From non-league Clitheroe to facing Real Madrid: Tyrhys Dolan's La Liga rise

Tyrhys Dolan was named in Espanyol's predicted starting lineup for Real Madrid's visit to the RCDE Stadium on 22 August 2026. The 24-year-old winger joined the Catalan club from Blackburn Rovers in July 2025 after beginning his career at non-league Clitheroe. Dolan told BBC Sport that La Liga's technical demands have sharpened his decision-making and crossing in his second season.