Malaga CF
- Malaga CF are unbeaten in their last 5 matches, winning 3 and drawing 2.
- They have drawn their last two at La Rosaleda.
- They have six wins, two draws and two defeats in their last ten across all competitions.
Union Deportiva Almeria
- Union Deportiva Almeria have won 5, drawn 2 and lost 3 of their last 10 in all competitions.
- They are coming off a 3-2 playoff home win over Castellon but are winless in their last two away matches.
- They have conceded 11 goals in their last 5 on the road.
Malaga CF
- Chupe is the danger man for Malaga.
- Chupe has scored four of Malaga CF's last nine goals.
Union Deportiva Almeria
Their ball-winner in midfield is the engine that starts vertical attacks and breaks up play.
Betting Insights
- Both teams are vulnerable defensively.
- Almeria have conceded 11 goals in their last 5 on the road.
- Consider Over 2.5 goals at 1.83.
Prediction
- Expect Malaga CF to nick the first leg and take an advantage into the second leg.
- Both teams should approach the game on the front foot, which supports the high-goals market.