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Real Madrid fought back from a goal down to claim a 3-1 victory over Espanyol at the Bernabeu on Saturday, as the hosts returned to winning ways ahead of a ...

We're a team that, when spaces open up, we have players up front who can use their speed." "But this game gives us confidence ahead of a difficult week... Ancelotti voiced frustration at his side's poor start but praised them for coming back into the game, saying, "we controlled well, it was a good game. "We [will go into it] with good dynamics. [Aurelien Tchouameni](http://www.espn.com/soccer/player/_/id/265919/Aurélien-Tchouaméni) put in a cross with the outside of his foot. "We needed the three points.

Goals from Vinícius Júnior, Éder Militão and Marco Asensio gave Real Madrid a 3-1 win over Espanyol in La Liga, who took an early lead through Joselu.

Bayern Munich bounced back from a goal down and struck four first-half goals against Augsburg en route to a 5-3 victory in the Bavarian derby . Asensio smashed in a third in added-time to wrap up the win for Real, who had dropped points in draws against Atlético Madrid and Real Betis in their last two league games. Rrahmani then doubled Napoli’s lead in the 77th minute with a towering header from a corner. Real continued to press after the break and Rodrygo almost scored their third with a free kick that cannoned off the crossbar in the 75th minute. Napoli, who suffered only their second league defeat last week at home to Lazio, were made to wait until the hour mark to go in front. Real stepped up the pressure as they sought a leveller with Eduardo Camavinga getting a shot on target, before Vinícius Júnior showed his individual skill in the 22nd minute to cut into the box, beat two defenders and rifle in.

Carlo Ancelotti's Real Madrid had to come from behind to claim a 3-1 win over Espanyol at the Estadio Santiago Bernabeu on Saturday afternoon.

Once the early storm had been overcome, Real Madrid grew into the game. Eduardo Camavinga had a tough start at the Bernabeu, and his second mistake of the day let the visitors get in down Real Madrid's left. Vinicius Junior and Eder Militao were both on target for the Spanish champions.

Carlo Ancelotti is only the 3rd manager in Real Madrid history to record 100 wins in La Liga. Ancelotti won his 100th league game as Real boss 3-1 vs ...

LaLiga giants Barcelona have been charged with corruption after allegedly paying over €7.3m (£6.4m) between 2001 and 2018 to firms owned by Jose Maria ...

The investigation was triggered by a tax inspection. The official added that "the club will fully cooperate with the investigation in all means necessary" and "reiterates that they have never bought any referee nor have tried to influence any official's decisions". Prosecutors claim that under a secret agreement and "in exchange for money", Negreira favoured Barcelona "in the decisions taken by referees in the games played by the club, as well as in the results of the competitions".

Real Madrid boss Carlo Ancelotti has told his players not to be complacent ahead of facing Liverpool in midweek.

[Benzema is set to return to the starting XI,](https://www.football-espana.net/2023/03/10/carlo-ancelotti-karim-benzema-liverpool) after being rested against the Catalans, with Ancelotti in line to rotate his midfield. [Los Blancos stormed to an impressive 5-2 Champions League last 16 first leg win away at Anfield last month](https://www.football-espana.net/2023/02/22/outrun-at-anfield-liverpool-found-helpless-against-real-madrid) in a repeat of the 2022 final. “We have the experience of last year against Chelsea. [3-1 La Liga win over Espanyol](https://www.football-espana.net/2023/03/11/real-madrid-survive-early-scare-to-move-to-within-six-points-of-barcelona) with no fresh injury concerns as they close the title gap to six points on [Barcelona](https://www.football-espana.net/category/la-liga/barcelona) overnight. [Marca](https://www.marca.com/futbol/real-madrid/2023/03/11/640ca41946163fe53f8b45c4.html). [Real Madrid](https://www.football-espana.net/category/la-liga/real-madrid) boss [Carlo Ancelotti](https://www.football-espana.net/tag/carlo-ancelotti) has told his players not to be complacent ahead of facing [Liverpool](https://www.caughtoffside.com/tags/premier-league/liverpool/) in midweek.

MADRID, March 11 — Real Madrid have called a board meeting for Sunday to discuss alleged attempts by arch rivals Barcelona to influence referees, ...

Real Madrid said in a statement its president, Florentino Perez, had convened a board of directors meeting for 12 p.m. The official added the club “will fully cooperate with the investigation by all means necessary” and “reiterates that they have never bought any referee nor have tried to influence any official’s decisions.” — Reuters (1100 GMT) on Sunday “to decide on the actions that Real Madrid deems appropriate in relation to this matter”.

Real Madrid have announced that they will hold an urgent board meeting as they plan their response to the corruption charges affecting Barcelona.

[The Catalan club and former presidents Sandro Rosell and Josep María Bartomeu have been officially denounced by prosecutors as the investigation into the Negreira case became official](https://www.goal.com/en-gb/news/official-prosecutors-barcelona-corruption-referee-payments-saga/bltee870cb19ef91612). THE BIGGER PICTURE: This is the first time that Los Blancos have addressed the corruption allegations publicly, with Barca's Clasico rivals clearly irked by the 'Negreira case'. [Barcelona officially charged in referee payment scandal](https://www.goal.com/en-gb/news/official-prosecutors-barcelona-corruption-referee-payments-saga/bltee870cb19ef91612)

Vinicius Junior inspired Real Madrid to a 3-1 win over Espanyol which brings them within six points of La Liga leaders Barcelona.

MILITAO GIVES REAL THE LEAD 39' - Real Madrid in front! Everybody knew what he wanted to do for the first goal - cut in from the left and shoot right-footed - yet despite having three defenders on him, Espanyol could not stop the Brazilian. Rodrygo got it up and over the wall but just not quite down enough. Life after Benzema does not have to mean Kylian Mbappe for Real Madrid - on this evidence and much of this season's, Vinicius is ready to be the leading man. JOSELU GIVES ESPANYOL THE LEAD 8' - The visitors are ahead! While it would be unfair to say to Rodrygo was poor, he did not necessarily thrive under the pressure.

Vinicius Junior has sparked Real Madrid to a 3-1 comeback win over Espanyol in the Spanish league, keeping leaders Barcelona within reach before the rivals meet next weekend. Joselu Mato put Espanyol ahead at the Santiago Bernabeu in the eighth minute.

But a quick change of direction opened up just enough space to thread a shot between four defenders and in off the post. Iago Aspas scored his 10th and 11th league goals to lead Celta Vigo to 3-0 over Rayo Vallecano. "We gave it all we had, but Real Madrid shows no mercy." "It was a game we had to win at any cost," Ancelotti said. Before the game, Ancelotti said he expected his striker to be ready to face Liverpool in the Champions League on Wednesday. Madrid hold a 5-2 advantage from the first leg of the round of 16.

Vinícius Júnior sparked Real Madrid's 3-1 comeback win over Espanyol in the Spanish league on Saturday, keeping leader Barcelona within reach before the ...

But a quick change of direction toward the center opened up just enough of a window for him to thread a shot between four defenders before it went in off the post. Espanyol, which was left in 13th place, took the lead when Joselu scored with a fine touch of his left boot. Before the game, Ancelotti said he expected his striker to be ready to face Liverpool in the Champions League on Wednesday. “It was a game we had to win at any cost,” Ancelotti said. But Vinícius equalized in the 22nd and Éder Militão headed Madrid in front for good minutes before halftime. Madrid holds a 5-2 advantage from the first leg of the round of 16.

BARCELONA: Vinicius Junior sparked Real Madrid's 3-1 comeback win over Espanyol in the Spanish league on Saturday, keeping leader Barcelona within reach ...

But a quick change of direction toward the center opened up just enough of a window for him to thread a shot between four defenders before it went in off the post. Espanyol, who were left in 13th place, took the lead when Joselu scored with a fine touch of his left boot. Before the game, Ancelotti said he expected his striker to be ready to face Liverpool in the Champions League on Wednesday. “It was a game we had to win at any cost,” Ancelotti said. Madrid holds a 5-2 advantage from the first leg of the round of 16. But Vinicius equalized in the 22nd and Eder Militao headed Madrid in front for good minutes before halftime.

Real Madrid got back to winning ways with their 3-1 win over Espanyol, thanks to goals from Vinicius Junior, Eder Militao and Marco Asensio.

Everybody will remember their 4-0 win over Barcelona in the second leg of the UEFA Champions League semi-finals some years back. Even last season, they had a comfortable lead over Chelsea, but ended up being on the verge of being knocked in the second leg at Santiago Bernabeu. Real Madrid got back to winning ways with their 3-1 win over Espanyol, thanks to goals from Vinicius Junior, Eder Militao and Marco Asensio.

Real Madrid boss Carlo Ancelotti has told his players that their Champions League tie against Liverpool is not yet over and pointed to last season's tie vs ...

[crashing to a 5-2 defeat](https://www.mirror.co.uk/sport/football/match-reports/liverpool-real-madrid-goals-highlights-29277771) in the first leg at Anfield last month. [Have Your Say!](https://www.mirror.co.uk/sport/football/news/carlo-ancelotti-real-madrid-liverpool-29434885#comments-section) Do Liverpool stand a chance of a remarkable comeback against Real Madrid this week? "To do that, we have to play with the same attitude as the first leg. Ancelotti highlighted last season’s tie against the Blues, when the Spanish giants [Tell us what you think here.](https://www.mirror.co.uk/sport/football/news/carlo-ancelotti-real-madrid-liverpool-29434885#comments-section) [Champions League](https://www.mirror.co.uk/all-about/champions-league) second leg clash against [Liverpool](https://www.mirror.co.uk/all-about/liverpool-fc) that the tie is not over – and used last season’s tie against [Chelsea](https://www.mirror.co.uk/all-about/chelsea-fc) as the perfect example.

BARCELONA, Spain — Vinícius Júnior sparked Real Madrid's 3-1 comeback over Espanyol in the Spanish league on Saturday, keeping Barcelona within reach in the ...

But a quick change of direction toward the center opened up just enough of a window for him to thread a shot between four defenders before it hit the post and found the net. “We gave it all we had, but Real Madrid shows no mercy.” Espanyol’s José Gragera tackled Aurélien Tchouaméni in midfield to start the counterattack. It was a game we had to win at any cost,” Ancelotti said. “They had a great start, but we were able to come back and take control. Karim Benzema missed the game as he rested to recover from an ankle problem.

Vinicius Junior, Eder Militao and Marco Asensio made strikes as Real Madrid fought back after conceding an early goal to beat Espanyol 3-1 at Santiago ...

Asensio wrapped up the win for Madrid in the added time as he produced a superb finish with his left foot after a brilliant sprint from Nacho. Madrid made a forceful response to the poor start as Eduardo Camavinga had a shot on target before Vincus stepped up with his masterful skills to pierce into the box, evading two defenders and firing in the leveller in the 22nd minute. Madrid kept the pressure on the opponents after the break with Rodrygo nearly scoring on a free kick but the ball deflected off the crossbar.

BARCELONA, Spain (AP) — Vinícius Júnior sparked Real Madrid's 3-1 comeback over Espanyol in the Spanish league on Saturday, keeping Barcelona within reach ...

Karim Benzema missed the game as he rested to recover from an ankle problem. Joselu Mato put Espanyol ahead at the Santiago Bernabeu in the eighth minute. But Vinícius equalized in the 22nd before Éder Militão headed Madrid in front for good in the 39th.

MADRID: Real Madrid have called a board meeting for Sunday to discuss alleged attempts by arch rivals Barcelona to influence referees, the European and ...

Real Madrid said in a statement its president, Florentino Perez, had convened a board of directors meeting for 12 p.m (1100 GMT) on Sunday "to decide on the actions that Real Madrid deems appropriate in relation to this matter." Spanish prosecutors filed a complaint on Friday against Barcelona and two of the LaLiga club's former presidents over alleged payments to a company owned by a senior refereeing official to influence match results. MADRID: Real Madrid have called a board meeting for Sunday to discuss alleged attempts by arch rivals Barcelona to influence referees, the European and Spanish soccer champions said on Saturday.

In their meeting held today, the Real Madrid C. F. Board of Directors have inspected the serious accusations brought by the Barcelona Prosecution Service ...

Real Madrid wishes to express its utmost concern regarding the gravity of the facts and reiterates its confidence in the legal system. In their meeting held today, the Real Madrid C. Barcelona, two of its former presidents, Josep María Bartomeu and Sandro Rosell, and executives Albert Soler and Óscar Grau, on the basis of alleged offenses of corruption in sports, among others, all related to the relationship the club maintained with the former Vice-President of the Technical Referees' Committee (CTA), José María Enríquez Negreira.

Barcelona facing corruption accusations · Investigation found Catalans paid former referee chief · Real Madrid will take part in legal process.

However, [prosecutors will now pursue legal action](https://www.goal.com/en-gb/news/official-prosecutors-barcelona-corruption-referee-payments-saga/bltee870cb19ef91612) against the Catalans and the club could face sanctions if found guilty. Los Blancos have now issued a statement revealing their stance after discussions between president Florentino Perez and the club's board of directors. [Joan Laporta has responded defiantly](https://www.goal.com/en-gb/news/barcelona-president-joan-laporta-response-referee-payment-allegations-la-liga-president-tarnishing-club-history/blt0c5b2d3df31dfe93) to the accusations and has accused detractors of trying to tarnish the club's history.

On Saturday, the club announced that President Florentino Perez would chair a board meeting to discuss Real Madrid's stance on the subject. That has now ...

[announced](https://www.football-espana.net/2023/03/11/real-madrid-break-their-silence-on-el-caso-negreira-as-emergency-meeting-is-called) that President Florentino Perez would chair a board meeting to discuss Real Madrid’s stance on the subject. It remains to be seen how relations will be affected because of this. “Real Madrid expresses its deep concern about the seriousness of the facts, and reiterates its full confidence in the action of justice.

MADRID (Reuters) - Real Madrid will join the complaint filed on Friday by Spanish prosecutors against Barcelona and two of the LaLiga club's ex-presidents ...

The official said the club "will fully cooperate with the investigation by all means necessary" and "reiterate that they have never bought any referee nor have tried to influence any official's decisions". Prosecutors allege that under a secret agreement and "in exchange for money", Negreira favoured Barcelona "in the decisions taken by referees in the games played by the club, as well as in the results of the competitions". "Real Madrid express their deep concern about the seriousness of the facts and reiterate their full confidence in the action of the justice and have agreed that, in defence of their legitimate interests, they will join the complaint as soon as the judge takes up the case," the club said in a official statement.

The decision came two days after prosecutors formally accused Barcelona of alleged corruption in sports, fraudulent management and falsification of mercantile ...

Prosecutors said in court documents seen by The Associated Press that the payments by the club added up to 7.3 million euros ($7.7 million) from 2001-18. “The club has agreed that, in defense of its legitimate rights, it will appear at the trial when the judge opens it up to the affected parties.” Barcelona has been under scrutiny since the payments to the committee official became public last month.

Real Madrid will appear in the refereeing corruption case involving Barcelona as an “injured party” once proceedings move forward, the Spanish champions ...

“Real Madrid expresses its deep concern about the seriousness of the matter and reiterates its full confidence in the action of justice and has agreed that, in defence of its legitimate interests, it will appear in the proceedings as soon as the judge opens them to the injured parties,” Real Madrid said in a statement. Two of the club’s former presidents, Josep Maria Bartomeu and Sandro Rosell, as well as Enriquez Negreira are facing the same charge, originating from the Barcelona prosecutor’s office. Real Madrid will appear in the refereeing corruption case involving Barcelona as an “injured party” once proceedings move forward, the Spanish champions said Sunday.

Real Madrid has decided to get involved in the Negreira case if the complaint from the Prosecutor's Office is admitted for processing.

In addition, the evaluation of the referees, which the defendant participated directly in the promotions and demotions of category of such, as well as the proposal of candidates for international destinations.” However, the penal code opens the door to sanctions of loss of category or the entity’s dissolution in extreme or severe cases. The decision was made due to the seriousness of the facts after the formal complaint by the Prosecutor’s Office, which sees clear indications that “actions were carried out to favor the FCB in the decision-making of the referees in the matches played by the club, and thus in the results of the competitions.’ Los Blancos had preferred to stay on the sidelines to let the Prosecutor’s office act. According to the Prosecutor’s complaint Barcelona through its former presidents Sandro Rosell and Josep Maria Bartomeu, reached a “strictly confidential verbal agreement” with Enríquez Negreira “so that, in his capacity as Vice President of the CTA and in exchange for money , carry out actions tending to favor the FCB in the decision-making of the referees in the matches played by the club and thus in the results of the competitions. Both former presidents are also charged with the crime of business fraud and, in the matter of Bartomeu, with a third crime of falsifying a commercial document. Real Madrid made the decision, after the emergency meeting of its Board of Directors this Sunday morning, to ask to appear in person in the trial that can be opened against Barcelona in the Negreira case, which is being handled in the Court of Instruction number 1 of the city after the complaint by the Prosecutor’s Office.

Real Madrid condemned the allegations against Barcelona tied to payments to a company owned by refereeing official José María Enríquez Negreira.

Barça is innocent of the accusations made against it and is the victim of a campaign, that now involves everyone, to harm its honorability. It is no surprise, and we will defend Barça and prove that the Club is innocent. The legal complaint specifically centers around €2.9 million paid to Negreira from 2014 to 2018.