Malaga vs Villarreal Match Summary & Live ScoreMatch Summary & Live Score
1st Half1 - 2
12
C. Dotor
scored for Malaga
34
J. Salinas
was cautioned
40
A. Moleiro
scored for Villarreal
42
I. Akhomach
was cautioned
45+2
P. Gueye
scored for Villarreal
2nd Half1 - 3
68
D. Larrubia
was cautioned
70
E. Galilea
was cautioned
79
R. Enriquez
was cautioned
82
VAR - Goal Disallowed
goal was overturned by VAR
85
A. Herrero
was cautioned
86
(Penalty) P. Gueye
scored from the spot for Villarreal
On 17 September 2026, Malaga face Villarreal at La Rosaleda with kickoff scheduled for . This Spain La Liga encounter presents another opportunity for both teams to compete and aim for a positive result.
Malaga generally use a balanced tactical approach.
Villarreal prefer a system that balances attack and defence.
Recent Form
Malaga
LDDLD
Villarreal
WLLLD
Malaga are currently going through a difficult run of form. If this trend continues, their position may come under threat.
In contrast, Villarreal have struggled to find rhythm, producing a patchy run of results. They'll be hoping to stabilize their form in the next fixture.
Recent Form Home/Away
Malaga (Home)
LDD
Villarreal (Away)
WLDD
Malaga's results have been consistent regardless of playing at home or away.
There is little difference in Villarreal's performance across venues.
Defensive Record (Clean Sheet)
Malaga
--+--
Villarreal
-----
Malaga are finding it difficult to shut out their opponents. Defensive frailties could be costly.
Meanwhile, Villarreal have clear defensive issues, conceding goals regularly. They will need to tighten things up at the back.
Defensive Record (Clean Sheet) Home/Away
Malaga (Home)
-+-
Villarreal (Away)
----
There is little difference in Malaga's clean sheet rate regardless of venue.
Villarreal's defensive record is consistent both home and away.
Goal Trends (Over 2.5)
Malaga
+--+-
Villarreal
+++-+
Malaga show no clear trend in the goal count of their recent fixtures. Game tempo has varied from match to match.
In contrast, Villarreal have been involved in matches with plenty of goals recently. Fans have been treated to plenty of action.
Goal Trends (Over 2.5) Home/Away
Malaga (Home)
+--
Villarreal (Away)
+-++
There is little change in goal frequency across venues for Malaga.
Villarreal's matches show a similar goal pattern both home and away.
Scoring Consistency
Malaga
++--+
Villarreal
+++-+
Malaga usually manage to get on the scoresheet. They usually create enough chances to trouble most defences.
Meanwhile, Villarreal have consistently managed to find the net in recent matches. Opponents are under constant pressure when facing their attack.
Scoring Consistency Home/Away
Malaga (Home)
+-+
Villarreal (Away)
+-++
There is little difference in Malaga's scoring output across venues.
Villarreal's ability to score has been consistent home and away.
Match Information
Referee: Miguel Ortiz
Venue: La Rosaleda
Malaga vs Villarreal Live Match StatsLive Match Stats
0.69
xG
3.1
37
Ball Posession (%)
63
0
Big Chances
7
5
Shots
16
1
Shots on Goal
7
0
Shots Blocked
4
4
Shots inside Box
12
1
Shots outside Box
4
0
Hit Woodwork
1
17
Fouls
10
4
Corner Kicks
8
21
Throw Ins
12
3
Saves
0
10
Free Kicks
17
1
Offsides
3
341
Passes Total
606
279
Passes Completed
535
48
Passes in the final 3rd Total
192
30
Passes in the final 3rd Completed
154
8
Touches in the Opposition Box
40
27
Tackles Total
12
21
Tackles Completed
7
26
Clearances
13
12
Crosses Total
18
1
Crosses Completed
6
7
Interceptions
7
Malaga vs Villarreal Starting Lineups & FormationsStarting Lineups & Formations