Atletico Madrid Begin La Liga With Malaga Test

Spanish La Liga  -  Atletico Madrid VS Malaga
Match Time:20-08-2026 03:00 Thursday (GMT+8)
Football Livescore | Match Prediction & Tips

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Atletico Madrid open their 2026-27 La Liga campaign against newly promoted Malaga on Wednesday. Diego Simeone's side will look to improve on last season's fourth-place finish, while Malaga return to the top flight after winning the Segunda Division playoffs.

Team Analysis:

Atletico Madrid will aim to improve after a disappointing fourth-place finish last season, strengthening their squad with four summer signings. Newly promoted Malaga face a tough task against a side that has dominated their recent meetings, having last beaten Atletico in 2015.

Player Situation:

Atletico Madrid could be without Alexander Sorloth and Julian Alvarez, while new signings Alejandro Grimaldo and Lee Kang-in are set for their debuts. Malaga have several absentees through injury and suspension, with Chupe expected to spearhead their attack.

Result Prediction:

Malaga could make life difficult for Atletico Madrid in what is expected to be a low-scoring contest. However, Simeone's side should have enough quality to secure all three points.

Predicted Result: Atletico Madrid 1-0 Malaga.