Málaga CF
Football Spain - La Liga 2 Estadio La Rosaleda Mon 8 Dec 14:30
Real Zaragoza
  1. Prediction
  2. Odds
  3. Stats
  4. Team News
  5. Lineups
  6. Injuries
  7. Squads
  8. Table

La Liga 2 Betting Preview: Málaga vs Real Zaragoza

Málaga take on bottom-of-the-table Real Zaragoza at Estadio La Rosaleda, with kick-off set for 14:30 on Monday 8 December.

Málaga Stand Out as a Great Bet

It’s great to get attractive odds of +110 for a home win when Málaga go up against Zaragoza. We think that the hosts will have the upper hand and the Full-Time Result market is a way of getting the best value.

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2-1 Zaragoza Triumph in Previous H2H

Málaga drew on the road in their last La Liga 2 game. A 1-1 scoreline was played out against Real Valladolid at Estadio Jose Zorrilla. Los Boquerones enjoyed 53% possession and three shots on target, with Adrian Nino bagging the goal.

On Wednesday night, Málaga visited CF Talavera de la Reina and were defeated 2-1 in the Copa del Rey.

Real Zaragoza claimed a home win in their previous game. A 3-2 triumph against Leganés at Ibercaja Estadio made it three consecutive league victories. The Aragon outfit boasted 68% possession and had ten shots on goal, with Kenan Kodro, Antonio Moya and Francho Serrano finding the net.

Four days ago, Zaragoza suffered a 1-0 Copa del Rey extra-time defeat (0-0 after 90 mins) when hosting Burgos.

Head-to-Head Statistics

These two teams last met at Estadio La Rosaleda, with Zaragoza claiming the away win. Beating Málaga by a 2-1 scoreline. In the past 10 H2H meetings, we have seen five draws, three Zaragoza wins and two Málaga victories.

La Liga 2 G W D L GF GA GD GD P
6 Málaga logo Málaga 22 10 5 7 32 26 6 32:26 35
21 Real Zaragoza logo Real Zaragoza 22 5 6 11 21 35 -14 21:35 21
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Málaga – Last 10 League Games

Málaga have 3 wins, 5 losses and 2 draws, averaging 1.5 goals from 5.4 shots on goal and 8.7 attempts. Juan Funes' side have averaged 52.9% possession and 3.3 corners per game, with the opposition getting 1.6 goals from 5.1 shots on goal, 9.5 attempts and 5.1 corners.

Adrian Nino, Rafa Rodriguez and Eneko Jauregi are the top scorers with 3 goals each, while Chupe has 2. Julen Lobete is the leading assists maker on 3.

Real Zaragoza – Last 10 League Games

Zaragoza have won 4 and lost 6, averaging 3.4 shots on goal, 7.5 attempts and 1.0 goals. Los Maños average 51.8% possession, 5.0 corners awarded and 4.9 corners against, while 1.9 goals have been conceded from 8.9 attempts and 5.0 shots on goal.

The top scorers have been Kenan Kodro, Antonio Moya and Mario Soberon, with 2 goals apiece. Francho Serrano has had 2 assists in the previous 10 games.

Confirmed Lineups

Málaga confirmed lineup (4-3-3): Alfonso Herrero (GK), Carlos Puga, Einar Galilea, Angel Recio, Victor, Carlos Dotor, Dani Lorenzo, Izan Merino, David Larrubia, Adrian Nino, Joaquin Munoz.

Real Zaragoza confirmed lineup (4-2-3-1): Esteban Andrada (GK), Martin Aguirregabiria, Aleksandar Radovanovic, Pablo Insua, Carlos Pomares, Keidi Bare, Raul Guti, Francho Serrano, Mario Soberon, Valery Fernandez, Kenan Kodro.

Málaga vs Real Zaragoza Prediction & Betting Tips

We cover the essential Málaga vs Real Zaragoza betting angles, featuring our main match prediction, a corners value pick, correct score guidance, top player prop plays and a carefully crafted bet builder.

Match Prediction

Málaga can’t be ignored when they play this La Liga 2 clash, especially as odds of +110 are available for this prediction. Head to the betting sites to back this value selection.

Our football experts are keen to follow the latest form and understand any patterns that emerge. The same applies to injuries that could affect key players. Combined with the best La Liga 2 stats, there is plenty of information to make a verdict.

Key Málaga vs Real Zaragoza league stats:

  • Málaga have won 3 of their last 5 games at home.
  • Zaragoza have lost 7 of their last 10 games on the road.
  • Zaragoza have lost 13 of their last 20 games on the road.
Málaga to Win Probability

The best betting sites make it a 47.6% chance that our pick is settled as a winner. However, we have this number between 50-55% based on our in-depth research. It’s why we think it’s worth placing this wager.

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Correct Score Prediction

Málaga Málaga logo 1 - 0 Zaragoza logo Zaragoza

There are odds of +440 available that Málaga land a 1-0 win. We like the correct score option as there’s a nice reward if you can accurately predict the outcome.

Player Prop Picks

Top Pick: Carlos Dotor To Score +650 BetMGM logo

Carlos Dotor (Málaga) is available to be on the scoresheet at +650. The Anytime Goalscorer odds look really appealing considering all angles and we’ll take a chance on him.

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Corners Prediction

Málaga Under 5.5 Corners -159 BetMGM logo

Málaga have had under 5.5 corners in six consecutive home games, while Zaragoza have had an average of 4.90 corners against them in their last 10 matches. The Málaga Team Corners line looks to be too big given the stats and -159 is available to wager.

League Games
League Games
Last 10 Total For Against
Last 10 at Home Total For Against
Last 10 Away Total For Against
Málaga Logo Málaga
Total
8.40 3.30 5.10
Home
7.70 4.30 3.40
Away
9.30 3.60 5.70
Zaragoza Logo Zaragoza
Total
9.90 5.00 4.90
Home
9.50 4.60 4.90
Away
10.50 5.00 5.50
Latest Corner Odds

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Bet Builder Tips

Full-Time Result Málaga +110
Total Goals Under 2.5 -192
Team Corners Málaga Under 5.5 -159

A same-game multi can provide entertainment and we’ve got Málaga on the Full-Time Result, Under 2.5 merged with Málaga to have under 5.5 corners.

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Málaga vs Real Zaragoza Odds

The odds are updated on a frequent basis. You might therefore find that they are different to the ones listed for the above betting predictions.

Málaga Could Have Edge According to Bookies

Málaga are the skinniest price to succeed in this La Liga 2 clash, with the favourites afforded a 48% probability based on their +110 betting odds with the bookies. If you’re interested in wagering Real Zaragoza, you can get +250 for the underdog.

If Málaga and Zaragoza play out a draw, then an Asian Handicap -0.25 on the former means a half stake refund. However, a victory for the favourites would mean a full payout at -130.

For those anticipating a low-scoring contest, Under 2.5 is the market leader for the Total Goals market. As long as one team or more fails to score, then the No option on the Both Teams to Score market will pay out at -137.

Hundreds of markets are made available when it comes to La Liga 2 games, with the best football betting sites leaving no stone unturned in terms of available options.

Carlos Ruiz Rubio Favourite to Find the Net First

Those interested in Carlos Ruiz Rubio to find the net anytime can get +235, with the favourite on offer to score the first goal at odds of +500.

Player Goals
Carlos Ruiz Rubio (Málaga)
First
+235
Anytime
+500
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Adrián Niño (Málaga)
First
+250
Anytime
+500
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Eneko Jauregi (Málaga)
First
+260
Anytime
+550
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Dani Gómez (Zaragoza)
First
+340
Anytime
+700
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Can Málaga Continue Unbeaten Home Streak?

Málaga have not lost at Estadio La Rosaleda in the past four matches. Los Boquerones have secured five wins, four draws and one defeat in the last 10 home matches, scoring an average of 2.00 goals per game and conceding 1.20.

Zaragoza have seven defeats, two wins and one draw in the last 10 away games, scoring an average of 0.80 goals per match and conceding 1.70.

Zaragoza won 2-1 when they last played Málaga at Estadio La Rosaleda. The past 6 H2H matches at Estadio La Rosaleda have included three victories for Zaragoza, two wins for Málaga and a single draw.

Last 10 League Games W-D-L G GF GA O2.5 U2.5 B-Y B-No
Málaga logo Málaga Home Stats 5-4-1 3.20 2.00 1.20 7 3 7 3
Real Zaragoza logo Real Zaragoza Away Stats 2-1-7 2.50 0.80 1.70 4 6 5 5
  • W-D-L = Wins-Draws-Losses
  • G = Avg. Goals
  • GF = Avg. Goals For
  • GA = Avg. Goals Against
  • O2.5 = Matches Over 2.5 Goals
  • U2.5 = Matches Under 2.5 Goals
  • B-Y = Matches BTTS Yes
  • B-No = Matches BTTS No
Team Stats
Málaga logo Málaga League Stats
Real Zaragoza logo Real Zaragoza League Stats
Full-Time Result
  • 3 wins, 5 defeats and 2 draws in the previous 10 matches
  • 5 wins, 1 defeat and 4 draws in the previous 10 home matches
Full-Time Result
  • 4 wins and 6 defeats in the previous 10 matches
  • 2 wins, 7 defeats and 1 draw in the previous 10 away matches
Goals
Goals
Corners
Corners
Possession
Possession
Top Scorers & Assists
Top Scorers & Assists

Málaga vs Real Zaragoza Lineups & Team News

Before placing any bets on Málaga vs Zaragoza, check the team news first. We’ll have the predicted and confirmed La Liga 2 lineups for you plus all the latest on player injuries.

Málaga Confirmed Lineup 4-3-3

Real Zaragoza Confirmed Lineup 4-2-3-1

Málaga Confirmed Lineup 4-3-3

1 Alfonso Herrero
3 Carlos Puga 4 Einar Galilea 36 Angel Recio 14 Victor
12 Carlos Dotor 22 Dani Lorenzo 23 Izan Merino
10 David Larrubia 21 Adrian Nino 11 Joaquin Munoz
1 Esteban Andrada
20 M. Aguirregabiria 16 A. Radovanovic 4 Pablo Insua 15 Carlos Pomares
6 Keidi Bare 10 Raul Guti
14 Francho Serrano 7 Mario Soberon 21 Valery Fernandez
19 Kenan Kodro

Real Zaragoza Confirmed Lineup 4-2-3-1

Málaga Substitutes

  • 2Jokin Gabilondo
  • 7Haitam Abaida
  • 9Chupe
  • 13Carlos Lopez
  • 16Diego Murillo
  • 17Eneko Jauregi
  • 18Dani Sanchez
  • 20Francisco Montero
  • 24Julen Lobete
  • 26Pablo Arriaza
  • 35Aaron Ochoa
  • 37Rafa Rodriguez

Real Zaragoza Substitutes

  • 2Juan Sebastian
  • 3Dani Tasende
  • 5Alberto Rodriguez
  • 8Antonio Moya
  • 9Daniel Gomez
  • 12Sinan Bakis
  • 13Adrian Rodriguez
  • 17Sebas Moyano
  • 23Marcos Cuenca
  • 24Paul Akouokou
  • 31Hugo Pinilla
  • 36Ale Gomes

Previous Málaga Lineups

03 Dec Copa del Rey
CF Talavera de la Reina 2-1 Málaga
29 Nov La Liga 2
Real Valladolid 1-1 Málaga
23 Nov La Liga 2
Málaga 3-2 Mirandés
17 Nov La Liga 2
La Cultural 1-0 Málaga
08 Nov La Liga 2
Málaga 2-2 Córdoba
02 Nov La Liga 2
Castellón 2-1 Málaga

Previous Real Zaragoza Lineups

04 Dec Copa del Rey
Real Zaragoza 0-1 Burgos
30 Nov La Liga 2
Real Zaragoza 3-2 Leganés
22 Nov La Liga 2
Eibar 1-2 Real Zaragoza
16 Nov La Liga 2
Real Zaragoza 1-0 Huesca
09 Nov La Liga 2
Granada 3-1 Real Zaragoza
02 Nov La Liga 2
Real Zaragoza 0-2 Deportivo

Injuries & Suspensions

Málaga Injury Table
Type Name Info
Victor Knock
Alex Pastor Knee
Luismi Head
Real Zaragoza Injury Table
Type Name Info
No players are currently reported injured or suspended.
Team Squads

Málaga Player Stats & Squad

Manager: Juan Funes

Player # Pos GP MIN ST BE G A Y R
Alfonso Herrero 1 G 16 1440 16 0 0 0 0 0
David Larrubia 10 M 16 1362 16 0 1 1 1 0
Diego Murillo 16 D 13 1124 12 3 0 0 3 1
Dani Lorenzo 22 M 14 1081 12 4 1 1 2 0
Francisco Montero 20 D 12 1013 12 2 0 0 5 1

Real Zaragoza Player Stats & Squad

Manager: Ruben Selles

Player # Pos GP MIN ST BE G A Y R
Francho Serrano 14 M 16 1297 14 2 1 2 0 0
Raul Guti 14 M 15 1192 15 0 0 0 4 0
Pablo Insua 4 D 14 1116 13 2 0 0 3 0
Carlos Pomares 15 D 12 981 12 1 0 0 3 1
Sebas Moyano 17 M 14 900 11 5 1 0 1 0
Spain FlagLa Liga 2 Table
2025/2026 Season
# Team G W D L +/- P
1 Racing Club 22 12 5 5 49:32 41
2 Castellón 22 11 5 6 36:25 38
3 Las Palmas 22 10 8 4 27:17 38
4 Deportivo 22 10 7 5 37:25 37
5 Almería 22 10 6 6 41:32 36
6 Málaga 22 10 5 7 32:26 35
7 Burgos 22 10 5 7 26:20 35
8 Cádiz 22 9 7 6 25:24 34
9 Sporting Gijon 22 10 3 9 30:31 33
10 Córdoba 22 8 8 6 27:25 32
11 Ceuta 22 9 5 8 25:29 32
12 Real Valladolid 22 7 7 8 24:23 28
13 Andorra 22 7 7 8 25:30 28
14 Albacete 22 7 6 9 27:34 27
15 Leganés 22 6 8 8 23:23 26
16 Eibar 22 6 7 9 23:26 25
17 La Cultural 22 7 4 11 24:34 25
18 Real Sociedad B 22 6 6 10 29:31 24
19 Granada 22 4 11 7 23:27 23
20 Huesca 22 6 5 11 20:31 23
21 Real Zaragoza 22 5 6 11 21:35 21
22 Mirandés 22 4 5 13 23:37 17
# Team G W D L +/- P
1 Racing Club 12 7 2 3 29:16 23
2 Castellón 11 7 2 2 24:14 23
3 Málaga 11 6 4 1 21:12 22
4 Ceuta 11 7 1 3 14:11 22
5 Eibar 11 6 3 2 18:9 21
6 Las Palmas 11 6 3 2 17:8 21
7 Almería 11 6 2 3 24:17 20
8 Cádiz 11 6 2 3 14:11 20
9 Real Sociedad B 11 5 4 2 16:11 19
10 Burgos 12 5 4 3 12:8 19
11 Sporting Gijon 11 5 3 3 15:14 18
12 Deportivo 10 4 4 2 15:11 16
13 Huesca 11 4 4 3 14:14 16
14 Córdoba 11 4 3 4 13:13 15
15 Real Valladolid 11 3 4 4 13:11 13
16 Granada 12 2 7 3 13:13 13
17 Andorra 10 3 4 3 11:11 13
18 Albacete 11 4 1 6 12:19 13
19 Leganés 10 2 3 5 9:11 9
20 La Cultural 11 2 3 6 8:15 9
21 Real Zaragoza 11 2 3 6 9:19 9
22 Mirandés 11 2 2 7 9:19 8