Malaga host Levante at La Rosaleda this Sunday in a La Liga clash that sees contrasting league positions meet with surprisingly similar win probabilities. Malaga, currently enjoying a strong season with 18 wins and a 47% win rate, will be looking to consolidate their standing despite a recent stutter in form, picking up two wins, one draw, and two losses in their last five outings. Their attacking prowess, having netted 66 goals, will be key against a Levante side that has struggled defensively, conceding 50 times this season.
Levante, rooted towards the bottom with just seven wins, arrive with a slightly better recent run of two wins, two draws, and a single loss from their last five, suggesting a potential upturn. However, their overall goal difference remains a concern. The bookmakers’ odds are intriguing, with a draw and an away win both deemed more likely than a Malaga victory, reflecting Levante's surprisingly competitive head-to-head record where they've secured two wins and two draws in the last five meetings. Watch for Malaga's ability to break down a potentially resilient Levante, while the visitors will aim to exploit any defensive lapses on the counter.
1. A. Herrero, 3. C. Puga, 15. A. Recio, 4. E. Galilea, 31. Rafita, 10. D. Larrubia, 14. R. Rodriguez, 23. I. Merino, 11. J. Munoz, 9. Chupe, 8. C. Dotor
13. M. Ryan, 29. N. Perez, 4. Dela, 2. A. Mandi, 23. M. Sanchez, 20. O. Rey, 7. R. Brugue, 18. E. Bardeli, 8. J. A. Olasagasti, 24. T. Fernandez, 9. I. Romero
Match events
9' Goal Missed Penalty — Carlos Ruiz Rubio (Malaga)
25' Card Yellow Card — Dani Lorenzo (Malaga)
34' Card Yellow Card — Rafael Garrido Hierro (Malaga)
45'+1 Card Yellow Card — Pablo Martínez Andrés (Malaga)
59' subst Substitution 1 — Pablo Martínez Andrés (Malaga) (assists: Izan Merino)
Global 
.png)
