Our tips
Locked two hours before kick offSafe tip67%
Espanyol +0.5Most likely to winPrice 1.481 unit
Bold tip31%
A DrawBigger price, loses more oftenPrice 3.25+1.2% value1 unit
Shujaa verdict
From results, prices, form and restOur prediction for Málaga vs Espanyol is Málaga to win, with a 36% chance, but it is a close call. The most likely score is 1-1. Our best bet is Espanyol +0.5 at 1.48.
Málaga recent form-4%Espanyol recent form-3%Málaga league table-1%Espanyol league table+1%
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Shujaa expert view
Our read for Kenya- 1
Málaga sits at the bottom of the table in rank 20 with only three points from seven matches and a goal difference of minus nine. Espanyol holds rank 15 with seven points from seven matches and a balanced goal difference of zero. Recent results show both teams struggling with downward form in their latest fixtures. Our model gives Málaga a 36 in 100 chance to win, a draw at 28 in 100, and Espanyol a 35 in 100 chance with expected goals level at 1.3 each.
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Our strongest tip is Espanyol plus 0.5 which has a 67 in 100 probability based on current data. Betting carries risk, so always stake what you can afford to lose.
Verdict. Our lean is that Espanyol plus 0.5 offers the safest value in a very tight match where both sides are struggling for form.
Good to know: This is our opinion from the numbers, not a promise. Betting has risk, 18+.
Team records
Last 20 games, all competitions
MálagaEspanyol
7Games played20
0Wins4
3Draws6
4Losses10
3Goals scored22
12Goals conceded28
0.4Scored per game1.1
1.7Conceded per game1.4
0W 2D 1LHome record2W 4D 4L
0W 1D 3LAway record2W 2D 6L
14%Clean sheets25%
43%Both teams scored65%
29%Over 2.5 goals55%
Good to know: Green marks the better number of the two.
League table
LaLigaGood to know: Table position is one of the strongest guides to a result. Full LaLiga table
Key players
Top of each side this seasonGood to know: Watch the key men: if a top scorer is missing, the tip above already allows for team news.
Goals and markets
Chance and fair priceBoth teams to score53%1.90
Málaga win and over 2.521%4.84
Espanyol win and over 2.520%4.99
Most likely scores
1-113.5%
1-09.3%
0-19.1%
0-08.6%
2-18.2%
Price check
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Where to bet on Málaga v Espanyol
Our top pick is Espanyol +0.5. Compare the price at a licensed Kenyan bookmaker before you stake.
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Match preview
Málaga vs Espanyol: Málaga shade it- 1
What our numbers sayThe model gives Málaga 36%, the draw 28% and Espanyol 35%. The bookmakers agree and make Málaga the favourite at 2.60.
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Recent formMálaga took 2 points from their last 5 games and Espanyol took 4 from 5. Espanyol come in with the better run.
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Home and awayMálaga won 0 of their last 3 games at home. Espanyol won 2 of their last 10 on the road.
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GoalsMálaga score 0.4 goals a game and let in 1.7. Espanyol score 1.1 and let in 1.4. Over 2.5 goals landed in 2 of Málaga games and 11 of Espanyol games in that run.
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The safest betEspanyol +0.5 has a 67% chance, the highest of the bets worth taking here.
Málaga form
Málaga have 0 wins, 3 draws and 4 losses in their last 7 games, with 3 goals scored and 12 conceded. At home they have 0 wins, 2 draws and 1 loss from 3. Their last 5 results read L, L, D, D, L, newest first.
Espanyol form
Espanyol have 4 wins, 6 draws and 10 losses in their last 20 games, with 22 goals scored and 28 conceded. Away from home they have 2 wins, 2 draws and 6 losses from 10. Their last 5 results read L, L, W, D, L, newest first.
Our call
We expect Málaga to score about 1.3 goals and Espanyol about 1.3. That points to Málaga to win, with 1-1 the most likely score. Our safest bet is Espanyol +0.5 at 1.48. Our bold bet is A Draw at 3.25.
Questions people in Kenya ask
Who will win Málaga vs Espanyol?
Our prediction for Málaga vs Espanyol is Málaga to win, with a 36% chance, but it is a close call. The most likely score is 1-1. Our best bet is Espanyol +0.5 at 1.48.
What is the score prediction for Málaga vs Espanyol?
1-1 is the most likely score, followed by 1-0 and 0-1. We expect Málaga to score 1.3 goals and Espanyol 1.3.
Will both teams score in Málaga vs Espanyol?
Both teams to score has a 53% chance. Both sides scored in 3 of Málaga last 7 games and 13 of Espanyol last 20.
How are Málaga playing?
Málaga have 0 wins, 3 draws and 4 losses in their last 7 games, with 3 goals scored and 12 conceded. At home they have 0 wins, 2 draws and 1 loss from 3. Their last 5 results read L, L, D, D, L, newest first.
How are Espanyol playing?
Espanyol have 4 wins, 6 draws and 10 losses in their last 20 games, with 22 goals scored and 28 conceded. Away from home they have 2 wins, 2 draws and 6 losses from 10. Their last 5 results read L, L, W, D, L, newest first.
What is the best bet for Málaga vs Espanyol?
Espanyol +0.5 at 1.48, with a 67% chance.
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