26 September 2021 at 14:00

21
Full Time
Referee: Iosu Galech

Betting Odds & Historical Data

Opening pre-match odds recorded for this fixture at the time it was played. These are historical figures for analytical reference only and do not reflect any current market.

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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: Sporting Gijon

Away Record: Malaga

W 152D 132L 129
Over 2.539
Goals scored475

Data: football-data.co.uk

Match Summary

Sporting Gijon defeated Malaga 2:1. The match was played in Segunda División 2021. Goals were scored by Juande Rivas 26′, U. Đurđević 59′, Gaspar Campos 80′. 10 yellow cards were shown, 1 red cards. Sporting Gijon had 73% possession while Malaga held 27%. Sporting Gijon had 27 shots (4 on target) compared to 3 (3 on target) for Malaga. Sporting Gijon made 4 substitutions, Malaga made 5.

Match Events

Key match events between Sporting Gijon and Malaga — 3 goals and 11 cards recorded during the match.

Sporting Gijon
Malaga
Kick Off
7′Alberto Escassi
22′Luis Muñoz
23′Brandon
26′
Juande Rivas

assist: Brandon Thomas

Aitor GarcíaVíctor Campuzano
33′
44′Jozabed Sánchez
Half Time
46′
Kevin VillodresGenaro Rodríguez
46′
JozabedLombán
José RodríguezGaspar Campos
56′
68′
Brandon ThomasS. Gassama
76′
PaulinoRamón Enríquez
Gaspar Campos

assist: U. Đurđević

80′
Pablo GarcíaV. Kravets
84′
Marc ValienteJuan Berrocal
84′
86′
M. PeybernesAntoñín Cortés
90′Sekou Gassama
Full Time

Match Statistics

Sporting Gijon had 73% possession against Malaga's 27%. Sporting Gijon registered 27 shots (4 on target) while Malaga managed 3 (3 on target). Corner kicks: 6–2. Fouls committed: 13–17.

4Shots on Goal3
13Shots off Goal0
27Total Shots3
10Blocked Shots0
14Shots insidebox1
13Shots outsidebox2
13Fouls17
6Corner Kicks2
2Offsides4
73%Ball Possession27%
4Yellow Cards6
0Red Cards1
2Goalkeeper Saves2
572Total passes209
502Passes accurate121
88%Passes %58%

Lineups

Sporting Gijon lined up in a 4-2-3-1 formation under David Gallego, while Malaga deployed a 4-2-3-1 under José Alberto López.

Squad Ratings

The overall squad rating for Sporting Gijon is 6.66, compared to — for Malaga. 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. Sporting Gijon's highest-rated starter is Pablo García (6.66), while Malaga's best-rated player is —.

Attacking Output

The starting XI of Sporting Gijon have contributed 1 goals and 0 assists this season, led by Pablo García (1G). Malaga's starters account for 0 goals and 0 assists, spearheaded by —. Goals reflect clinical finishing and chance creation, while assists highlight the ability to unlock defences through through-balls, crosses, and set pieces.

Defensive Solidity

Sporting Gijon deploy 4 defenders rated 6.66 on average, against Malaga's 4-man backline averaging —. 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

Sporting Gijon field 5 midfielders averaging —, versus Malaga's 5 rated —. 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

Sporting Gijon start 1 forward(s) averaging —, compared to 1 for Malaga 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 76% for Sporting Gijon and —% for Malaga. 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

Sporting Gijon's starters have collected 2 yellow cards this season, compared to 0 for Malaga. 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 Sporting Gijon's starting XI is 25.0 (youngest: Pablo García (25), oldest: Pablo García (25)), while Malaga average — (youngest: —, oldest: —). 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

Sporting Gijon's starters average 21 league appearances each, versus 0 for Malaga. 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.

Sporting Gijon4-2-3-14-2-3-1Malaga
GKDEFMIDFWD
13Mariño4Valiente6Babin19Milovan.26García21Villalba8Díaz18Rodrígu.16Gragera23Đurđević7García13Martín17Peybern.24Cufré8Muñoz2Gómez23Escassi19Jozabed5Rivas9Thomas7Paulino37Villodr.

Substitutes

Coach: David Gallego

Substitutes

Coach: José Alberto López

Sporting GijonPosition StrengthMalaga
6.66
Avg Rating
6.66Defender (4 v 4)
1G 0A0G 0A
Sporting Gijon4-2-3-1
13GoalkeeperDiego Mariño
4DefenderMarc Valiente
6DefenderJ. Babin
19DefenderB. Milovanov
26DefenderPablo García6.71G
21MidfielderFran Villalba
8MidfielderPedro Díaz
18MidfielderJosé Rodríguez
16MidfielderJosé Gragera
7MidfielderAitor García
23ForwardU. Đurđević
Malaga4-2-3-1
13GoalkeeperDani Martín
17DefenderM. Peybernes
24DefenderB. Cufré
2DefenderVíctor Gómez
5DefenderJuande Rivas
8MidfielderLuis Muñoz
23MidfielderAlberto Escassi
19MidfielderJozabed
7MidfielderPaulino
37MidfielderKevin Villodres
9ForwardBrandon Thomas

Recent Form

In their last 6 matches, Sporting Gijon have recorded 2 wins, 1 draws and 3 defeats. Malaga show 2 wins, 3 draws and 1 losses from their last 6 outings.

Sporting Gijon

WLWLDL

Malaga

LWDDDW

Sporting Gijon vs Malaga Head to Head Results

Sporting Gijon and Malaga have met 1 times — Sporting Gijon won 0, Malaga won 1, with 0 draws. Their rivalry dates back to 2026. Malaga leads the head-to-head with 1 victories from 1 meetings. A combined 4 goals have been scored across these fixtures, averaging 4.00 per match (1 for the home side, 3 for the visitors). Both teams scored in 1 matches (100%). Over 2.5 goals landed in 1 games (100%), making it a fixture that tends to produce goals. The highest-scoring encounter finished 1–3 in 2026.

0

Sporting Gijon

0

Drawn

1

Malaga

Goals: 1Goals: 3

Recent Meetings (1)

4 Jan 2026Sporting Gijon1 – 3Malaga
Statistics are for informational purposes only. Past performance does not guarantee future results.

API data: 17 Apr 2026