
Activity (in/out)4
Money Flow (spent+recouped)€5,800,000
Net-€5,800,000
Mallorca
Activity (in/out)6
Money Flow (spent+recouped)€7,500,000
Net+€500,000
Valencia
Activity (in/out)6
Money Flow (spent+recouped)€2,000,000
Net€0
Levante
Activity (in/out)7
Money Flow (spent+recouped)€3,000,000
Net-€3,000,000
Real Oviedo
Activity (in/out)10
Money Flow (spent+recouped)€0
Net€0
Biggest Fees (League Teams)
Georges Mikautadze
Georges MikautadzeOlympique LyonnaisVillarreal
€31,000,000
Yéremy Pino
Yéremy PinoVillarrealCrystal Palace
€30,000,000
Loïc Badé 
Loïc Badé SevillaBayer 04 Leverkusen
€25,000,000
Renato Veiga
Renato VeigaChelseaVillarreal
€24,500,000
Ladislav Krejci
Ladislav KrejciGironaWolverhampton Wanderers
€22,500,000
Antony
AntonyManchester UnitedReal Betis
€22,000,000
Summary

The most aggressive spender is Villarreal (€66,000,000 outlay), while Sevilla leads receipts at €55,000,000. Net leaders are topped by Sevilla (+€54,750,000), with the largest deficit at Villarreal (-€33,000,000). Activity bars flag recruitment volume; money-flow bars reveal gross spend plus recouped fees, surfacing the most liquid clubs. Biggest-fee deals spotlight premium valuations (Georges Mikautadze for €31,000,000), guiding scouts to headline movers and hinting where quieter value may remain.

Summary

Pere Milla Peña leads Espanyol's scoring charts with 6 goals, demonstrating exceptional finishing ability and consistency throughout the season. Eduardo Expósito Jaén has provided the most assists with 5, highlighting the creative talent in the team. The squad features a diverse range of attacking players, with the top 8 scorers contributing significantly to the team's success.

These players represent the elite talent in Espanyol, showcasing world-class skills across scoring, creativity, defensive work, and goalkeeping. The per-90 statistics provide fair comparisons across players with varying playing time, highlighting those who make the most impact when on the pitch.

Summary

This ranking compares Espanyol's top performers with the best players across the entire competition, showing how the team's elite talent stacks up against other teams' top players. The rankings are sorted by total goals, assists, and average rating, providing a clear view of where Espanyol's players rank within the competition.

In the goal-scoring category, Espanyol's top scorer Pere Milla Peña ranks 11th out of the top 11 players with 6 goals, contributing valuable goals to Espanyol's attack.

For assists, Espanyol's top playmaker Eduardo Expósito Jaén ranks 9th in the competition with 5 assists, demonstrating solid playmaking quality.

In player ratings, Espanyol's highest-rated player Eduardo Expósito Jaén ranks 11th out of the top 11 players with a 7.2 rating, contributing consistently to Espanyol's performances.

Upcoming fixtures with compelling storylines based on Espanyol's position, form, and what's at stake.

Summary

A position battle sees Espanyol (5th, 34 pts) visit Villarreal (3th, 41 pts) in a competitive fixture. With just 2 positions and 7 points separating them, this match could prove pivotal for Espanyol's season objectives.

A European qualification battle sees Espanyol (5th, 34 pts) host Celta de Vigo (7th, 29 pts) with European spots on the line. These teams are separated by just 2 positions and 5 points, making this a must-win for Espanyol.

A European qualification battle sees Espanyol (5th, 34 pts) visit Atlético Madrid (4th, 38 pts) with European spots on the line. These teams are separated by just 1 position and 4 points, making this a must-win for Espanyol.

A European qualification battle sees Espanyol (5th, 34 pts) visit Real Betis (6th, 29 pts) with European spots on the line. These teams are separated by just 1 position and 5 points, making this a must-win for Espanyol.

A position battle sees Espanyol (5th, 34 pts) host Real Madrid (2th, 45 pts) in a competitive fixture. With just 3 positions and 11 points separating them, this match could prove pivotal for Espanyol's season objectives.

What is Espanyol's current position?

Espanyol is currently in position #5 with 34 points from 19 matches.

Who is Espanyol's top scorer?

Pere Milla Peña leads Espanyol with 6 goals this season.

How has Espanyol performed at home vs away?

Espanyol has earned 19 points at home and 15 points away. The team performs better at home.

What is Espanyol's goal difference?

Espanyol has a goal difference of +3, having scored 23 goals and conceded 20 goals.

How many clean sheets has Espanyol kept?

Espanyol has kept 7 clean sheets this season, averaging 0.37 clean sheets per game.

What is Espanyol's win rate?

Espanyol has a win rate of 52.6%, with 10 wins, 4 draws, and 5 losses.

Espanyol is currently competing in the 2025/2026 season, sitting in position #5 with 34 points from 19 matches, achieving a record of 10 wins, 4 draws, and 5 losses. The team averages 1.21 goals per game with a 52.6% win rate.

Espanyol has a goal difference of +3, having scored 23 goals and conceded 20 goals.Pere Milla Peña tops the scoring charts with 6 goals. Eduardo Expósito Jaén leads in assists with 5, highlighting the creative talent throughout the team.

Home and away performance analysis shows that Espanyol has earned 19 home pointscompared to 15 away points. The team demonstrates a slight home advantage with a 0.2% difference.

Goal distribution analysis shows that matches with 2-3 goals represent the most common outcome, accounting for 52.6% of all matches. The highest-scoring match was Espanyol vs Mallorca, ending 3-2 with 5 total goals. The biggest victory margin came when Espanyol defeated Real Oviedo 2-0 with a 2-goal margin. These statistics highlight the competitive nature and entertainment value of Espanyol's season.

This comprehensive analysis covers Espanyol's performance in the 2025/2026 season in Spain, providing detailed statistics and insights into the team's performance, player contributions, and competitive standing.