Espi saves Real Madrid with late winner at Elche
ELCHE: Real Madrid substitute Carlos Espi snatched his team a last-gasp 3-2 win at Elche on Tuesday to pull them level with Barcelona at the top of La Liga.
In a thrilling La Liga match at Elche, Real Madrid's substitute Carlos Espi secured a last-gasp 3-2 victory for his team, leveling the standings with Barcelona at the top of the league. After trailing 2-0, Madrid stole back a lead, only for Elche to fight back, equalizing in the 83rd minute through Nino. In the 91st minute, Espi struck the decisive goal in the 91st minute, netting the ball in the back post after Madrid had thrown away a two-goal lead.
The substitute, who Madrid signed this summer from Levante, has yet to start a game for the club, but his two goals have been crucial for Jose Mourinho's side.
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