Match Preview: SD Huesca vs Malaga CF
Current Form and Standings
SD Huesca, currently 7th in the Liga Adelante, has been showing a promising form with a recent draw against UD Almeria and a win over CD Mirandes. Despite a narrow 0-1 loss to Real Betis in the Copa del Rey, their league performance remains steady. With 10 wins, 7 draws, and 6 losses, they have a positive goal difference of 10, scoring 30 and conceding 20. Their home form is particularly strong, with a record of 9 wins, 5 draws, and only 2 losses.
Malaga CF, on the other hand, sits in 11th place in LaLiga 2. Their season has been marked by inconsistency, with 8 wins, 14 draws, and 5 losses. They have struggled to find the net consistently, averaging just over a goal per game. Their recent 1-1 draw against RC Deportivo highlights their tendency to share points. Off the pitch, Malaga has been embroiled in controversy regarding player registrations, which could be a distraction.
Head-to-Head Analysis
Historically, SD Huesca has had the upper hand in this matchup, winning 4 of the last 7 encounters, with Malaga winning just once. Huesca has not lost to Malaga at home in their last 3 meetings. The goal difference in these encounters is 8-2 in favor of Huesca, indicating their defensive solidity against Malaga.
Key Players and Tactical Insights
For SD Huesca, Serge Njoh is a key figure, having scored 11 goals this season. His ability to find the net, especially in the latter stages of the game, is crucial. Huesca scores 34% of their goals between the 76th and 90th minute, a period where Malaga also tends to score. However, Malaga's away form is concerning, with only 2 wins in 17 matches, and they have failed to score in 7 of those games.
Prediction and Conclusion
Given the current form, historical dominance, and home advantage, SD Huesca is likely to secure a win. Their defensive record against Malaga and Malaga's struggles on the road suggest that Huesca will keep a clean sheet. Therefore, the prediction is a home win with both teams not scoring.
LaLiga 2
SD Huescavs
Malaga CF
LaLiga 2
Racing Santander
UD Las Palmas
UD Almeria
CD Castellon
RC Deportivo La Coruna
AD Ceuta
Cadiz CF
Sporting Gijon
Malaga CF
Burgos CF
Cordoba CF
Real Valladolid
SD Eibar
CD Leganes
Albacete Balompie
Granada CF
Real Zaragoza
CD Mirandes
LaLiga
Premier League
Serie A
Bundesliga
Liga Profesional
Brasileiro Serie A