Espanyol vs Athletic Club: La Liga Match Preview

Match Context

Espanyol host Athletic Club at RCDE Stadium in Cornella de Llobregat on 13 May 2026 in La Liga Regular Season - 36. Espanyol come in 16th with 39 points and a goal difference of -15, while Athletic Club sit 9th on 44 points with a goal difference of -11.

Espanyol Availability

Espanyol face multiple absences.

• Fernando Calero (Yellow Cards) is sidelined.
• T. Dolan (Yellow Cards) is sidelined.
• J. Puado (Knee Injury) is sidelined.
• C. Ngonge (Knee Injury) is doubtful.
• C. Romero (Injury) is doubtful.

The suspensions of Calero and Dolan reduce defensive and midfield options, while Puado’s knee issue further thins the attacking line. Creative hub Edu Expósito, a leading assister with 6 assists, remains available and will be key to supplying Espanyol’s forwards.

Athletic Club Availability

Athletic Club also have notable concerns.

• O. Sancet (Muscle Injury) is sidelined.
• N. Williams (Injury) is sidelined.
• A. Laporte (Injury) is doubtful.
• B. Prados Diaz (Knee Injury) is doubtful.

The loss of Sancet and Nico Williams removes significant creativity and pace, while Laporte’s doubtful status could disrupt defensive stability.

Impact Summary

Both sides lose important attacking pieces, with Athletic Club particularly hit in advanced areas, while Espanyol must lean heavily on Edu Expósito’s chance creation to offset the absence of J. Puado and the doubts over C. Ngonge.