After 22 straight victories in all competitions, Real Madrid a football’s version of a stunned prize fighter after suffering two straight losses. Carlo Ancelotti’s side will try to get back on track as they host Espanyol at the Bernabéu on Saturday. Both teams need three points to stay close to leaders Real Madrid, and a loss by either side would leave them four points b
Real Madrid vs. Espanyol live stream: Time, TV schedule and how to watch La Liga online
The once invincible Madrid has gone off the rails over the past two matches.
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The winter break was not kind of Madrid who entered Spain's two-week hiatus having continued their amazing winning streak by winning the FIFA Club World Cup. Since that victory over San Lorenzo, Madrid loss a friendly against AC Milan, lost to Valencia in league play, and were shut down 2-0 by Atlético Madrid in the Copa del Rey. The bottom line for Madrid is that they haven't played well. The offense is struggling to break down defenses, and Gareth Bale has been especially poor in the last two matches.
Espanyol are also struggling at the moment, as they’re in the midst of a two-match losing streak of their own. Despite the recent dip in form, they remain in 10th place, comfortably out of the relegation fight.
Real Madrid injuries and suspensions
Out: Luka Modrić (hamstring).
Espanyol injuries and suspensions
Out: None reported.
Match Date/Time: Saturday, 4 p.m. local, 10 a.m. ET
Venue: Estadio Santiago Bernabéu, Madrid, Spain
TV: beIN Sports (U.S. - English), beIN Sports en Español (U.S. - Spanish), beIN Sports (Canada), Sky Sports Red Button (U.K.), C+ Liga Multi, GOL T, Canal+ Liga / HD, Canal+ Yomvi (Spain)
Online: beIN Sports CONNECT (U.S. & Canada), Sky Go (U.K.), Gol Stadium (Spain)
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