Málaga CF vs Elche CF
Sunday, 3 January 2027 · Kickoff 00:00 UTC
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Málaga CF host Elche CF in the Primera Division on Sunday, 3 January 2027. It's matchday 18 of the competition.
Málaga CF sit 20th in the table with 5 points from 11 games (0W 5D 6L, goal difference -13). Elche CF sit 17th in the table with 10 points from 11 games (2W 4D 5L, goal difference -4).
Málaga CF are struggling for results coming into this match, with 0 wins, 2 draws and 3 losses in their last 5 games (L-D-L-D-L), scoring 5 and conceding 10 in that span. Elche CF are showing mixed form coming into this match, with 2 wins, 2 draws and 1 loss in their last 5 games (W-D-D-W-L), scoring 6 and conceding 2 in that span. Elche CF arrive with the better recent momentum of the two sides.
Confirmed lineups are typically published shortly before kickoff.
Primera Division Table
| # | Team | P | W | D | L | GD | Pts |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | FC Barcelona | 11 | 10 | 0 | 1 | +34 | 30 |
| 2 | Club Atlético de Madrid | 11 | 9 | 1 | 1 | +14 | 28 |
| 3 | Real Madrid CF | 11 | 9 | 0 | 2 | +18 | 27 |
| 4 | Real Betis Balompié | 11 | 7 | 2 | 2 | +3 | 23 |
| 5 | Real Sociedad de Fútbol | 11 | 6 | 1 | 4 | +0 | 19 |
| 6 | Sevilla FC | 11 | 5 | 2 | 4 | -2 | 17 |
| 7 | Athletic Club | 10 | 4 | 3 | 3 | +4 | 15 |
| 8 | RC Deportivo La Coruña | 11 | 3 | 5 | 3 | +1 | 14 |
| 9 | Villarreal CF | 11 | 3 | 3 | 5 | +0 | 12 |
| 10 | RC Celta de Vigo | 11 | 2 | 6 | 3 | +0 | 12 |
| 11 | Deportivo Alavés | 11 | 3 | 3 | 5 | -2 | 12 |
| 12 | Rayo Vallecano de Madrid | 10 | 3 | 3 | 4 | -5 | 12 |
| 13 | Getafe CF | 11 | 3 | 3 | 5 | -8 | 12 |
| 14 | RCD Espanyol de Barcelona | 11 | 3 | 2 | 6 | -1 | 11 |
| 15 | CA Osasuna | 11 | 3 | 2 | 6 | -11 | 11 |
| 16 | Real Racing Club de Santander | 11 | 3 | 2 | 6 | -14 | 11 |
| 17 | Elche CF | 11 | 2 | 4 | 5 | -4 | 10 |
| 18 | Levante UD | 11 | 2 | 4 | 5 | -5 | 10 |
| 19 | Valencia CF | 11 | 2 | 3 | 6 | -9 | 9 |
| 20 | Málaga CF | 11 | 0 | 5 | 6 | -13 | 5 |
Frequently Asked Questions
What time does Málaga CF vs Elche CF kick off?+
Kickoff is at 00:00 UTC (00:00 UTC) on Sunday, 3 January 2027.
Where can I watch Málaga CF vs Elche CF?+
Use the Watch Live button on this page for the latest streaming link. Broadcast and streaming rights vary by region, so availability depends on where you're located — check local listings or your usual sports streaming service for confirmed coverage in your country.
Where do Málaga CF and Elche CF stand in the Primera Division table?+
Málaga CF are 20th with 5 points; Elche CF are 17th with 10 points.