Real Madrid earned a routine 2-0 home victory over RCD Espanyol at the Santiago Bernabéu in La Liga on Saturday, September 20, 2025. The win, secured with goals in each half, keeps Real Madrid at the top end of the league table as they continue their title defense. Madrid controlled the tempo from the outset and broke the deadlock in the first half, likely through a moment of individual brilliance from one of their star forwards. They added a second goal after the interval to put the result beyond doubt, allowing them to manage the game and conserve energy. The three points are crucial in a tight title race, while Espanyol's defeat leaves them looking over their shoulder near the bottom. Carlo Ancelotti would have been pleased with the professional performance, while Espanyol's coach admitted his team was outclassed.