Espanyol - Deportivo de A Coruna

Espanyol enter this matchday 12 fixture on 7 November 2026 looking to build on a narrow 1-0 victory over Villarreal. Their recent league campaign has been defined by inconsistency, with a challenging run that included a 1-3 defeat to Elche and a 0-1 loss against Atletico Madrid. The home side faces selection hurdles for this encounter, as Roger Hinojo remains suspended while Alex Calatrava and Clemens Riedel are sidelined through injury. The expected XI, featuring Roberto Fernandez in attack, will aim to stabilize their form against the visitors.

Deportivo de A Coruna arrive at RCDE Stadium with momentum, having secured a 2-1 win against Osasuna in their most recent outing. Their road to this match has seen them navigate difficult ties, including a 1-0 loss to Atletico Madrid and a 3-2 defeat at Real Sociedad. With Bil Nsongo leading the line, the visitors look to improve upon their historical record at this venue. The last time these sides met in LaLiga was in February 2018, where they played out a goalless draw.