Debutant Espi gives Mourinho a winning Real Madrid return

Jose Mourinho's first competitive match of his second spell as Real Madrid manager ended with a thrilling 90th-minute winner from his side at Espanyol.

The old master is back at Madrid as he begins with celebrations, frustrations and finally relief at Espanyol José Mourinho says he is calmer now so when the rest of the bench emptied, sprinting down the touchline to celebrate the 90th-minute goal that finally delivered victory on his first game in charge of Real Madrid

Jose Mourinho Meets Real Madrid’s Heroes and Villains in Tense La Liga Opener  Sports Illustrated

Real Madrid's José Mourinho defends Vinícius Júnior from 'bullying'  ESPN

Real Madrid Boss Mourinho Slams ‘Bullying’ On Vinicius After Espanyol  Forbes

Substitute Espi snatches last-gasp winner in Real Madrid LaLiga opener  Reuters

BARCELONA, Aug 22 : Real Madrid's LaLiga start had all the makings of an opening-night stumble until substitute Carlo Espi struck with impeccable timing, firing home in the 90th minute to seal a dramatic 2-1 win at Espanyol on Saturday.Real had appeared on course for a smooth ride when Jude Bellingham rose highest to s

Carlos Espi scores late to snatch a win for Real Madrid after Alex Calatrava had levelled Jude Bellingham's opener.

Jose Mourinho's second spell in charge of Real Madrid began with a last-gasp 2-1 victory at Espanyol in LaLiga on Saturday, with substitute Carlos Espi pouncing in the 90th minute to grab the winner.

Mourinho has winning start at Real Madrid  MARCA

Jose Mourinho's first competitive match of his second spell as Real Madrid manager ends with a thrilling 90th-minute winner at Espanyol.

Jose Mourinho's second spell in charge of Real Madrid began with a last-gasp 2-1 victory at Espanyol in La Liga on Saturday, with substitute Carlos Espi pouncing in the 90th minute to grab the winner.

José Mourinho’s second stint in charge of Real Madrid has gotten off to a winning start as his team snatched a 2-1 victory at Espanyol on Saturday

The Portuguese coach is returning to a club he divided during a turbulent first spell from 2010 to 2013, with Madrid desperate for success

The Spanish giants finished the 2025-26 campaign empty-handed.

The Blancos have appointed the Portuguese coach but also made some big signings in the summer, aiming to go all-in as usual

Jose Mourinho makes explosive statement as Real Madrid boss discusses serious Barcelona allegations  GB News

The 63-year-old coach said he is more mature now, although he insisted he is not "more boring."

The World Cup-winning captain completed a move from Manchester City this week

José Mourinho explains why Real Madrid’s pursuit of Rodri collapsed despite a strong offer, citing the midfielder’s hesitation as the key factor.

Lampard reveals transfer chat with Mourinho before Coventry's Premier League bow  talkSPORT

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