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Leganés Defeats Málaga in Hard-Fought Match at Butarque
Leganés, Spain – In a match corresponding to the tenth matchday of the Segunda División, Leganés defeated Málaga at their home stadium, the Municipal de Butarque. The game, played on October 19, 2025, had an intense pace and alternating ball possession.
Leganés opened the scoring early, in the 4th minute, with a goal by D. García, unleashing joy in the stands. Despite having less ball possession (41% compared to Málaga’s 59%), the home team knew how to take advantage of their opportunities. Málaga, although with greater control of the game, failed to convert their approaches to the rival area.
In the second half, Leganés extended their lead with a goal by A. Millán in the 72nd minute, after an assist from R. Pena. Málaga tried to react, but the Leganés defense remained firm. Despite Málaga’s 14 shots (5 on target), they could not overcome the local defensive solidity.
Leganés finished the match with 15 shots (8 on target) and 7 corners, while Málaga recorded 5 corners. Referee Rafael Sanchez Lopez showed a yellow card to N. García of Leganés in the 90th minute. The match concluded with a well-deserved victory for Leganés, who knew how to capitalize on their opportunities against a Málaga that dominated possession but lacked effectiveness.
Substitutions malaga: at minute 46 E. Galilea came in and E. Jauregi went out., at minute 46 Chupe came in and I. Merino went out., at minute 74 Juanpe came in and J. Lobete went out., at minute 74 R. Rodriguez came in and D. Brasanac went out., at minute 82 J. Munoz came in and H. Abaida went out.
Substitutions leganes: at minute 58 Duk came in and A. Millan went out., at minute 58 M. de la Fuente came in and N. Garcia went out., at minute 70 Marvel came in and J. Saenz went out., at minute 70 D. Garcia came in and O. Plano went out., at minute 88 J. Cruz came in and G. Melero went out.
The teams lined up as follows:
Leganes
Titulares:
Malaga
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