La Liga October 10 Preview: Malaga vs Espanyol & Alaves vs Atletico Madrid | Predictions

La Liga Matchday 8 continues on October 10 with two interesting fixtures for Indian football fans. Malaga host Espanyol at La Rosaleda, while Atletico Madrid face a tricky away test against Alaves.

Malaga vs Espanyol

Kick-off: October 10, 12:30 AM IST

Malaga are still searching for their first La Liga win of the season. They currently have three points from five matches, scoring only two goals and conceding eight. Espanyol have made the better start with seven points from six games and nine goals scored.

Malaga's lack of goals remains their biggest concern. Home advantage should keep them competitive, but Espanyol have shown more attacking quality and should have the edge if they can score first.

Match Prediction: Espanyol win or draw

Goals Outlook: Under 2.5 goals

Score Tip: 0-1

Final Prediction: Malaga 0-1 Espanyol

Alaves vs Atletico Madrid

Kick-off: October 10, 7:45 PM IST

Atletico Madrid face a much tougher challenge away at Alaves.

Recent head-to-head numbers strongly favour Atletico, who have won 11 of the last 18 meetings, compared with only two victories for Alaves.

However, Diego Simeone has some injury concerns. Julian Alvarez is currently doubtful with a muscle problem, Pablo Barrios is sidelined, while Alexander Sørloth has only recently returned to training. Alaves are also missing Facundo Garces and Mikel Rodriguez with long-term knee injuries.

Alaves should make this a physical and competitive contest at home, but Atletico have greater squad depth and experience in tight matches.

Match Prediction: Atletico Madrid win or draw

Goals Outlook: 2–3 goals

Score Tip: 1-2

Final Prediction: Alaves 1-2 Atletico Madrid

Overall Picks: Malaga 0-1 Espanyol | Alaves 1-2 Atletico Madrid