La Liga Gameweek 3
Real Madrid 4 - 0 FT Malaga
Popular today
Most read in the last 24 hours
Match Statistics
Possession
Shots
Shots on Target
Expected Goals (xG)
Passes
Pass Accuracy
Corners
Fouls
Yellow Cards
Red Cards
Match Events
19' J. Bellingham
26' A. Herrero
30' K. Mbappe (T. Alexander-Arnold)
HT
↓ R. Rodriguez ↑P. Martinez 46'
↓ C. Puga ↑J. Salinas 61'
↓ J. Munoz ↑J. Cruz 61'
65' ↓ B. Diaz ↑Y. Diomande
Chupe 66'
↓ E. Galilea ↑H. Abaida 74'
77' ↓ F. Valverde ↑B. Silva
↓ I. Merino ↑R. Enriquez 87'
87' ↓ J. Bellingham ↑A. Guler
90'+1 A. Guler (Vinicius Junior)
R. Enriquez 90'+3
FT
Player Cards
Our take on every player in this match
Real Madrid
Goalkeepers
Thibaut Courtois 
LATE SHIFT
15
Late Mins
15
Late Mins
92
Total Mins
Started
Entry
Defenders
Trent Alexander-Arnold 
ARCHITECT
3
Key Passes
3
Key Passes
1
Assists
87%
Pass Acc
Antonio Rüdiger 
MAGNET
85
Activity
85
Activity
82
Passes
3
Duels
Dean Huijsen 
WALL
0
Dribbled Past
0
Dribbled Past
3
Tackles
67%
Duel Win %
Marc Cucurella
WALL
0
Dribbled Past
0
Dribbled Past
4
Tackles
83%
Duel Win %
Midfielders
Federico Valverde
LATE SHIFT
13
Late Mins
13
Late Mins
77
Total Mins
77
Entry
Eduardo Camavinga
MAGNET
79
Activity
79
Activity
71
Passes
8
Duels
Brahim Díaz
LATE SHIFT
15
Late Mins
15
Late Mins
65
Total Mins
65
Entry
Jude Bellingham 
PROVOCATEUR
3
Fouls Won
3
Fouls Won
6
Duels Won
0
Pens Won
Vinícius Júnior
ARCHITECT
4
Key Passes
4
Key Passes
1
Assists
25%
Pass Acc
Forwards
Kylian Mbappé 
DRIBBLER
5
Dribbles
5
Dribbles
6
Attempts
83%
Success %
BENCH
Andriy Lunin 
SPECTATOR
0
Saves
0
Saves
0
Conceded
0
Minutes
Javi Navarro
SPECTATOR
0
Saves
0
Saves
0
Conceded
0
Minutes
Ibrahima Konaté
LATE SHIFT
15
Late Mins
15
Late Mins
0
Total Mins
Started
Entry
Álvaro Fernández
LATE SHIFT
15
Late Mins
15
Late Mins
0
Total Mins
Started
Entry
Mario Rivas
LATE SHIFT
15
Late Mins
15
Late Mins
0
Total Mins
Started
Entry
Denzel Dumfries
LATE SHIFT
15
Late Mins
15
Late Mins
0
Total Mins
Started
Entry
Bernardo Silva
LATE SHIFT
15
Late Mins
15
Late Mins
15
Total Mins
Started
Entry
Arda Güler 
CLUTCH HERO
90
Goal Time
90
Goal Time
Goal
Impact
7.3
Rating
Jorge Cestero
LATE SHIFT
15
Late Mins
15
Late Mins
0
Total Mins
Started
Entry
Alexis Ciria
LATE SHIFT
15
Late Mins
15
Late Mins
0
Total Mins
Started
Entry
Yan Diomande
LATE SHIFT
15
Late Mins
15
Late Mins
27
Total Mins
Started
Entry
Carlos Espí
LATE SHIFT
15
Late Mins
15
Late Mins
0
Total Mins
Started
Entry
Malaga
Goalkeepers
Alfonso Herrero 
FRIENDLY FIRE
Own Goal
Mistake
Own Goal
Mistake
0
Fouls
6.7
Rating
Defenders
Puga
LATE SHIFT
15
Late Mins
15
Late Mins
60
Total Mins
61
Entry
Ángel Recio 
SWEEPER
3
Cleanups
3
Cleanups
1
Interceptions
2
Blocks
Einar Galilea
LATE SHIFT
15
Late Mins
15
Late Mins
74
Total Mins
74
Entry
Rafita
SWEEPER
4
Cleanups
4
Cleanups
2
Interceptions
2
Blocks
Midfielders
David Larrubia
ARCHITECT
4
Key Passes
4
Key Passes
0
Assists
25%
Pass Acc
Rafa Rodríguez 
STORMTROOPER
3
Shots
3
Shots
0
Goals
0
On Target
Izan Merino 
NPC
87
Minutes
87
Minutes
46%
Pass Acc
6.5
Rating
Joaquín Muñoz
LATE SHIFT
15
Late Mins
15
Late Mins
61
Total Mins
61
Entry
Forwards
Chupe
LATE SHIFT
15
Late Mins
15
Late Mins
92
Total Mins
Started
Entry
Carlos Dotor
MAGNET
61
Activity
61
Activity
56
Passes
5
Duels
BENCH
Carlos López
SPECTATOR
0
Saves
0
Saves
0
Conceded
0
Minutes
José Salinas
LATE SHIFT
15
Late Mins
15
Late Mins
32
Total Mins
Started
Entry
Álex Pastor
LATE SHIFT
15
Late Mins
15
Late Mins
0
Total Mins
Started
Entry
Pablo Martínez
LATE SHIFT
15
Late Mins
15
Late Mins
47
Total Mins
Started
Entry
Juan Cruz
LATE SHIFT
15
Late Mins
15
Late Mins
31
Total Mins
Started
Entry
Joseph Otunenche
LATE SHIFT
15
Late Mins
15
Late Mins
0
Total Mins
Started
Entry
Ramón Enríquez
LATE SHIFT
15
Late Mins
15
Late Mins
5
Total Mins
Started
Entry
Juan Fernandéz
LATE SHIFT
15
Late Mins
15
Late Mins
0
Total Mins
Started
Entry
Julen Lobete
LATE SHIFT
15
Late Mins
15
Late Mins
0
Total Mins
Started
Entry
Haitam Abaida
LATE SHIFT
15
Late Mins
15
Late Mins
18
Total Mins
Started
Entry
Eneko Jauregi
LATE SHIFT
15
Late Mins
15
Late Mins
0
Total Mins
Started
Entry
Head to Head
| Date | Home | Score | Away | Competition | Venue |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 04/15/2018 | Malaga | 1 - 2 | Real Madrid | La Liga | La Rosaleda |
| 11/25/2017 | Real Madrid | 3 - 2 | Malaga | La Liga | Santiago Bernabéu |
| 05/21/2017 | Malaga | 0 - 2 | Real Madrid | La Liga | La Rosaleda |
| 01/21/2017 | Real Madrid | 2 - 1 | Malaga | La Liga | Santiago Bernabéu |
| 02/21/2016 | Malaga | 1 - 1 | Real Madrid | La Liga | La Rosaleda |
| 09/26/2015 | Real Madrid | 0 - 0 | Malaga | La Liga | Santiago Bernabéu |
| 04/18/2015 | Real Madrid | 3 - 1 | Malaga | La Liga | Santiago Bernabéu |
| 11/29/2014 | Malaga | 1 - 2 | Real Madrid | La Liga | Estadio La Rosaleda (Málaga) |
| 03/15/2014 | Malaga | 0 - 1 | Real Madrid | La Liga | Estadio La Rosaleda (Málaga) |
| 10/19/2013 | Real Madrid | 2 - 0 | Malaga | La Liga | Estadio Santiago Bernabéu (Madrid) |
04/15/2018
11/25/2017
05/21/2017
01/21/2017
02/21/2016
09/26/2015
04/18/2015
11/29/2014
03/15/2014
10/19/2013
Real Madrid Win
Malaga Win
Draw
League Standings
P: 3 GD: +8
P: 3 GD: +4
P: 3 GD: +4
P: 3 GD: +2
P: 2 GD: +7
P: 3 GD: +1
P: 3 GD: -1
P: 3 GD: +2
P: 3 GD: 0
P: 3 GD: 0
P: 3 GD: +1
P: 3 GD: -2
P: 3 GD: -3
P: 3 GD: -3
P: 3 GD: -1
P: 2 GD: -1
P: 3 GD: -3
P: 3 GD: -3
P: 3 GD: -6
League Standings
P: 7 GD: +24
P: 7 GD: +9
P: 7 GD: +2
P: 7 GD: +10
P: 7 GD: +1
P: 7 GD: +5
P: 7 GD: +2
P: 7 GD: -4
P: 7 GD: +1
P: 6 GD: +1
P: 7 GD: -3
P: 7 GD: -5
P: 7 GD: -7
P: 7 GD: +2
P: 7 GD: 0
P: 7 GD: -10
P: 6 GD: -4
P: 7 GD: -6
P: 7 GD: -9
Match previews and recaps to help you decide which games are worth watching
Real Madrid
Malaga
Real Madrid
Malaga
Win Probability
Futmetrix AI estimate
A Bernabéu Masterclass Leaves Malaga Reeling
Average Entertainment Futmetrix Score: 44/100. Our take: An offensive clinic transformed a potential mismatch into a brutal reality check for the struggling visitors.
The Initial Onslaught
The Intensity was off the charts from the opening whistle. Real Madrid stepped onto the Bernabéu pitch with ruthless intent, immediately trapping Malaga in their own half. The hosts controlled possession seamlessly, engineering wave after relentless wave of attacks. The breakthrough felt inevitable and arrived in the 19th minute when J. Bellingham clinically finished a sweeping move. This sustained pressure forced the Andalusians into a state of absolute panic, leading to a catastrophic own goal from their goalkeeper A. Herrero just seven minutes later. A barrage of 30 combined match shots turned the visitors' penalty area into a shooting gallery, leaving them entirely overwhelmed before the half-hour mark.
Tactical Execution
Any faint hope of an unlikely comeback was extinguished right on 30 minutes. The tactical Balance of the match was completely shattered by a moment of pure, unadulterated quality. T. Alexander-Arnold drifted into pockets of space, threading a magnificent pass that split the opposition's defensive line wide open. K. Mbappe pounced instantly, drilling the ball into the net to make it 3-0. The home side utilized immense corner pressure, forcing 8 of the match's 13 set pieces, keeping their opponents firmly pinned back. The sheer technical superiority on display suffocated any counter-attacking rhythm the away side attempted to muster.
Final Flourish
As the second half unfolded, the tempo naturally dropped, but the high Stakes of a relegation battle forced the away side to chase shadows. They valiantly attempted to stem the bleeding, but the gulf in class was simply too immense to bridge. Just as the clock ticked into stoppage time, the hosts delivered one final, punishing blow. Vinicius Junior carved out an opening and teed up A. Guler. The substitute made no mistake, securing the 4-0 demolition in the 90th minute. This comprehensive result cements the hosts firmly at the summit, while rapidly deepening the survival crisis for the league's bottom dwellers.
Key Questions
What made Kylian Mbappé the Man of the Match?
His lethal finish in the 30th minute and a breathtaking 8.9 match rating highlighted a performance that proved completely unplayable for the opposing defence.
What does this mean for Real Madrid's season?
It showcases their terrifying attacking depth and maintains a flawless domestic start, reinforcing their status as heavy favourites in the title race.
How did substitute Kylian Mbappé change the game?
Mbappé actually started the match, devastating the defence early on. It was substitute Arda Güler who added the final flourish with his 90th-minute strike.
What is the Futmetrix Score?
The Futmetrix Score is our 0-100 verdict on how entertaining a match is. We look at intensity, balance, stakes, and star quality to tell you if it's worth your time.
Real Madrid Prepare to Deepen Malaga's Early Misery
Skip It Futmetrix Score: 36/100. An overwhelming mismatch heavily favours Real Madrid against a Malaga side already staring down a long, gruelling relegation fight.
The Setup
The Real Madrid machine is already rolling smoothly. Sitting fifth with three points, the hosts look virtually untouchable on home soil. Meanwhile, Malaga find themselves in immediate trouble. Dropping to 19th after a pointless opener, the visitors are already flashing the warning signs of a severe relegation battle. Our Balance rating highlights a massive gulf in class, reflecting the staggering 80% win probability for the home side. A modest Stakes metric makes sense in August, but the glaring difference in Form dictates the entire narrative here. Despite a relatively subdued Stars rating for an early-season fixture, the sheer attacking talent on display makes this a daunting trip for the Andalusians.
Key Battle
The spotlight falls on Jude Bellingham as he looks to orchestrate the assault. He will directly test Alfonso Herrero between the sticks. The away goalkeeper will be under siege from the very first whistle, and how long he can single-handedly hold out will define the afternoon.
Our Prediction
Expect complete dominance from the hosts. A 3-0 home victory feels inevitable. Malaga will attempt to pack the defensive third, but relentless pressure will eventually crack their fragile resistance.