What happens if Real Madrid win, tie or lose vs Espanyol today in 2025-26 LaLiga Matchday 34?

Real Madrid visit Espanyol on Matchday 34 of the 2025-26 LaLiga aiming to keep their title hopes alive as they run from behind Barcelona in the standings.

Updated on May 03, 2026 10:35AM EDT

**© Fran Santiago/Getty Images**Vinicius Junior of Real Madrid.

The LaLiga title race remains intense, especially after Barcelona’s win over Osasuna. Real Madrid are determined not to lose ground to their eternal rivals, making an away victory against Espanyol on Matchday 34 crucial. If they fail to do so, Hansi Flick’s men would be crowned champions of the competition.

Alvaro Arbeloa’s side comes into the match after a 2-1 home win over Alaves, although its recent results have been inconsistent. The situation is different for Barcelona, who have secured victories in each of their last five matches.

This matchday and the four remaining ones are Real Madrid’s opportunities to close the gap on the league leaders. They are currently 14 points behind, making a win today essential, especially with another edition of El Clasico at Camp Nou scheduled for next weekend.

What happens if Real Madrid beat Espanyol today?

If Real Madrid win today against Espanyol, they would reach 77 points and move within 11 of Barcelona. The two sides will meet on Matchday 35, giving Madrid a chance to further close the gap. Difficult? Yes. But not impossible.

Federico Valverde of Real Madrid

What happens if Real Madrid and Espanyol tie today?

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If the match between Real Madrid and Espanyol at the RCDE Stadium ends in a draw, Los Blancos would be 13 points behind Barcelona with only 12 still to play. In that scenario, Barcelona would be crowned LaLiga champions.

What happens if Real Madrid lose to Espanyol today?

If Real Madrid lose against Espanyol, they would be out of the title race. Their arch-rivals Barcelona would secure the 2025-26 LaLiga title.

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