Malaga vs Eldense Prediction 18.12.2024 | LaLiga 2

• Competition: LaLiga 2
• Date: 18.12.2024
• Kickoff: 20:15 UK / 21:15 CET
• Venue: Estadio La Rosaleda (Málaga)

A clash between two teams positioned in the lower half of the Segunda table.

A club that just over a decade ago reached the Champions League quarterfinals has now spent seven years unsuccessfully trying to return to the elite tier of Spanish football.

After 19 matches, Málaga sits in 14th place with 24 points. They are winless in their last six games, and last week they shared the points for the second match in a row, this time in a goalless draw away to Burgos. This match is of great importance for Málaga, and a win here could provide a much-needed confidence boost for their upcoming fixtures.

On the other side is Eldense, facing an even tougher situation. The team that earned promotion to the Segunda two seasons ago is now grappling with a poor run of form. Currently, Eldense sits in the relegation zone, 19th on the table with 20 points. They’ve picked up just two points from their last four matches, including a goalless draw last week against Elche. The primary goal for Eldense this season is survival, and they need to secure points in matches like these to achieve it.

Malaga vs Eldense Prediction - Under 2.5 goals

The high stakes for both clubs in this matchup are likely to lead to a cagey, low-scoring affair, with both sides prioritizing defensive solidity over attacking ambition.

Both teams not only sit near the bottom of the Segunda standings but also rank among the league’s lowest scorers. Eldense averages just one goal per game, while Málaga has managed only 15 goals in 19 matches - leaving them ahead of just three teams in this category.

This game promises to be a hard-fought battle, featuring strong rhytm, physical challenges, and frequent stoppages. A bet on under 2.5 goals appears to be the most reasonable option.