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Mourinho Returns! Real Madrid Eyes New Era vs. Espanyol
23 Aug
Summary
- Jose Mourinho returns to Real Madrid's touchline for the 2026/27 La Liga season.
- Real Madrid seeks to end a two-season trophy drought with new signings.
- The match is against Espanyol, who began their season with a 3-0 home victory.
Jose Mourinho officially returns to the helm of Real Madrid as the club embarks on its 2026/27 La Liga season. The team faces Espanyol on Saturday in Catalonia, hoping to usher in a successful new era after two trophy-less seasons. This period has been challenging for the club.
President Florentino Perez has bolstered the squad with new signings, including Yan Diomande, Bernardo Silva, and Ibrahima Konate. These additions are intended to improve performance and enable Real Madrid to compete effectively with rivals Barcelona, who have secured the last two league titles.
Espanyol, their opening opponent, started last season brightly before fading to an 11th-place finish. However, they secured a commanding 3-0 home victory against Levante to commence the current season, signaling potential for a strong performance. The match is scheduled to kick off at 9:30 p.m. local time on August 23rd.
Fans in the U.S. can watch the game on ABC and ESPN Deportes, with streaming options available via fubo and ESPN Select. The entire 2026/27 La Liga season is accessible live on ESPN Select.
