La Liga
Málaga CF vs Espanyol
Fri, 09 Oct 2026 - 20:00 (UK Time)
Stadium: Estadio La Rosaleda
Málaga CF vs Espanyol Prediction & Stats - La Liga 2026/27
Predictions
Another instalment of a long-running fixture. Málaga CF vs Espanyol carries real history into this round of the La Liga.
The two sides meet on 09/10 (Friday) at Estadio La Rosaleda, 20:00 (UK time).
Read the Málaga CF vs Espanyol prediction below before backing anything.
Our verdict on Málaga CF vs Espanyol
A deep head-to-head record gives this fixture a story, and that context feeds directly into our thinking. This is the Málaga CF vs Espanyol call we are most confident in:
Eagle Predict Prediction
Correct Score: 1 - 1
Last updated on 09-10-2026.
Who do the bookmakers favour?
The market makes Málaga CF the side to beat, with roughly 34% of the implied odds in their favour.
For the wider picture, compare all La Liga odds and the rest of the round's fixtures before you settle on a bet.
Málaga CF Preview
Málaga CF reach this fixture 7 match into their La Liga. Here is where Málaga Club de Fútbol stand:
In this competition
0 won, 3 drawn, 4 lost
0.43 points per game
3 scored, at 0.43 a game
12 conceded, at 1.71 a game
Málaga Club de Fútbol, season-wide
0 won, 3 drawn, 4 lost across all competitions
Leading scorer: Carlos Dotor, 1 goals
Most assists: Juan Cruz, 1 assists
Recent results — Málaga CF
20/09/2026 08:00
17/09/2026 15:30
13/09/2026 08:00
06/09/2026 12:30
30/08/2026 11:00
Espanyol: how they are travelling
Espanyol come in 7 matches into their La Liga.
Here is what RCD Espanyol have produced:
In this competition
2 won, 1 drawn, 4 lost
1 points per game
10 scored, at 1.43 a game
10 conceded, at 1.43 a game
RCD Espanyol, season-wide
2 won, 1 drawn, 4 lost across all competitions
Leading scorer: Roberto Fernández Jaén, 6 goals
Most assists: Francisco Javier Hernandez Coarasa, 4 assists
Recent results — RCD Espanyol
18/09/2026 15:00
15/09/2026 13:00
12/09/2026 10:15
06/09/2026 15:00
29/08/2026 13:00
The head-to-head favours Espanyol
Espanyol have generally come out ahead of Málaga Club de Fútbol in their recent meetings.
From 22 match(es):
Espanyol: 12 win(s)
Málaga CF: 5 win(s)
Drawn: 5
That trend is worth factoring into the Málaga CF vs Espanyol prediction.
Form comparison Málaga CF vs Espanyol
A side-by-side look at how both teams are performing right now, to set the context for your bets:
Home Team
Málaga CF
Spain - La Liga
| Form | Last 5 | PPG |
|---|---|---|
| Overall |
L
L
D
D
L
|
0.43 |
| Home |
L
D
D
|
0.67 |
| Away |
L
D
L
L
|
0.25 |
| Stats | Overall | Home | Away |
|---|---|---|---|
| Win % | 0% | 0% | 0% |
| Goals | 2.14 | 2 | 2.25 |
| Scored | 0.43 | 0.67 | 0.25 |
| Conceded | 1.71 | 1.33 | 2 |
| Both Teams to Score | 43% | 67% | 25% |
| Without Conceding | 14% | 33% | 0% |
| Failed To Score | 57% | 33% | 75% |
| first to Score | 0% | 0% | 0% |
|
xG
|
1.03 | 1.03 | 1.03 |
|
xGA
|
1.72 | 1.35 | 2 |
Away Team
Espanyol
Spain - La Liga
| Form | Last 5 | PPG |
|---|---|---|
| Overall |
L
L
W
D
L
|
1 |
| Home |
L
D
L
W
|
1 |
| Away |
L
W
L
|
1 |
| Stats | Overall | Home | Away |
|---|---|---|---|
| Win % | 29% | 25% | 33% |
| Goals | 2.86 | 3 | 2.67 |
| Scored | 1.43 | 1.5 | 1.33 |
| Conceded | 1.43 | 1.5 | 1.33 |
| Both Teams to Score | 71% | 75% | 67% |
| Without Conceding | 29% | 25% | 33% |
| Failed To Score | 0% | 0% | 0% |
| first to Score | 0% | 0% | 0% |
|
xG
|
1.47 | 1.62 | 1.27 |
|
xGA
|
1.42 | 1.24 | 1.66 |
Further markets to consider
Beyond the main tip at the top of the page, two more selections stand out for this match-up:
👉 Prediction: Espanyol to Win
Despite playing away, Espanyol enters this fixture as the favorite against Málaga CF. While an away win can be risky, our betting tip is to back Espanyol on the 1X2 market.
Their ability to perform on the road has been impressive, and based on their recent performance, we expect them to take home the three points.
👉 Prediction: Málaga CF win or Draw
The upcoming Málaga CF vs Espanyol matchup looks to be a close contest, but home advantage could be the key factor in this match.
For that reason, we suggest backing Málaga CF to win or draw on the Double Chance market. Playing at Estadio La Rosaleda in front of their home fans should give them the edge they need to at least avoid defeat, making this a strong bet.
Fixture information - Málaga CF vs Espanyol
Match: Málaga CF vs Espanyol
Competition: La Liga
Date: Friday, 09/10/2026
Kick-off: 20:00 (UK time)
Venue: Estadio La Rosaleda
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Stats
The statistics for Malaga CF vs RCB Espanyol de Barcelona that you will find on this page should help you make well-informed decisions for placing your bets.
Goal Average
2.34
League: 3.04
Both Teams to Score
67%
League: 57%
Over 1.5+
84%
League: 77%
Over 2.5+
50%
League: 56%
Cards
6.66
League: 4.64
Corners
9.67
League: 9.65
Home Team
Málaga CF
Spain - La Liga
| Form | Last 5 | PPG |
|---|---|---|
| Overall |
L
L
D
D
L
|
0.43 |
| Home |
L
D
D
|
0.67 |
| Away |
L
D
L
L
|
0.25 |
| Stats | Overall | Home | Away |
|---|---|---|---|
| Win % | 0% | 0% | 0% |
| Goals | 2.14 | 2 | 2.25 |
| Scored | 0.43 | 0.67 | 0.25 |
| Conceded | 1.71 | 1.33 | 2 |
| Both Teams to Score | 43% | 67% | 25% |
| Without Conceding | 14% | 33% | 0% |
| Failed To Score | 57% | 33% | 75% |
| first to Score | 0% | 0% | 0% |
|
xG
|
1.03 | 1.03 | 1.03 |
|
xGA
|
1.72 | 1.35 | 2 |
Away Team
Espanyol
Spain - La Liga
| Form | Last 5 | PPG |
|---|---|---|
| Overall |
L
L
W
D
L
|
1 |
| Home |
L
D
L
W
|
1 |
| Away |
L
W
L
|
1 |
| Stats | Overall | Home | Away |
|---|---|---|---|
| Win % | 29% | 25% | 33% |
| Goals | 2.86 | 3 | 2.67 |
| Scored | 1.43 | 1.5 | 1.33 |
| Conceded | 1.43 | 1.5 | 1.33 |
| Both Teams to Score | 71% | 75% | 67% |
| Without Conceding | 29% | 25% | 33% |
| Failed To Score | 0% | 0% | 0% |
| first to Score | 0% | 0% | 0% |
|
xG
|
1.47 | 1.62 | 1.27 |
|
xGA
|
1.42 | 1.24 | 1.66 |
Corners
10.72 / Match
+71% Corners / Match
Málaga CF received +71% more corners than Espanyol in the La Liga
6.28 / Match
Getafe
(9)
Villarreal
(4)
Celta de Vigo
(5)
Levante UD
(6)
Real Madrid
(6)
Deportivo La Coruña
(7)
Atlético Madrid
(1)(3)
Elche CF
(5)
Rayo Vallecano
(4)
Osasuna
(0)
Sevilla
(3)
Real Sociedad
(0)
Real Madrid
(0)
Levante UD
Cards
2.57 / Match
+22% Cards / Match
Espanyol received +22% more cards than Málaga CF in the La Liga
3.14 / Match
Getafe
(2)
Villarreal
(5)
Celta de Vigo
(1)
Levante UD
(4)
Real Madrid
(2)
Deportivo La Coruña
(1)
Atlético Madrid
(3)(2)
Elche CF
(1)
Rayo Vallecano
(3)
Osasuna
(2)
Sevilla
(4)
Real Sociedad
(5)
Real Madrid
(3)
Levante UD
Goals Scored
0.43 / Match
+233%
Espanyol is +233% better in terms of goals scored
1.43 / Match
Getafe
(0)
Villarreal
(1)
Celta de Vigo
(1)
Levante UD
(0)
Real Madrid
(0)
Deportivo La Coruña
(1)
Atlético Madrid
(0)(1)
Elche CF
(1)
Rayo Vallecano
(2)
Osasuna
(1)
Sevilla
(1)
Real Sociedad
(1)
Real Madrid
(3)
Levante UD
Goals Conceded
1.71 / Match
+16%
Málaga CF condeded +16% more goals than Espanyol
1.43 / Match
Getafe
(1)
Villarreal
(3)
Celta de Vigo
(1)
Levante UD
(0)
Real Madrid
(4)
Deportivo La Coruña
(1)
Atlético Madrid
(2)(3)
Elche CF
(2)
Rayo Vallecano
(0)
Osasuna
(1)
Sevilla
(2)
Real Sociedad
(2)
Real Madrid
(0)
Levante UD
La Liga Standings
| # | Team | MP | W | D | L | GF | GA | GD | Pts | PPG |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 |
Barcelona
|
7 | 7 | 0 | 0 | 31 | 7 | 24 | 21 | 3 |
| 2 |
Atlético Madrid
|
7 | 5 | 1 | 1 | 16 | 7 | 9 | 16 | 2.29 |
| 3 |
Betis
|
7 | 5 | 1 | 1 | 9 | 7 | 2 | 16 | 2.29 |
| 4 |
Real Madrid
|
7 | 5 | 0 | 2 | 18 | 8 | 10 | 15 | 2.14 |
| 5 |
Sevilla
|
7 | 4 | 1 | 2 | 10 | 9 | 1 | 13 | 1.86 |
| 6 |
Deportivo Alavés
|
7 | 3 | 2 | 2 | 11 | 6 | 5 | 11 | 1.57 |
| 7 |
Deportivo La Coruña
|
7 | 2 | 4 | 1 | 10 | 8 | 2 | 10 | 1.43 |
| 8 |
Real Sociedad
|
7 | 3 | 1 | 3 | 9 | 13 | -4 | 10 | 1.43 |
| 9 |
Athletic Bilbao
|
6 | 2 | 2 | 2 | 7 | 6 | 1 | 8 | 1.33 |
| 10 |
Villarreal
|
7 | 2 | 2 | 3 | 13 | 12 | 1 | 8 | 1.14 |
| 11 |
Getafe
|
7 | 2 | 2 | 3 | 4 | 7 | -3 | 8 | 1.14 |
| 12 |
Rayo Vallecano
|
7 | 2 | 2 | 3 | 11 | 16 | -5 | 8 | 1.14 |
| 13 |
Osasuna
|
7 | 2 | 2 | 3 | 6 | 13 | -7 | 8 | 1.14 |
| 14 |
Celta de Vigo
|
7 | 1 | 4 | 2 | 8 | 6 | 2 | 7 | 1 |
| 15 |
Espanyol
|
7 | 2 | 1 | 4 | 10 | 10 | 0 | 7 | 1 |
| 16 |
Racing Santander
|
7 | 2 | 1 | 4 | 11 | 21 | -10 | 7 | 1 |
| 17 |
Levante UD
|
6 | 1 | 2 | 3 | 8 | 12 | -4 | 5 | 0.83 |
| 18 |
Elche CF
|
7 | 1 | 2 | 4 | 11 | 17 | -6 | 5 | 0.71 |
| 19 |
Valencia
|
7 | 1 | 1 | 5 | 4 | 13 | -9 | 4 | 0.57 |
| 20 |
Málaga CF
|
7 | 0 | 3 | 4 | 3 | 12 | -9 | 3 | 0.43 |
Odds
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