RCD Espanyol secured all three points against Las Palmas in the Spanish Primera División on Sunday, thanks to a substitute's goal. Wu Lei, a Chinese footballer who plays for the club, scored the only goal of the game with just under half an hour remaining.
The match was played at the Estadio de la Cerámica in Zaragoza and saw both teams struggle to create many clear-cut chances. However, it was Wu Lei who came up trumps when he latched onto a loose ball in the box and slotted home from close range.
Despite being a substitute, Wu Lei had been a key player for Espanyol this season, helping them maintain their position in the top flight. He has made 16 appearances for the team so far this campaign, scoring two goals and providing one assist.
The win over Las Palmas is a much-needed boost for Espanyol, who have struggled to find form recently. They now sit in 14th place in the table, four points above the relegation zone.
Overall, Wu Lei's substitution was a crucial moment in the match and helped Espanyol secure all three points. It will be interesting to see how the rest of the team responds to his performance and whether they can build on this victory going forward.