Set to take place at Estadio La Rosaleda, Málaga, under La Liga 2, the game between Málaga and Deportivo La Coruña is scheduled for January 11, 2025. Given both sides are fighting for crucial points in the second-tier Spanish league, this meeting looks to be exciting. Arcediano D. will be refereeing the game and the action starts at 17:30 GTM+0. Given both teams’ divergent previous prediction, it will be intriguing to see how they handle this crucial game.
Málaga has lately been in great form, guaranteeing back-to-back victories; Deportivo will be trying to recover after a significant setback in their previous game. Both sides have a lot to show, hence for their goals this season this game might be essential. While Deportivo will want to overcome their bad away record and get a much-needed win, the host club, Málaga, will depend on the backing of their supporters to maintain their good run.
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Team News: Málaga
With four wins, two defeats, and four ties in their previous ten league games, Málaga has been doing really well recently. With an average of 1.1 goals per game, their offensive has been consistent; their defensive record is also steady, only allowing 0.8 goals per game to be surrendered. Key members of the club such as Dioni, Nelson Monte, and David Larrubia will be very important for their prospects of success. The team’s offensive has been erratic, however, and sometimes it fails to turn opportunities into goals.
With a possession percentage of just around 50%, the team’s general style of play usually is balanced. Málaga has managed to generate a respectable number of opportunities, but sometimes their shooting accuracy has been poor and they sometimes miss out on excellent chances. This has resulted in a couple annoying draws as they controlled possession but failed to break down the opponent.
Málaga Results
Below is an overview of the last 5 results for Málaga:
| Date | Competition | Matchup | Result | W/L |
| 05.01.25 | LL2 | Málaga vs G.A. Eagles | 1-1 | D |
| 21.12.24 | LL2 | Sporting Gijón vs Málaga | 1-3 | W |
| 18.12.24 | LL2 | Málaga vs Eldense | 3-0 | W |
| 15.12.24 | LL2 | Burgos CF vs Málaga | 0-0 | D |
| 08.12.24 | LL2 | Málaga vs Almería | 1-1 | D |
Team News: Deportivo La Coruña
With 4, lost, and 2 drawn of their previous 10 games, Deportivo La Coruña has battled consistency. Although their defence has showed weaknesses, surrendering 1.6 goals per match, they have been successful in offence scoring 2.0 goals each game. Leading the team’s offensive effort are Yeremay Hernandez, David Mella, and Lucas Pérez; they have been among its strongest suit. These players are absolutely vital to Deportivo’s prospects in every game as they have personally participated in a good fraction of the team’s goals and assists. Though they have great offensive ability, the defence has been a reason for worry because the club struggles to maintain clean sheets and often lets simple goals from counterattacks.
Deportivo lost a big 4-0 against Mirandés in their most recent game, which revealed some major problems with their defensive system and conversion of opportunities. Though Deportivo’s possession was under control 61% its lack of precision finishing and defensive mistakes were clear. For a club that had showed more promise early in the season, particularly in their offensive style when they averaged 2 goals per game, this loss was a letdown. Although the loss is a wake-up call, Deportivo will be trying to recover and show some form in this next game against Málaga.
Deportivo La Coruña Results
Below is an overview of the last 5 results for Deportivo La Coruña:
| Date | Competition | Matchup | Result | W/L |
| 22.12.24 | LL2 | Deportivo La Coruña vs Mirandés | 0-4 | L |
| 19.12.24 | LL2 | Deportivo La Coruña vs Castellon | 5-1 | W |
| 07.12.24 | LL2 | Deportivo La Coruña vs Zaragoza | 1-1 | D |
| 04.12.24 | CDR | Deportivo La Coruña vs Ourense CF | 1-0 | W |
| 30.11.24 | LL2 | Cádiz CF vs Deportivo La Coruña | 2-4 | W |
Málaga vs Deportivo La Coruña – Head-to-Head
The results of the last five head-to-head encounters between these two teams have been different; both sides have won twice and one game had drawn-out ending. Abanca-Riazor hosted the most recent meeting under a goalless stalemate.
| Date | Competition | Matchup | Result |
| 06.10.24 | LL2 | Deportivo La Coruña vs Málaga | 0-0 |
| 08.07.20 | LL2 | Málaga vs Deportivo La Coruña | 1-0 |
| 20.10.19 | LL2 | Deportivo La Coruña vs Málaga | 0-2 |
| 15.06.19 | LL2 | Málaga vs Deportivo La Coruña | 0-1 |
| 12.06.19 | LL2 | Deportivo La Coruña vs Málaga | 4-2 |
Málaga Predicted Lineup
Formation: 4-4-2
- Goalkeeper: Alfonso Herrero
- Defenders: Jokin Gabilondo, Álex Pastor, Nélson Monte, Dani Sánchez
- Midfielders: Kevin Villodres Medina, Manu Molina, Luismi, Antoñito Cordero
- Forwards: Julen Lobete, Roko Baturina
Deportivo Predicted Lineup
Formation: 4-4-2
- Goalkeeper: Helton Leite
- Defenders: Ximo Navarro, Pablo Vázquez, Pablo Martinez, Rafael Obrador
- Midfielders: David Mella, Mario Soriano, Omenuke Mfulu, Yeremay Hernández
- Forwards: Lucas Pérez, Ivan Barbero
Key Points to Consider
Before making your prediction for the Málaga vs Deportivo La Coruña match, consider the following key factors:
- Málaga’s recent record has been strong; Deportivo La Coruña’s away form has been erratic, with just one victory in their past five away games;
- Though no major players are missing, both sides are suffering with minor ailments;
- Though Málaga has lately been the more consistent squad, head-to-head record is somewhat even;
- Málaga’s defence has been robust, averaging fewer than one goal per game;
- Although Deportivo attacks forcefully, they suffer defensively;
- Málaga’s home advantage might be rather important for this game; the recent loss of Deportivo to Mirandés can affect their confidence into this game.
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Free Tips on Málaga vs Deportivo La Coruña
Before wagering on the Málaga vs Deportivo La Coruña match, take some thought on many elements influencing the result. Examining important numbers, team performance, and other factors could provide insightful analysis. These suggestions, grounded on statistics and patterns, should help you make a forecast with advantage.
- Home Advantage for Málaga: On their own ground at Estadio La Rosaleda, Málaga has excelled especially. Their home supporters have mostly seen their previous successes; the squad usually feels more secure playing at home. Remember this because Málaga wants to build on their perfect home run against a challenging Deportivo team.
- Deportivo’s Away Struggles: Deportivo La Coruña has had inconsistent performances on the road, with a mix of wins and losses. Their poor away form, coupled with their recent heavy defeat to Mirandés, makes them vulnerable in this encounter. If they fail to improve their defense and capitalize on their attacking opportunities, Málaga could exploit their weaknesses.
- Recent Form of Key Players: The form of individual players such as Dioni (Málaga) and Yeremay Hernández (Deportivo) will be pivotal in this match. Dioni has been consistent in scoring goals, while Yeremay Hernandez has been crucial in Deportivo’s attacking plays. Their performances could determine the outcome of the match, and it’s important to assess their current form leading up to the game.
- Potential for a Low-Scoring Game: Given the previous performances and defensive records of both clubs, this game could have low score. Málaga has had a strong defensive record; Deportivo has trouble finding the goal in road games. Less goals might result from this, hence under 2.5 goal betting could be a good choice.
- Fatigue Due to Recent Schedule: Both teams have had a fairly congested fixture list recently. With games piling up, there is always the risk of fatigue affecting player performances. This could result in more mistakes, slower pace, and an overall unpredictable match. Pay attention to the physical condition of the teams leading up to the match.
Keeping these ideas in mind will help you decide on your bet on the Málaga vs Deportivo La Coruña more sensibly. Before you put your bets, think on home advantage, player form, and defensive strengths.
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Match Prediction: Málaga vs Deportivo La Coruña
Examining the current record, head-to-head statistics, and key components, we estimate Málaga to have the edge in this game. Málaga is the preferred team for this game even if Deportivo boasts outstanding attacking capability because of their strong defence and home advantage. The Málaga vs. Deportivo La Coruña odds hint to a tight encounter, but we expect the home club to win by a little margin.
Our Prediction:
Málaga 1-1 Deportivo La Coruña
| Prediction Type | Prediction | Odds |
| Match Result | Draw | 3.15 |
| Total Goals | Under 2.5 Goals | 1.72 |
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