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Real Madrid prepares to face Malaga in La Liga home match

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Last updated Aug 30, 2026

Real Madrid prepares to face Malaga in La Liga home match

Summary

Real Madrid hosts Malaga today in their second home game of the La Liga season. After a 4-1 victory over Real Sociedad, Madrid looks to continue their strong start, while Malaga seeks to recover from a loss to Atletico Madrid and a draw against Deportivo de A Coruna. Marc Cucurella is expected to make his first start for Madrid after joining the team, while concerns remain over defensive consistency after conceding in both games so far. Jose Mourinho emphasizes the need for improvement in defense ahead of the match.

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By the Numbers

•Real Madrid defeated Real Sociedad 4-1 in their season opener.
•Malaga drew 1-1 with Deportivo de A Coruna after losing to Atletico Madrid.
•Marc Cucurella is set to start for Real Madrid for the first time.
•Real Madrid's defense has struggled, conceding in both matches this season.
•Jose Mourinho urges defensive improvements ahead of the match.

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Real Madrid’s start to life at the Santiago Bernabeu for the new season could not have gone any better as they destroyed Real Sociedad by a 4-1 scoreline in their first game in front of home fans.La...
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