Kiko Casilla 6
Dealt comfortably with everything Almeria had to throw at him, which wasn't that much anyway.
Javi Lopez 7
His manager will have no complaints, tidy and efficient. Doesn't get forward a lot but isn't asked to either.
Alvaro 6
Has shown himself to be a reliable customer since arriving in the summer, and today was no different.
Hector Moreno 7
A couple of dodgy clearances aside, was composed at the back, making a few good challenges.
Juan Fuentes 6
Solid performance but must be wary that Duarte, who has performed impressively recently, doesn't outshine him when given the chance. Handled Edgar Mendes well.
JA Canas 6
Not quite as accurate as usual but kept the ball moving and Espanyol ticking.
Abraham 6
Played some fine passes in the first half, but tired in the second and was replaced after an hour.
Salva Sevilla 6
Performed his midfield role well, although didn't sparkle particularly.
Lucas Vazquez 6
Mis-hit the ball perfectly into Stuani's path for Espanyol's second goal. Has spark, but it needs to be channeled better than it was today.
Sergio Garica 8
Created the first for Stuani with hard work down the right and played a large part in the second. Went close himself with a shot which hit the side netting.
Christian Stuani 7
Consolidated his place as the top scoring Uruguayan in Barcelona this season with a quick-fire double towards the end of the first half. One a close-range header, the other a tap-in from a similar position.
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Victor Sanchez 7
His energy was needed after the break and in an impressive display he also created the third goal, playing in Caicedo. Helped out the defence too.
Felipe Caicedo 7
Is in a goal glut and came up with another one just minutes after his introduction, showing great strength to hold off the defender and a cool head to tuck it home.
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