Málaga vs Espanyol Match Preview
Both Malaga and Espanyol returned to victory last week after facing two consecutive defeats, and they both need to take advantage of the momentum generated in their fights for the category and the European glory respectively.
Pericos' coach Mauricio Pochettino recovers Argentinean striker Pablo Osvaldo, but misses Javi Marquez and Jose Callejon, two key players for his scheme. Joan Verdu and Alvaro Sanchez might occupy their roles to bag the three points in Cornella-El-Prat.
Malaga's coach Manuel Pellegrini is confident his team can connect a second consecutive victory as he recovers defender Martin Demichelis and Jesus Gamez, while Brazilian striker Julio Baptista and goalkeeper Ruben are sidelined due to injuries.
Malaga can jump to the 17th position upon a victory and some assistance from its neighbors, while Espanyol must obtain the three points to defend the fifth position.