Roberto’s deadly start: six goals in six for Espanyol

Roberto Fernández is putting his name on Spain’s football map, and right now the key question is whether his numbers earn him a first call-up. As Sport reports, against Rayo last Tuesday he delivered again—one shot on target and another standout goal—matching the form he’d already shown in his previous five chances.

The striker from Córdoba province, 24 years old, has netted six goals in six league rounds. Sport highlights the efficiency behind the hype: 13 shots, six on target and six goals, plus the fact he’s been Espanyol’s brightest spark even in tough outings.

A clear route to a selection chance

With Borja Iglesias dealing with physical issues, Sport says Roberto’s chances of making Luis de la Fuente’s squad grow. This Friday, the national coach will release the list at 11:30, and the article frames it as the Andalusian forward’s “great dream” from childhood.

Espanyol’s next test

Later that same day, Espanyol will host Elche, the league’s bottom team, at 21:00, with Roberto expected to be the attacking reference. Sport also compares his role with the competition for a similar “nine” profile—Carlos Espí, Gonzalo (now at Fulham) and Camello—while noting Oyarzabal and Ferran Torres are treated as main picks.

Sport adds context to the rareness of the start: no Espanyol player had such a scoring start since Rafa Marañón in 1979, and Roberto is already close to last season’s total in far fewer matches. Manolo González backs him in the piece, saying: “He’s a great lad and gives everything every game.”