Football in Málaga: Málaga CF Fixtures, Tickets and Where to Watch
Málaga CF are back in Spain’s top flight for the 2026/27 season. This practical guide helps visitors find the next match, buy official tickets, understand La Rosaleda, meet the current squad and find a reliable place to watch football in Málaga.
Málaga CF at a glance
| Competition | LALIGA EA SPORTS |
|---|---|
| Current position | 20th after 8 matches |
| Next match | Málaga CF v Real Sociedad — Sun 18 Oct 2026, 18:30 |
| Home stadium | Estadio La Rosaleda |
| Official tickets | Málaga CF ticket portal |
Next Málaga CF match
Latest Málaga CF results
| Date | Fixture | Score |
|---|---|---|
| Fri 9 Oct 2026 | Málaga CF v RCD Espanyol de Barcelona | 1–1 |
| Sun 20 Sep 2026 | Getafe CF v Málaga CF | 1–0 |
| Thu 17 Sep 2026 | Málaga CF v Villarreal CF | 1–3 |
| Sun 13 Sep 2026 | Celta v Málaga CF | 1–1 |
Upcoming Málaga CF fixtures
| Date | Fixture | Málaga time / venue |
|---|---|---|
| Sun 18 Oct 2026 | Málaga CF v Real Sociedad | 18:30 · La Rosaleda |
| Fri 23 Oct 2026 | Deportivo Alavés v Málaga CF | 21:00 · Mendizorroza |
| Sat 31 Oct 2026 | Real Betis v Málaga CF | 18:30 · Estadio La Cartuja de Sevilla |
| Sun 8 Nov 2026 | Málaga CF v R. Racing Club | TBC · La Rosaleda |
| Sun 22 Nov 2026 | CA Osasuna v Málaga CF | TBC · El Sadar |
Kick-off details can change. The official match centre is always the final reference.
Latest official Málaga CF updates
A short history of Málaga CF
The football story in Málaga is older than the current legal club. The modern Málaga Club de Fútbol was founded in 1994, inheriting a city tradition shaped by earlier Málaga teams. La Rosaleda itself opened in 1941 and remains one of southern Spain’s most recognisable football grounds.
- 1994: the present Málaga CF entity is founded.
- 1999: Málaga win promotion to Spain’s top flight and begin a long first-division spell.
- 2002: the club win the UEFA Intertoto Cup and go on a memorable European run.
- 2012/13: Málaga reach the UEFA Champions League quarter-finals, the high point of the club’s modern European history.
- 2018: the club are relegated from LaLiga after ten consecutive top-flight seasons.
- 20 June 2026: Málaga beat Almería in the promotion play-off and return to LaLiga after eight years away.
Read the LaLiga club profile and watch the official promotion announcement.
The Málaga CF squad in 2026/27
Goalkeepers
Squad list synchronized with Málaga CF. Transfers, injuries and match selection may change availability.
Watching Málaga CF at La Rosaleda
- Buy official tickets: use entradas.malagacf.com and avoid unverified resale offers.
- Check the kick-off again: LaLiga dates can remain provisional until television selections are confirmed.
- Arrive early: allow 45–60 minutes for security, finding your gate and enjoying the build-up.
- Use Málaga local time: this guide displays Europe/Madrid time, including daylight-saving changes.
- Plan the return journey: a large crowd leaves together, so walking or public transport is often easier than parking beside the stadium.
Plan your football day in Málaga
Getting there: La Rosaleda is north of the historic centre. Walking, local buses or a taxi are usually easier than parking close to the stadium on matchday.
Planning a wider city break? Start with our complete Málaga guide, browse events in Málaga and compare the best areas on our where to stay in Málaga guide.
Málaga CF Museum and stadium visit
The club museum at La Rosaleda is a useful option when there is no match. At the time of checking, adult admission was €12, admission for children under 14 was €7 and children under three entered free. The museum closes on matchdays, and opening arrangements can change, so verify before travelling on the official Málaga CF Museum page.
Where to watch football in Málaga
For away matches or sold-out home games, central Málaga has several venues that advertise live sport. Always contact the venue on the day to confirm the exact Málaga CF match, commentary and screen allocation—especially when LaLiga, Premier League and Champions League games overlap.
| Venue | Area | Why consider it |
|---|---|---|
| Morrisseys Sports Bar | C/ Méndez Núñez, 5, Centro | Central sports pub advertising more than 12 screens and major football competitions. |
| O’Connors | Calle Casapalma, 4, Centro | Irish pub in the old centre; verify the day’s match schedule directly. |
| Sherlock Holmes Pub | Calle Molina Lario, 4, Centro | Cathedral-area pub commonly used for televised football. |
| Calanmor Pub | Calle Fernando Camino, 4, Málaga-Este | Sports-bar setting advertising live football and group bookings. |
How to watch Málaga CF on television in Spain
LaLiga rights are split across Spanish broadcasters and the selected channel varies by fixture. Hotels and bars may use commercial packages rather than domestic subscriptions. Look for LaLiga TV Bar branding or check the weekly programme on the official LaLiga Bars service.
Frequently asked questions
Is Málaga CF in LaLiga?
Yes. Málaga CF were promoted in June 2026 and are playing in LaLiga EA SPORTS in 2026/27.
Where do Málaga CF play?
At Estadio La Rosaleda in Málaga.
Where should tourists buy tickets?
Use the official Málaga CF ticket portal. Availability and prices vary by match.
Are fixture dates and kick-off times final?
Not always. Some dates remain provisional until LaLiga and broadcasters confirm the schedule.
Can I visit the museum on matchday?
No. The official museum page states that it is closed on matchdays.
Editorial and data policy: Official Málaga CF and LaLiga pages take priority for match information and tickets. Local media may be used for context, but transfer reports, injuries and major club news are checked against an official source before this guide is changed.