Real Madrid vs Espanyol: Predictions, betting tips, live stream, TV channel, teams – La Liga 2018-19 preview

Real Madrid vs Espanyol
La Liga 2018/19
Venue: Bernabeu
Kick-off time: 7:45pm BST

Real Madrid are back in La Liga action this weekend after a confident Champions League victory over AS Roma in midweek.

The Champions League holders have had their doubters since the summer departures of coach Zinedine Zidane and star player Cristiano Ronaldo, but Los Blancos thrashed Roma 3-0 to answer their critics.

Julen Lopetegui's side lost their 100 per cent La Liga record last weekend with a draw at Athletic Bilbao, and need to put the pressure back on leaders Barcelona as Espanyol travel to the Bernabeu.

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TV, online and live stream coverage

Sky Sports have lost television rights to broadcast La Liga this season, with new kid on the block Eleven Sports securing exclusive coverage in the UK.

Fans can watch the match on Eleven Sports through iOS mobile and tablet apps as well as Android mobile.

We will have expert analysis from our Spanish football correspondent Ben Hayward LIVE at the Bernabeu.

Prediction

Tickets

Click here for Real's official ticket website.

Betting tips via Betfair | UK users only | Subject to change

• Real to win 3-0: 13/2

• Benzema to score 2 or more: 2/1

• Over 5.5 goals: 5/1

Click here to find the latest match odds and place a bet

Team news

Real had their full squad in training on Friday with the exception of Dani Carvajal, who trained indoors.