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Jose Salinas - Loan-locked vs. Espanyol Salinas is loan-locked vs. Espanyol and won't be an option for the Oct. 9 match against them, according to Malaga Hoy.

Impact The right-back won't be available for this contest, meaning the coaching staff will have to get creative to improvise options on the right side of the defense. Carlos Puga could be an alternative, but he'd be a one-match stopgap since Salinas would be eligible to return against Real Sociedad on Sunday, Oct. 18.

2 DAYS AGO • ROTOWIRE

Fernando Calero - Starts in friendly match Calero (ribs) started in a behind-closed-doors friendly against Cordoba on Thursday, according to Merchan en Directo.

Impact Calero has yet to play this season due to a rib injury sustained in the preseason, but he was considered to be in the final stages of recovery before the break, so his involvement in this friendly is certainly positive. Now that he's healthy, the veteran defender should be a regular starter at center-back for Malaga moving forward, and he could make his season debut against his former team, Espanyol, on Friday, Oct. 9.

2 DAYS AGO • ROTOWIRE

Adam Aznou - Appears in friendly during break Aznou (undisclosed) came off the bench in a behind-closed-doors friendly against Cordoba on Thursday, according to Merchan en Directo.

Impact Aznou came off the bench in this friendly, and he should be healthy moving forward. Don't expect him to play a meaningful role on defense, though, as he's likely to remain a depth option in most contests once Malaga's league campaign resumes Oct. 9 against Espanyol.

2 DAYS AGO • ROTOWIRE

Juan Cruz - Doesn't play in friendly Cruz didn't play in Thursday's friendly match against Cordoba, according to Mundo Deportivo.

Impact The injury details are unclear, but it's concerning that Cruz couldn't play in a game where several non-regulars got minutes. With this latest development, it's unclear whether the attacking midfielder will be available to face Espanyol on Oct. 9 when the league campaign resumes.

2 DAYS AGO • ROTOWIRE

New Valencia coach Javier Aguirre optimistic despite 'a lot of work' to get the team back on track

Javier Aguirre has arrived in Valencia saying there’s “a lot of work” to do to help the team recover from a poor start to the season but believed there was enough talent and qualit...

SEPTEMBER 24 • Associated Press

Angel Recio - Consistent starter in Malaga's back line Recio has been a regular starter for Malaga's return in the top flight, playing every single minute in the first seven La Liga games.

Impact Recio has started all seven of Malaga's La Liga matches this season, playing 630 minutes as the 23-year-old homegrown center-back establishes himself as a regular in the first team in the club's return in the top flight. He has recorded eight tackles, 24 clearances and six interceptions across those seven appearances, as Malaga sit last in La Liga with zero wins, three draws and four defeats through seven matchdays.

SEPTEMBER 21 • ROTOWIRE

Joaquin Munoz - Quiet Sunday Joaquin Munoz recorded one shot (zero on goal), three crosses (one accurate) and three corners in Sunday's 1-0 defeat against Getafe.

Impact Munoz sent in three corners and took a shot during Sunday's loss, but it was never really enough to put his mark on the match. The forward will remain a limited option moving forward, as Malaga struggle to control the match. Munoz could get more joy against some more defensive opponents in the coming weeks.

SEPTEMBER 20 • ROTOWIRE

David Larrubia - One shot in loss Larrubia recorded one shot (zero on goal) and two chances created in Sunday's 1-0 defeat versus Getafe. In addition, he was given a yellow card in the 50th minute.

Impact Larrubia took a single shot during Sunday's loss, but it wasn't enough to break the deadlock. In the end the match ended with disappointing draw as Larrubia was unable to make a real difference. The forward will hope to be more efficient in the coming weeks, with eyes on a bounce back after the international break.

SEPTEMBER 20 • ROTOWIRE

Fernando Calero - Still not ready Calero (ribs) is still not ready to return to the matchday squad, according to coach Juanfran Funes. "He is in the final phase of his recovery process, he is in training, it's a ve...

Impact Calero had suffered a rib fracture back in preseason that was expected to sideline him for around a month, an injury that already cost him a significant stretch of Malaga's early season, including the LaLiga opener against Atletico Madrid. His continued absence extends that recovery, though coach Funes's comments suggest he is nearing the final stages before a return.

SEPTEMBER 19 • ROTOWIRE

Adam Aznou - Ruled out Sunday Aznou (undisclosed) is ruled out for Sunday's clash against Getafe, according to coach Juanfran Funes.

Impact Aznou had previously been expected to return for this match after missing the clash against Villarreal, but this update now confirms that he won't return before the international break. His recovery continues to be monitored as Malaga's season progresses.

SEPTEMBER 19 • ROTOWIRE

Pablo Martinez - Unfortunate to miss out on assist Pablo Martinez generated one shot (zero on goal), five crosses (one accurate) and three corners in Thursday's 3-1 defeat to Villarreal.

Impact Martinez did his part in service and while he could've been more clinical, his volume suggests he could've had an assist if his teammates were able to string together some moves. If he can be more accurate, he has a good chance of this volume paying off against Getafe even in a tough matchup. Getafe have allowed seven goals through six LaLiga games.

SEPTEMBER 18 • ROTOWIRE

Juan Cruz - Able to get assist Cruz assisted once to go with one cross (zero accurate) and one chance created in Thursday's 3-1 loss versus Villarreal.

Impact Cruz created just one chance and his lone cross wasn't accurate but he did get an assist in Thursday's game. The midfielder will need more volume to help Malaga get past a Getafe defense which has only given up seven goals across six LaLiga games this season.

SEPTEMBER 18 • ROTOWIRE

Carlos Dotor - Scores in start Carlos Dotor scored one goal to go with one shot (one on goal) in Thursday's 3-1 loss against Villarreal.

Impact Dotor found the back of the net in an otherwise tough offensive effort for Malaga. The midfielder won't have it much easier against a Getafe team which struggles to score but has only allowed seven goals through six LaLiga games.

SEPTEMBER 18 • ROTOWIRE

Alfonso Herrero - Gives up three goals Herrero registered three saves and allowed three goals in Thursday's 3-1 loss versus Villarreal. In addition, he was given a yellow card in the 85th minute.

Impact Herrero did make three saves but he also allowed three goals in Malaga's loss. He should have less firepower to deal with up next against Getafe, a team which has only three goals so far in LaLiga play.

SEPTEMBER 18 • ROTOWIRE

Carlos Dotor - Available and starting Dotor (illness) is in the starting lineup for Thursday's game against Villarreal.

Impact Dotor is set to return after a one-game absence due to a gastrointestinal issue. The midfielder has started every game he's been available for, and he will form the midfield trio alongside Pablo Martinez and Izan Merino.

SEPTEMBER 17 • ROTOWIRE

Adam Aznou - Could return Sunday Aznou will remain unavailable for Thursday's clash against Villarreal but is expected to be available for Sunday's match against Getafe, according to coach Juanfran Funes. "We expe...

Impact Aznou isn't ready to return against Villarreal but appears to be nearing the end of his absence, with Sunday's clash against Getafe expected to mark his return to contention. His minutes could initially be managed depending on his fitness, but the versatile defender should have opportunities to push for a regular starting role as the season progresses.

SEPTEMBER 16 • ROTOWIRE

Jens-Lys Cajuste - Expected back in two weeks Cajuste is expected to return to action in approximately two weeks as he recovers from an undisclosed injury, according to coach Juanfran Funes. "As for Jens Cajuste, although it's...

Impact Cajuste will remain sidelined in the short term, including for Thursday's clash against Villarreal, but the latest update provides a relatively encouraging timeline for his return. The midfielder is expected to need around two more weeks before being ready for competitive action, putting him on track to return around the October international break if his recovery progresses as planned.

SEPTEMBER 16 • ROTOWIRE

Malaga vs Villarreal Prediction and Betting Tips | September 17th 2026 La Rosaleda stages a matchday six fixture between Malaga and Villarreal on Thursday as the early-season action in La Liga continues.

SEPTEMBER 15 • SPORTSKEEDA.COM

Jose Salinas - Makes two interceptions Salinas had two tackles (one won), two clearances and two interceptions in Sunday's 1-1 draw versus Celta Vigo.

Impact Salinas featured in Malaga's lineup for a second straight match Sunday, recording two interceptions and a tackle won in the draw against Celta. He has appeared in four of the club's first five league matches, making two starts during that span as he looks to establish himself in La Liga following a difficult campaign with Espanyol last season.

SEPTEMBER 14 • ROTOWIRE

Pablo Martinez - On scoresheet Pablo Martinez assisted once to go with two shots (one on goal), six crosses (four accurate) and five corners in Sunday's 1-1 draw against Celta Vigo.

Impact Martinez earned his second consecutive start Sunday and recorded his first assist of the season against Celta Vigo. While he currently sits lower on the midfield depth chart, he showed promising signs of a larger role, creating five key chances while adding a shot on target and three interceptions on Sunday.

SEPTEMBER 14 • ROTOWIRE

Adrian Nino - Scores in season debut Nino scored one goal to go with three shots (one on goal) and one chance created in Sunday's 1-1 draw versus Celta Vigo.

Impact Nino made his season debut Sunday after missing the first four matches with a leg injury. Despite seeing only limited minutes, he scored the equalizing goal to help Malaga earn a draw against Celta Vigo. The forward was a solid contributor in La Liga 2 last season, recording 12 goals and one assist in 35 appearances, showing promising light as the season progresses.

SEPTEMBER 14 • ROTOWIRE

Alfonso Herrero - Four saves vs Celta Herrero registered four saves and allowed one goal in Sunday's 1-1 draw against Celta Vigo.

Impact Herrero recorded four saves while allowing one goal in Sunday's draw against Celta. He is averaging nearly four saves per match to start the season, conceding eight goals while keeping one clean sheet through five appearances. The goalkeeper has also added three high claims, providing a steady presence between the posts early in the campaign.

SEPTEMBER 14 • ROTOWIRE

Carlos Dotor - Ruled out with illness Dotor (illness) has been ruled out of Sunday's La Liga clash against Celta Vigo due to a gastrointestinal virus, the club announced.

Impact Dotor's absence appears likely to be a short-term issue, with the midfielder sidelined by the same gastrointestinal virus affecting multiple members of the squad. Izan Merino will start in midfield in his place against Celta, while Dotor's availability for the following match should depend on how quickly he recovers from the illness.

SEPTEMBER 13 • ROTOWIRE

Celta Vigo vs Malaga Prediction and Betting Tips | September 13th 2026 The Spanish La Liga action continues on Sunday as struggling pair Celta Vigo and Malaga meet at Estadio de Balaídos. Both sides find themselves in the bottom five positions in the...

SEPTEMBER 11 • SPORTSKEEDA.COM

Adrian Nino - Back fit for Celta game Nino (leg) trained fully in recent days and is an option for Sunday's clash against Celta Vigo, according to SportDirect Radio.

Impact Nino had recently returned to partial training as he continued recovering from the right soleus injury suffered during the Trofeo Costa del Sol against Fulham, an absence that had already kept him out of the match against Levante. His full return to training now confirms he has completed his recovery, positioning him to make his first competitive appearance of the season.

SEPTEMBER 11 • ROTOWIRE

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