Malaga vs Burgos prediction 23.01.2026 | La Liga 2

Málaga’s performances in recent weeks have been positive, reflecting an upturn in form under new coach Juan Francisco Funes. The team has recorded multiple consecutive victories in LaLiga 2 leading into this fixture, including wins over Córdoba (1-0), AD Ceuta (2-1), Sporting Gijón (3-1), and Almería (2-1), demonstrating scoring versatility and improved defensive coherence. The club has also benefited from a strong home atmosphere at La Rosaleda, which has averaged the highest attendance in the Segunda División this season, providing a fortuitous backdrop for their playoff push. Málaga are undoubtedly one of the in-form teams at present, having not suffered a league defeat since the final week of November, which has resulted in a run of eight unbeaten matches.

Injury concerns may temper squad selection, as several players - including Moussa, Ramón Enríquez, Darko Brasanac, Dani Sánchez, Víctor García, Luismi Sánchez and Álex Pastor - are reported to be training ahead of Friday’s match, potentially impacting tactical choices.

Burgos also approach this fixture with competitive momentum. Recent league victories, including a 1-0 win over SD Huesca and Eibar, have helped them remain in the playoff conversation and sit level on points with their hosts. While they were eliminated from the Copa del Rey by Valencia (0-2) earlier this month, their focus now is firmly on league performance. 

From an attacking perspective, Burgos’ 26 goals in 21 matches point to a slightly lower offensive output than their hosts, but their recent results and head-to-head success signal confidence in breaking down Málaga’s defence, as they are undefeated in seven consecutive direct meetings with Los Boquerones. Midfielder David Gonzalez and forward Fernando Nino have both netted 5 times this LaLiga 2 season and will be some challenge for Málaga’s defenders to handle.