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Real Madrid Start Mourinho’s Second Spell With 2-1 Win

8/23/2026

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Real Madrid defeated Espanyol 2-1 after Carlos Espí scored the late winner.
José Mourinho began his second spell as Real Madrid coach with the La Liga victory.
Espanyol triggered Carlos Espí’s €25 million release clause.
Diomande’s initial €125 million fee could increase to £120 million.
Mourinho substituted Arda Güler after 64 minutes despite seven chances.

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Real Madrid defeated Espanyol 2-1 after Carlos Espí scored the late winner.
José Mourinho began his second spell as Real Madrid coach with the La Liga victory.
Espanyol triggered Carlos Espí’s €25 million release clause.
Diomande’s initial €125 million fee could increase to £120 million.
Mourinho substituted Arda Güler after 64 minutes despite seven chances.