2 November 2020 at 20:00
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Home Record / Away Record
Aggregated season statistics from all available historical data. Use these to assess each team's overall form, scoring frequency, and tendency for high-scoring matches.
Home Record: Malaga
Away Record: Espanyol
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Data: football-data.co.uk
Match Summary
Espanyol defeated Malaga 3:0. The match was played in Segunda División 2020. Goals were scored by Adri Embarba 7′, Raúl de Tomás 51′, Adri Embarba 56′. 4 yellow cards were shown. Malaga had 46% possession while Espanyol held 54%. Malaga had 10 shots (1 on target) compared to 7 (5 on target) for Espanyol. Malaga made 5 substitutions, Espanyol made 5.
Match Events
Key match events between Malaga and Espanyol — 3 goals and 4 cards recorded during the match.
assist: Javi Puado
assist: Adri Embarba
assist: Raúl de Tomás
Match Statistics
Malaga had 46% possession against Espanyol's 54%. Malaga registered 10 shots (1 on target) while Espanyol managed 7 (5 on target). Corner kicks: 3–1. Fouls committed: 7–9.
Lineups
Malaga lined up in a 3-4-2-1 formation under Sergio Pellicer, while Espanyol deployed a 4-2-3-1 under Vicente Moreno.
Squad Ratings
The overall squad rating for Malaga is 6.80, compared to 6.73 for Espanyol. This metric is derived from each player's average match rating across all league appearances this season — anything above 7.00 is considered strong, while below 6.50 signals inconsistency. Malaga's highest-rated starter is Ramón Enríquez (6.80), while Espanyol's best-rated player is Fernando Calero (6.88).
Attacking Output
The starting XI of Malaga have contributed 0 goals and 0 assists this season, led by —. Espanyol's starters account for 5 goals and 0 assists, spearheaded by L. Cabrera (3G). Goals reflect clinical finishing and chance creation, while assists highlight the ability to unlock defences through through-balls, crosses, and set pieces.
Defensive Solidity
Malaga deploy 3 defenders rated — on average, against Espanyol's 4-man backline averaging 6.83. Higher defensive ratings suggest better positional awareness, fewer individual errors, and a greater likelihood of keeping clean sheets. The rating accounts for tackles won, interceptions, aerial duels, and blocks throughout the season.
Midfield Control
Malaga field 4 midfielders averaging 6.80, versus Espanyol's 5 rated 6.53. Midfield ratings reflect passing accuracy, interceptions, key passes, and overall control of possession — the team that dominates midfield typically dictates the tempo and territory of the match.
Forward Threat
Malaga start 3 forward(s) averaging —, compared to 1 for Espanyol averaging —. Forward ratings capture shot accuracy, movement off the ball, dribbling success, and involvement in build-up play — they indicate who carries the greater goal threat on the day.
Passing & Build-Up
Passing accuracy averages 93% for Malaga and 84% for Espanyol. Higher passing accuracy generally indicates a possession-based style with patient build-up through the thirds, while lower figures may suggest a more direct, counter-attacking approach with long balls and quick transitions.
Discipline
Malaga's starters have collected 0 yellow cards this season, compared to 9 for Espanyol. Yellow cards reflect how aggressively a team presses and tackles — a high count may indicate a physical, high-pressing style but also risks suspensions and late free-kicks in dangerous areas.
Age & Experience
The average age of Malaga's starting XI is 24.0 (youngest: Ramón Enríquez (24), oldest: Ramón Enríquez (24)), while Espanyol average 30.3 (youngest: Javi Puado (27), oldest: L. Cabrera (34)). Younger squads typically offer pace, energy, and pressing intensity, while experienced lineups bring composure, game management, and the ability to handle high-pressure moments.
Squad Depth
Malaga's starters average 3 league appearances each, versus 21 for Espanyol. High appearance counts indicate an established, well-drilled unit that the manager trusts week in and week out. Lower figures may suggest rotation, injuries, or emerging players still earning their place in the team.
Substitutes
Coach: Sergio Pellicer
Substitutes
Coach: Vicente Moreno
Recent Form
In their last 6 matches, Malaga have recorded 2 wins, 3 draws and 1 defeats. Espanyol show 0 wins, 2 draws and 4 losses from their last 6 outings.
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Malaga vs Espanyol Head to Head Results
Malaga and Espanyol have met 18 times — Malaga won 3, Espanyol won 10, with 5 draws. Their rivalry dates back to 2010. Espanyol leads the head-to-head with 10 victories from 18 meetings. A combined 41 goals have been scored across these fixtures, averaging 2.28 per match (13 for the home side, 28 for the visitors). Both teams scored in 7 matches (39%). Over 2.5 goals landed in 8 games (44%), making it a fixture that tends to produce goals. Espanyol are currently unbeaten in the last 14 meetings. The highest-scoring encounter finished 4–1 in 2018.
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