Malaga CF
- Malaga CF come into this fixture in 11th place in the LaLiga 2 2025-2026 table with 23 points from 18 games, while Union Deportiva Almeria have built a much greater cushion in 3rd place with 32 points from 18, putting them firmly in the promotion race.
- Juan Funes has brought intensity, energy and tactical flexibility to the hosts since taking charge in November 2025, making them very difficult to play against on their day.
- Malaga are not a team to play against as they can suddenly change the tempo of a game from patient build-up to vertical transitions in an instant while they also play with a high intensity and pressure when out of possession.
- Malaga have won two, tied two and lost one of their last five LaLiga 2 games, drawing 1-1 at home to Real Zaragoza before beating Albacete Balompie 3-1 away.
UD Almeria
- Rubi has brought a completely different mentality to the club since arriving in July 2024, opting for a much more structured and possession-based approach to their games.
- Almeria have lost some form recently, winning just one of their last five (D1, L3) and they are likely to be in for a tough match here.
Head-to-Head
The last three H2Hs have seen Malaga CF win once , UD Almeria win none and two ties .
Key Players
Malaga’s Chupe has bagged five goals in 15 LaLiga 2 games so far, making him a reliable outlet for the home side.
Betting Insights
- Both teams can score as the last H2H at Almeria ended 2-2, while the hosts are averaging 1.89 goals per game at home in LaLiga 2 this season.
- Malaga have won 4, tied 4 and lost only once at home in the second-tier this season, so they’re a force to be reckoned with in their home region of Andalusia.
Prediction
Expect a competitive Andalusian clash with Malaga slight favourites at home and a good chance of both teams to score .
