Espanyol have enjoyed a strong season so far and currently sit fifth in La Liga with 34 points from 21 matches. With 10 wins already, the Catalan side remain in the race for what would be an unexpected European finish.
However, their momentum has slowed in recent weeks. Espanyol are yet to win a league game in 2026 and have taken just one point from their last four matches.
That run includes defeats to Girona, Valencia and a 2-0 loss to Barcelona in their most recent outing , a result that increased the pressure heading into Friday night.
