RCD Espanyol HubRCD Espanyol has exploded against referee Hernández Hernández after 3-2 defeat to Valencia CF at Mestalla. The midfielder Edu Expósito was very angry with the penalty decision that led to the 3-2 score.
What happened?
The match was played on January 24, 2026, and RCD Espanyol suffered a painful defeat. The penalty awarded to Rubén Sánchez was the turning point of the match.
Why is it important for RCD Espanyol?
The defeat leaves RCD Espanyol in a complicated situation in the standings. Edu Expósito and Manolo González criticize the referee's decision and consider it unfair.
What does the coach say?
Manolo González, RCD Espanyol's coach, was equally angry with the referee. He believes that the action prior to the penalty was what really decided the match.
| Statistic | Value |
|---|---|
| Date | January 24, 2026 |
| Result | Valencia CF 3 - RCD Espanyol 2 |
| Referee | Hernández Hernández |
