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Malaga vs Deportivo La Coruna Prediction and Betting Tips | August 24th 2026 Malaga welcome Deportivo La Coruna to the La Rosaleda Stadium this Monday evening for a La Liga game.

20 HOURS AGO • SPORTSKEEDA.COM

David Larrubia - Takes two shots in loss Larrubia recorded two shots (one on goal) in Wednesday's 2-0 loss versus Atletico Madrid.

Impact Larrubia was one of the few players who looked dangerous throughout the game against Atletico's defense, but he wasn't able to find the back of the net. With his constant forward runs on the wing, Larrubia should remain a decent low-end fantasy option in most formats, even if the end product isn't there on a game-to-game basis.

1 DAY AGO • ROTOWIRE

Einar Galilea - Records six clearances Galilea registered four tackles (two won) and six clearances in Wednesday's 2-0 defeat to Atletico Madrid.

Impact Galilea was busy throughout the game and recorded a team-high six clearances. The defender should earn most of his upside via defensive stats, but he shouldn't carry a ton of fantasy upside if Malaga don't record clean sheets on a steady basis.

1 DAY AGO • ROTOWIRE

Alfonso Herrero - Makes four saves, can't avoid defeat Herrero had four saves and allowed two goals in Wednesday's 2-0 defeat to Atletico Madrid.

Impact It's hard to blame Herrero for the two goals he conceded, as one was an impressive shot from Lee Kang-in, and the other was a perfect free kick from Alex Baena. Herrero shouldn't carry a ton of upside as the goalkeeper of a recently promoted team, and he'll aim to bounce back Monday at home against Deportivo before facing Real Madrid on Sunday, Aug. 30.

1 DAY AGO • ROTOWIRE

Pablo Martinez - Signs with Malaga Martinez has signed with Malaga out of free agency, according to his new club.

Impact Martinez has found a new club after departing Levante this offseason, as the midfielder has inked a deal with another La Liga side, Malaga. He served a decent role in Levante's team last campaign, recording one goal and five assists in 27 appearances (21 starts). This will give the club a player with La Liga experience, likely pushing for starting time once integrated into the team.

2 DAYS AGO • ROTOWIRE

Atletico Madrid 2-0 Malaga: Lee and Baena stunners get Simeone's side up and running Atletico Madrid kicked off their LaLiga campaign with a win, but they needed two moments of quality to get past Malaga on Wednesday.

3 DAYS AGO • BEINSPORTS.COM

(VIDEO) All the Goals From Atlético de Madrid vs Málaga in LaLiga Atlético de Madrid begin their LaLiga campaign this Wednesday with a clash against Málaga at the Metropolitano. Diego Simeone’s team enters...

3 DAYS AGO • BEINSPORTS.COM

Live Blog! Atlético de Madrid vs Málaga in LaLiga Atlético de Madrid begin their LaLiga campaign this Wednesday with a clash against Málaga at the Metropolitano. Diego Simeone’s team enters...

3 DAYS AGO • BEINSPORTS.COM

Atletico Madrid vs Malaga: How to watch, Live Stream, TV Channel and Time for LaLiga game on August 19, 2026 Atletico Madrid host Malaga at the Riyadh Air Metropolitano in the opening round of LaLiga 2026-27. With Malaga back in Spain’s top flight a...

4 DAYS AGO • BOLAVIP.COM

Why isn't Julian Alvarez playing today for Atletico Madrid vs Malaga in 2026-27 LaLiga Matchday 1? Atletico Madrid kick off their 2026–27 LaLiga season today against newly promoted Malaga CF, but high expectations surround the absence of s...

4 DAYS AGO • BOLAVIP.COM

Carlos Dotor - Makes surprise return to XI Dotor (knee) is in the starting lineup after making a quick recovery from an injury that nearly ruled him out of the season opener.

Impact Dotor suffered a knee injury during a preseason friendly that initially ruled him out of the opening game, but after several days of partial training he was included in the squad and handed an immediate, surprising start rather than being eased in as a bench option. The midfielder had a standout season on loan at Malaga last year, making 40 official appearances with one goal and four assists as he established himself as a key player in the club's historic promotion to the First Division.

4 DAYS AGO • ROTOWIRE

Atletico Madrid vs Malaga Prediction and Betting Tips | August 19th 2026 Atletico Madrid kick off the 2026-27 La Liga campaign with the visit of Malaga to the Wanda Metropolitano Stadium on Wednesday. Atleti have typically had the upper hand in this fix...

5 DAYS AGO • SPORTSKEEDA.COM

Aaron Ochoa - Diagnosed with meniscus tear Ochoa was diagnosed with a lateral meniscus tear in his right knee after further medical tests, with Malaga yet to set a recovery timeline, according to El Chiringuito TV.

Impact Ochoa had been dealing with physical issues for several weeks, first getting hurt in a preseason friendly against Leicester before missing several training sessions. He had since gradually returned to training, partially taking part in group sessions, but persistent pain led to the additional tests that confirmed the tear. Ochoa is expected to miss Saturday's season opener against Atletico Madrid regardless, as he was already set to be unavailable due to suspension. His return timeline under coach Juanfran Funes now becomes the bigger question going forward.

6 DAYS AGO • ROTOWIRE

La Liga launches big European domestic leagues without Barcelona and Real Madrid

The Spanish league is the first of Europe's big domestic leagues to kick off this weekend less than a month after Spain won the World Cup

AUGUST 13 • Associated Press

Arbeloa sent off and Fulham walks off before penalty shootout in preseason game against Malaga

Fulham’s preseason match against Malaga has turned out to be not so friendly

AUGUST 13 • Associated Press

Adrian Nino - Ruled out at least three weeks Nino suffered a soleus muscle injury in his right leg after being forced off in the 11th minute of Wednesday's Trofeo Costa del Sol match against Fulham and will be out for at leas...

Impact Nino will miss Malaga's league opener against Atletico Madrid at the Riyad Air Metropolitano on Wednesday, Aug. 19 as a result. The setback comes at a difficult time for coach Juanfran Funes, with the forward having been pegged for a key role after an excellent 2025-26 season. The club has not provided a more specific recovery timeline beyond confirming his progress will be monitored closely. Nino is expected to begin his rehabilitation process once his evolution over the coming days is assessed.

AUGUST 13 • ROTOWIRE

Juan Cruz - Returns to action Wednesday Cruz (leg) played the final 12 minutes of Wednesday's friendly game versus Fulham, per the team's official website.

Impact Cruz has completed his recovery from the injury that limited him over the past few weeks, and he may now push for an increased role on the left flank, offering ability to produce in both attack and defense. His likeliest position at this moment is on the wing, but he faces a competition with Joaquin Munoz. Last season, Cruz racked up three goals plus three assists across 39 appearances (35 starts) for Leganes in La Liga 2.

AUGUST 12 • ROTOWIRE

Adrian Nino - Suffers preseason injury Nino exited Wednesday's friendly against Fulham in the first half due to an undisclosed injury.

Impact Nino lasted just 11 minutes before being replaced, and further tests will be needed to determine the extent of the injury. Malaga are opening the season on Wednesday, Aug. 19, at Atletico Madrid, so if Nino suffered a severe injury, he'd be at risk of not playing in the season opener.

AUGUST 12 • ROTOWIRE

Einar Galilea - Starting vs. Fulham Galilea (undisclosed) is in the starting lineup for Wednesday's friendly against Fulham.

Impact Galilea has been training in full in recent days, so it's not surprising to see the defender sneak into the lineup ahead of this tune-up. Galilea should be a regular at the back for Malaga in the early stages of the upcoming Liga season.

AUGUST 12 • ROTOWIRE

Carlos Dotor - Ruled out for season opener Dotor suffered a grade I tear of the medial collateral ligament in his right knee during Friday's friendly against Ceuta, according to Deportes COPE Malaga.

Impact Dotor will miss Malaga's season opener against Atletico Madrid at the Metropolitano as a result, with his recovery period estimated at around two to three weeks pending his progress. Coach Juanfran Funes' concern following the match proved justified, as Dotor had to leave the field due to the joint injury. The coaching staff loses one of its key midfielders right before the start of the season. Dotor is expected to be reassessed as his recovery advances.

AUGUST 10 • ROTOWIRE

Fernando Calero - Out around a month Calero suffered a rib fracture during Friday's friendly against Ceuta and will be out for around a month, according to Deportes COPE Malaga.

Impact Calero suffered a heavy blow to his side and was forced off in the second half, immediately raising concern among coach Juanfran Funes' staff. The injury is expected to keep him sidelined for around a month, ruling him out of Wednesday's Trofeo Costa del Sol against Fulham as well as Malaga's LaLiga opener against Atletico Madrid on Aug. 19. He could also miss the following fixtures against Deportivo La Coruna on Aug. 24 and Real Madrid on Aug. 30. Alex Pastor is expected to step in at center back in his absence. Calero joined Malaga on a free transfer from Espanyol this summer as a key defensive reinforcement, making his absence a significant blow to Funes' plans at the back.

AUGUST 10 • ROTOWIRE

Juan Cruz - Rejoins group training Cruz has rejoined group training after recovering from the muscle injury that had kept him out in recent days, according to La Opinion De Malaga.

Impact Cruz had gradually built up his workload before this full return, strengthening coach Juanfran Funes' options heading into the final stretch of preseason. The forward's involvement is a positive sign as Malaga prepares for the Trofeo Costa del Sol against Fulham on Wednesday at La Rosaleda. Cruz is expected to continue building toward full match fitness as preseason wraps up.

AUGUST 10 • ROTOWIRE

Alex Pastor - Sees action in friendly Friday Pastor (knee) featured in Friday's friendly match against Ceuta, according to 101tv.es.

Impact Pastor missed most of the 2025/26 season due to an ACL injury, but he was part of training camp earlier this summer and now continues to trend in the right direction. ACL injuries are tough to come back from, but after seeing time in this friendly, he's in the right direction toward being an option for the season opener against Atletico Madrid on Aug. 19.

AUGUST 7 • ROTOWIRE

Fernando Calero - Exits friendly with injury Calero exited Friday's friendly match against Ceuta with an apparent injury, according to Jairo Sanchez of 101TV.es.

Impact Calero exited the game with pain on the left side, though it's unclear whether he's dealing with a serious injury or not. Either way, expect Calero to ease up on his training workload in the coming days, as the goal is to have him fit and available for the season opener against Atletico Madrid on Wednesday, Aug. 18.

AUGUST 7 • ROTOWIRE

Carlos Dotor - Dealing with muscular problems Dotor exited Friday's friendly match against Ceuta with an apparent right leg injury, according to Jairo Sanchez of 101TV.es.

Impact Further tests will be needed to determine the extent of the injury, but a scenario in which Dotor opens the 2026/27 season sidelined can't be ruled out. Dotor is expected to rest for a few days while he undergoes further tests, but for now, his availability for the season opener against Atletico Madrid on Wednesday, Aug. 19, is uncertain.

AUGUST 7 • ROTOWIRE

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