Málaga vs Real Sociedad Match Preview
After two months the spirit of both Malaga and Real Sociedad is full of doubts. Malaga has never secured a single point at the Rosaleda so far while Martin Lasarte's Real Sociedad has only returned home empty-handed so far.
Jesualdo Ferreira's Malaga have conceded more goals than any other in La Liga (19 goals in 8 matches, over 2 goals on average per game) but have also scored 13, showing a clear offense can be a powerful defense.
Malaga's coach misses once again Juan Carlos Rondon, Malaga's attack leader. "It's not just the points, we will also gain confidence and self-esteem, that's why it's important to win." said Malaga's coach.
Real Sociedad is getting closer and closer to the European fight and upon another victory they might claim the 7th position. Joseba Llorente granted La Real the last three points and will most likely lead the attack once again.
Erreala's defender should have Malaga's striker Quincy under close watch, for his speed can overwhelm Real Sociedad from the very beginning. Who will claim the three points?
Málaga vs Real Sociedad Match Report
Real Sociedad fed on Malaga's misery at the Sardinero with a victory by the minimum difference. Martin Lasarte's Errealas celebrated their first victory away while Malaga's disappointing performance jeopardizes Jesualdo Ferreira's continuity.
Real Sociedad exploited every mistake from Malaga's back line and upon the opening goal (Antoine Griezmann on the 43th minute) Martin Lasarte's Real Sociedad subordinated the hosts to their will and beat Malaga's goal for the 21st time in this competition.
The second half started with Real Sociedad growing at the Sardinero minute after minute. Joseba Llorente connected a brilliant cross from Xabi Prieto on the 55th minute, showing Real Sociedad is actually ready to fight for an European place.
Aged only 17, Juanmi was chosen by Jesualdo Ferreira to change the course of the current situation and the player from the youth team responded accordingly. He reduced the difference on the 77th minute and assisted Uruguayan Sebastian Fernandez in what could have been the equalizer.
Now Sheikh's Malaga falls below the relegation line while Real Sociedad climbs to the 9th position.
