Rayo Vallecano moved to within two points of the Champions League places after a convincing 2-0 win at home to Espanyol. An early goal by Chori Dominguez gave the Madrid side the perfect start and Piti wrapped up the points by netting on 77 minutes. Espanyol had an early chance to take the lead, with Rayo goalkeeper Ruben Martinez nearly getting his team into trouble. His indecision allowed Se...Full Story »

Sergio Garcia scored the winner seven minutes from time as Espanyol took the points 2-1 against Sporting Gijon in a thoroughly entertaining match at El Molinon. The visitors were in front within the first two minutes as a quick counter-attack sent Thievy Bifouma clear and his shot was too good for Juan Pablo in the Sporting goal. Espanyol were well in control of the game but failed to build on...Full Story »

Espanyol secured their second consecutive 1-0 win on the road thanks to Sergio Garcia's second-half winner against rock bottom Racing Santander at El Sardinero. After a turgid first period during which neither side looked like scoring the match came alive in the second-half. The hosts' best effort came when Pape Diop's free-kick rattled off the bar 10 minutes after the break but only moments ...Full Story »

Sergio Garcia scored twice as he inspired Espanyol to an impressive 2-0 home win over Athletic Bilbao. Garcia headed his side in front after 25 minutes and almost blocked Fernando Llorente's equaliser on the line before scoring a technically brilliant, opportunistic winner 16 minutes from time. Victory puts defeat in the opening game behind Espanyol, while Bilbao have just one point now from s...Full Story »