Málaga come into this match in very good shape, having won their last three games and drawn the two before that. They have not lost any of their last five matches, which shows they are playing with real confidence. Valencia, on the other hand, have had a more mixed run, with two wins, a draw and a loss in their last four games. They have been involved in some high-scoring matches lately, including a 3-4 win and a 3-1 defeat, which suggests their games can be open.

This match looks close on paper, but Málaga's strong recent form and solid defense, shown by several clean sheets, gives them an edge. The game is likely to be tight and could be decided by a single goal, with Málaga fancied to get the win at home.