Overview
- Dani Olmo scored in the 86th minute and Robert Lewandowski added a 90th-minute clincher, both created by Fermín López.
- The 2–0 victory at RCDE Stadium keeps Barcelona atop LaLiga on 49 points, seven ahead of Real Madrid, who still face Betis this round.
- Espanyol remained fifth on 33 points after wasting several clear chances, a frustration echoed by midfielder Edu Expósito.
- Goalkeeper Joan García was booed on his return to his former club but made multiple crucial saves for Barcelona, with Marko Dmitrovic also impressive for Espanyol.
- Barcelona next play Athletic Bilbao in the Supercopa de España semifinal in Saudi Arabia on Wednesday.