The hosts began their campaign with a hard-fought 2-1 victory over Espanyol, secured by a decisive late goal from substitute Carlos Espi. They followed that performance with a dominant 4-1 win against Real Sociedad in midweek, a match highlighted by a clinical hat-trick from
Malaga Face Tough Test on the Road
For the visitors, the trip to the capital represents a significant challenge as they navigate their return to the top flight after a nine-season absence. Malaga’s start to the season has been difficult, beginning with a defeat against Atletico Madrid. They managed to secure their first point of the campaign in midweek, playing out a 1-1 draw at home against fellow promoted side Deportivo La Coruna.
The match is scheduled to take place on Sunday, August 30, with kick-off set for 8:30 PM IST. While the fixture will not be broadcast on television in India, fans can follow the action through digital platforms. Live streaming for the encounter will be available exclusively via the FanCode app and website, according to the official broadcast information.
