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Malaga most-used starting XI5 MATCHES

Malaga's most-used starting XI this season, across 5 official matches, was Herrero in goal, a back five of Rafita, Recio, Galilea, Merino and Puga, and Chupe and Muñoz further forward. A predicted lineup for their next fixture appears here once it is scheduled.

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Team news

  • No longer available: Dotor.
  • Most-used shape: 4-4-2 in 5 of the last 5 matches.

Compiled from the official lineups we hold for Malaga this season. Official lineups are released 20 to 60 minutes before kick-off.

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Most Common Malaga Starting XI

Based on 5 official matches this season

The 11 players with the most starts across all official lineups this season.

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Malaga

Who started Malaga's last match?
Malaga's starting XI on 13 Sept 2026 in the La Liga (4-4-2): Alfonso Herrero, Rafita, Ángel Recio, Einar Galilea, José Salinas, David Larrubia, Izan Merino, Pablo Martínez, Joaquín Muñoz, Dani Lorenzo, Chupe.
What was Malaga's last result?
Malaga drew with Celta Vigo 1–1 on 13 Sept 2026.
Who takes penalties for Malaga?
Chupe has taken the most penalties for Malaga this season, scoring 1 of 2.
Who has made the most starts for Malaga this season?
Einar Galilea leads with 5 starts for Malaga across all competitions this season.
What formation does Malaga use most often?
Malaga have used a 4-4-2 in 5 of their 5 matches this season.
Which Malaga goalkeeper has started the most this season?
Alfonso Herrero has made the most starts as goalkeeper for Malaga this season, starting 5 matches.
Which Malaga defender has started the most this season?
Einar Galilea has made the most starts as defender for Malaga this season, starting 5 matches.
Which Malaga midfielder has started the most this season?
Carlos Dotor has made the most starts as midfielder for Malaga this season, starting 4 matches.
Which Malaga forward has started the most this season?
Chupete has made the most starts as forward for Malaga this season, starting 5 matches.
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