Atletico Madrid vs Málaga Prediction & Picks - LaLiga
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by Mikaella McIntosh | in LaLiga Picks
New-kids-on-the-block Malaga have been dealt a tough hand in their first fixture back in the Spanish top flight since 2017, traveling to the capital to take on Atletico Madrid at Metropolitano Stadium this Wednesday.
Los Boquerones’ number nine is arriving into the sparkling-new campaign in ideal form, scoring twice in their warm-up matches, while he was also a pivotal player in their push for promotion last season. Chupe is looking like a good bet to register a shot on target in their first game back at the top level.
On the whole, regardless of the results, Malaga have started their new season in the best offensive form possible, scoring in all five pre-season friendlies with four consisting of multiple goals, totalling 12.
And while this game is a big step-up, this attacking play is the best start they could’ve asked for to boost confidence and morale ahead of facing one of the Spanish giants. Besides, they should get a couple of chances on the break here, like Getafe did in their warm-up game at this venue, while Atleti conceded multiple chances when hosting the lesser teams last season.
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Atletico Madrid vs Málaga Form
Table
| Teams | Pts | P | W | D | L | GD |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
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6
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0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 |
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6
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0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 |
Atletico Madrid and Málaga Latest Matches
3/6 (50%)
0/6 (0%)
3/6 (50%)
Average stats (Last 6 matchs)
Aug 14, 2026 - Clubs Friendlies
Aug 9, 2026 - Clubs Friendlies
Aug 1, 2026 - Clubs Friendlies
Jul 29, 2026 - Clubs Friendlies
May 24, 2026 - LaLiga
May 17, 2026 - LaLiga
3/6 (50%)
2/6 (33%)
1/6 (17%)
Average stats (Last 6 matchs)
Jul 29, 2026 - Clubs Friendlies
May 17, 2026 - LaLiga
May 9, 2026 - LaLiga
Apr 29, 2026 - Champions League
Apr 25, 2026 - LaLiga
Apr 18, 2026 - Copa del Rey
2/6 (33%)
0/6 (0%)
4/6 (67%)
Average stats (Last 6 matchs)
Aug 14, 2026 - Clubs Friendlies
Aug 9, 2026 - Clubs Friendlies
Aug 1, 2026 - Clubs Friendlies
May 24, 2026 - LaLiga
May 12, 2026 - LaLiga
May 5, 2026 - Champions League
2/6 (33%)
3/6 (50%)
1/6 (17%)
Average stats (Last 6 matchs)
Aug 12, 2026 - Clubs Friendlies
Aug 7, 2026 - Clubs Friendlies
Aug 6, 2026 - Clubs Friendlies
Jul 30, 2026 - Clubs Friendlies
Jul 25, 2026 - Clubs Friendlies
Jun 20, 2026 - LaLiga 2
1/6 (17%)
5/6 (83%)
0/6 (0%)
Average stats (Last 6 matchs)
Aug 12, 2026 - Clubs Friendlies
Aug 6, 2026 - Clubs Friendlies
Jul 30, 2026 - Clubs Friendlies
Jul 25, 2026 - Clubs Friendlies
Jun 14, 2026 - LaLiga 2
Jun 10, 2026 - LaLiga 2
5/6 (83%)
0/6 (0%)
1/6 (17%)
Average stats (Last 6 matchs)
Aug 7, 2026 - Clubs Friendlies
Jun 20, 2026 - LaLiga 2
Jun 7, 2026 - LaLiga 2
May 31, 2026 - LaLiga 2
May 16, 2026 - LaLiga 2
May 2, 2026 - LaLiga 2
Atletico Madrid against Málaga : Head to Head (H2H)
100 %
0 %
0 %
Average stats (last H2H results)
Feb 10, 2018 - LaLiga
Sep 16, 2017 - LaLiga
Apr 1, 2017 - LaLiga
Oct 29, 2016 - LaLiga
Missing players
A. Sorloth
F. Calero
M. Diarra
D. Murillo
MidfielderJuanpe
C. Dotor
A. Ochoa
ForwardA. Nino
Atletico Madrid - Málaga Key Points
- Chupete averaged 3.47 shots per 90 minutes last season.
- Atletico Madrid have conceded in each of their last four games.
- Chupe was the second-highest goalscorer in LaLiga2 last season.
- Chupe found the net last time out.
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Our Atletico Madrid vs Málaga Prediction
The Spaniard scored last time out, against a good EPL team, which would’ve done wonders for his confidence, an element which is vital now they’re playing back in the first tier. If Chupe keeps his cool like he did consistently last season, and shows the same confidence, he has a very good chance of making an impact on the break.
After all, this is a player who averaged 1.73 shots on target per 90 minutes last season.
Our Atletico Madrid vs Malaga Pick: Chupete 1+ Shots on Target.
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