2-2: Kike García rescued a draw for a troubled Espanyol defense

Espanyol vs Burnley: A Workmanlike Draw in an Intense Match

Espanyol began strong with a goal from Jofre, only for the Burnley to respond quickly through Ramsey.

Defensive Issues

Despite a good start, Espanyol displayed deficiencies in their defensive unit throughout the match. The visiting team was more intense and experienced than the home side, highlighting the gaps in the backline.

Kike García's Rescuing Goal

In the 85th minute, Kike García scored a header to tie the score against an intense friendly tournament. This draw saved Espanyol from their first defeat of pre-season.

Match Sheet

Espanyol: Fortuño; Omar El Hilali, Riedel, Cabrera, Quilindschy; Urko, Edu Expósito; Álex Calatrava, Jofre Carreras, Pere Milla; Roberto Fernández. Also played: Pablo Ramón, José Ángel, Roger Hinojo, Rafa Bauza, Gabriel Moscardo, Pol Lozano, Javi Hernández, Tyrhys Dolan and Kike García. Burnley: Weiss; Walker, Worrall, Bruun Larsen, Raghouber; Marcus Edwards, Humphreys, Flemming, Ramsey, Sonne. Also played: Oisin Cooney, Connor Edwards, Hjalmar Ekdal, Lucas Pires, Shurandy Sambo, George Brereton, Ellis Clark, Jeremy Laurent, Mike Trésor, Lluc Castel, Lyle Foster and Andréas Hountondji.

Goals: 0-1: Jofre Carreras (4'); 1-1: Aaron Ramsey (5'); 2-1: Hountondji (47'); 2-2: Kike García (85').