At one of the most difficult grounds in the Division, Josep Clotet’s team struggled in the first half on the smaller pitch with a synthetic surface that proved to be a clear advantage to the local side. Mancha Real kept the pressure on the visitors during the first 30 minutes, preventing a true attacking display by the Blue and Whites. Mancha Real’s superiority was converted into a goal by Alberto after 31 minutes.
Things changed in the second half, and Atlético Malagueño began to dominate the match, with a lot more speed and pressure on the rival. Despite taking control of the game after half-time, Clotet’s boys were unable to equalise. However, they’re still group leaders on goal average.
