This Catalan derby promises to be one of the most fiercely contested in recent years, with both sides in excellent form. League leaders FC Barcelona arrive with an eight-match winning streak, while their city rivals, RCD Espanyol, are enjoying a club-record five-match winning streak. This clash between established dominance and emerging strength adds a special significance to the derby, transcending mere league points. RCD Espanyol: The Sleeping 'Parrots' Awaken RCD Espanyol's performance this season has been remarkable. Currently fifth in the league, they are mounting a strong challenge for a European spot under the guidance of coach Manuel González. The team boasts a balanced attack and defense, with morale at its peak. At 4 AM, La Liga presents the match between RCD Espanyol and FC Barcelona. RCD Espanyol has won 7, drawn 0, and lost 3 of their last 10 matches, displaying good recent form with a decent attacking ability. FC Barcelona has won 9, drawn 0, and lost 1 of their last 10 matches, and their recent performances have been somewhat challenging. FC Barcelona's goal-scoring ability is lacking, while they concede many goals. The contest appears evenly matched. FC Barcelona's recent form is noteworthy, and they possess a slight edge in terms of strength and recent form. In past encounters, RCD Espanyol has had a clear advantage. Their resilience is evident, with two recent matches resulting in equalizers after being behind. While both teams are strong, RCD Espanyol appears to hold the upper hand in terms of team strength. Will RCD Espanyol emerge victorious in this match?