A Jornada 6 clash at La Rosaleda as Málaga — who drew 1–1 at Osasuna in Jornada 5 — host Espanyol. Málaga have been a surprise package this season, with Jens Cajuste marshalling the midfield and Eneko Jauregui spearheading the attack. Espanyol have strength throughout with Bryan Zaragoza adding star quality after his summer arrival.
Málaga: injury concerns and predicted XI
Alfonso Herrero starts in goal. Juan Berrocal and Álex Pastor anchor the defence. Jens Cajuste and Carlos Dotor control midfield. David Larrubia and Julen Lobete provide wide support to Eneko Jauregui in attack.
Málaga Predicted Starting XI & Lineup · 4-2-3-1
Official lineups confirmed 1 hour before kick-off.
Espanyol: team news and outlook
Marko Dmitrovic is Espanyol's reliable goalkeeper. Gabriel Moscardo in midfield adds real quality at 20 years old. Bryan Zaragoza is Espanyol's outstanding attacking talent. Enrique García and Javier Puado lead the attack.
Key tactical battle
Cajuste vs Moscardo in midfield — a genuine quality clash. Zaragoza's pace against Málaga's defensive line is the key outlet for Espanyol.
Head-to-head record
Málaga and Espanyol last met in the lower leagues. Both sides are promotion-era teams rediscovering their top-flight footing.
Prediction
1–2. Espanyol's quality should edge a tight affair in Málaga.