Villarreal are heading into this match in poor form. They have lost four of their last five games, and conceded five goals in two of those defeats. Looking at recent results, their matches have often featured several goals, with most games ending with three or more total goals. Málaga, on the other hand, are in much better shape. They are unbeaten in their last five matches, winning three and drawing two, and have not conceded a goal in their last two away games.

There is no recent history between these two teams to look at, but based on current form the match looks quite one-sided. Villarreal are struggling badly while Málaga are solid and confident. Given how many goals Villarreal have been conceding lately and how well Málaga are defending, this seems like a game Málaga will win.