Borja Iglesis fired Espanyol to a 1-0 win over Athletic Bilbao on Monday and up to second spot in La Liga.
The in-form forward's first-half goal was the difference between the two sides, as Rubi's team continued their excellent start to the 2018-19 term; they sit just three points behind local rivals and leaders Barcelona. Athletic, meanwhile, are in 17th and just one point clear of the drop zone.
Elsewhere this weekend Barcelona's thrilling late comeback against Rayo Vallecano saw them extend their lead at the top of the table, as Sevilla were only able to draw 0-0 with Real Sociedad.