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SAT 16.04.2016
Team News:
- Malaga CF: Carlos Kameni and Juan Carlos (both injured); Roberto Rosales (suspended).
- Athletic Club: Eneko Boveda, Aritz Aduriz, Aymeric Laporte and Sabin Merino (all injured).
Match Facts: Malaga (8th, 41 pts):
- The Andalusians are very much outside contenders for a European spot as they lie seven points off seventh place, but this meeting with direct rivals Athletic could yet prove a game-changer in terms of their respective prospects in the run-in.
- With Raul Albentosa's booking from last matchday rescinded, Javi Gracia will be able to call upon the centre-back as part of a defence that is the fourth meanest in the Liga BBVA. The coach also welcomes back forward Charles, who served a one-match ban against Granada CF.
Athletic (6th, 51 pts):
- Ernesto Valverde's troops will be looking to bounce back from their midweek Europa League elimination at the hands of Sevilla FC by getting a win that would boost their chances of returning to the competition next season.
- The historical head-to-head between the two clubs is extremely evenly matched. In 29 league meetings, Malaga have won 10, Athletic have prevailed in nine and the remaining 10have ended in stalemates.
Don't leave Malaga without... checking out the Garage Market, where you can enjoy a diverse cultural and artistic experience. Marrying art and crafts with an exhibition area and micro-theatre, all in the heart of Malaga's Soho neighbourhood, this hotspot is an ideal place for culture vultures to spend Sundays with family and friends.
Getting to La Rosaleda
Address: Paseo Martiricos, 29011 Malaga Bus: Stops 1505 and 1570 on Line 15
Stadium location here
Time: 12:00 CET
Stadium: La Rosaleda
Referee: Sanchez Martinez, Jose Maria
TV: Watch the game in your country
Hashtag: #MCFvATH
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