Málaga CF vs. Racing Santander: Nov. 7 Kickoff, Team News and TV (Nov. 5 Check)

Information checked: November 5, 2026, at 5:20 a.m. in Málaga, Spain — Central European Time (CET, UTC+01:00), equivalent to 04:20 UTC. This is the time the published fixture and club information were reviewed, not the kickoff or publication timestamp. Spain had already switched from summer time to standard time for November 7.

Málaga CF will host Real Racing Club de Santander on Saturday, November 7, 2026, at 2:00 p.m. in Málaga (CET, UTC+01:00), or 13:00 UTC. The venue is Estadio La Rosaleda, and the fixture belongs to matchday 12 of the 2026–27 LaLiga EA SPORTS season, Spain’s top division. The latest league schedule, Spanish federation listing, and both clubs’ match calendars all identify the same Saturday kickoff. The game has not yet been played as of this information check, so no final score or match result is available.

The contest matters to two sides trying to improve their early-season positions. The current official match page lists Málaga in 20th place with five points from 11 games and Racing in 16th with 11 points from 11. Racing has reported injury concerns ahead of the trip, while Málaga continues to monitor several players’ recoveries. Confirmed starting lineups remain pending.

Destaques | Key match information

• Kickoff: Saturday, November 7, 2026, 2:00 p.m. Málaga CET (UTC+01:00); 13:00 UTC. This is not a Sunday fixture.
• Competition and venue: LaLiga EA SPORTS, matchday 12, at Estadio La Rosaleda in Málaga, Spain.
• Team context: Málaga has five points from 11 matches; Racing has 11 from 11, according to the official league match page checked on November 5.
• How to follow: LaLiga’s live match center carries match updates; LaLiga lists Movistar LALIGA for the Spanish market, subject to provider access and potential schedule changes.

When is Málaga CF vs. Racing Santander, and what time does it start?

The official schedule is Saturday, November 7, 2026, at 14:00 CET in Málaga. Because Spanish mainland daylight saving time ended in late October, Málaga observes CET (UTC+01:00) on matchday, not Central European Summer Time (CEST, UTC+02:00). The kickoff is therefore 13:00 UTC on November 7. There is no change of calendar date in that conversion.

LaLiga’s official matchday 12 schedule, the Spanish football federation fixture listing, Málaga CF’s kickoff announcement, and Racing’s current calendar confirm the match at La Rosaleda. A previously indexed version of an individual LaLiga fixture page displayed an outdated Sunday date. Readers should use the current matchday schedule and the clubs’ latest notices, which agree on Saturday, November 7, rather than rely on an older cached preview.

What is the latest Málaga vs. Racing team news?

Racing Santander: what has the club confirmed?

In a Racing training report dated November 4, the club identified Mantilla and Andrés as injured and said Manu Hernando was dealing with flu-like illness and was not training with the main group. The report also noted that coach José Alberto López included reserve-team players Vallecillo, Hugo and Castellanos in the session. These are training-ground facts, not a final matchday squad list: a player’s condition and eligibility can change before Saturday.

Málaga CF: who is returning to training?

Málaga’s November 3 training update said Ángel Recio had recovered from a viral illness and Joaquín Muñoz had partially rejoined group training. Martínez and Cruz worked separately under a rehabilitation specialist, while Aaron Ochoa and Lobete continued their recovery programs. These updates establish the status reported that day, but do not establish that any particular player will start, sit on the bench, or be unavailable on November 7. Official squad selections and lineups should be checked close to kickoff.

How are Málaga and Racing performing before matchday 12?

The official LaLiga match center lists the teams’ records through 11 matches as follows. These are a snapshot before kickoff, not projected final standings:

Málaga’s winless record makes this home game especially significant in their effort to climb the standings. Racing has won more games but has conceded 29 goals in its first 11 league matches, which points to a defensive issue the visitors will want to address. Those figures describe results to date; they do not determine the outcome of this single fixture.

What happened the last time Málaga hosted Racing Santander?

Málaga’s October 12 fixture announcement recalls a 1–1 draw in their most recent meeting at La Rosaleda during the 2025–26 LaLiga Hypermotion season. David Larrubia scored for Málaga and Andrés Martín scored for Racing. That historical result belongs to last season’s second-division competition; the November 2026 fixture is a new first-division match and cannot be treated as a continuation of the old score.

Racing is managed by José Alberto López, who previously coached Málaga, adding a recognizable connection between the clubs. Tactical decisions for this match remain unconfirmed, however, so a claimed formation or named starting XI would be premature until the teams release lineups.

Where can fans watch Málaga vs. Racing live and follow the score?

For viewers in Spain, LaLiga’s current Málaga schedule lists Movistar LALIGA as the broadcaster for this fixture. Movistar’s published match schedule also identifies Málaga–Racing on November 7 at 14:00 Spanish mainland time. Channel access depends on the viewer’s subscription and market; an international stream should not be assumed to be available on the same service.

Outside Spain, viewers should choose their country on LaLiga’s official where-to-watch page to check the relevant licensed broadcaster. For confirmed kickoff status, lineups, match incidents and the final score after the game, LaLiga’s match center and Racing’s official calendar provide direct reference points. As of the November 5 check, this fixture remains scheduled and no legitimate final result is available.

Can supporters still get tickets for La Rosaleda?

Racing’s October 31 away-supporter allocation notice states that Málaga provided 344 away tickets at €30 each. The club allocated the seats among supporter groups, season-ticket holders and club commitments, with a specified application window ending November 3 and purchase deadline on November 4 for successful applicants. That figure describes the away allocation, not a general admission price for every seat at La Rosaleda. Any remaining availability, home tickets or changed sale conditions must be confirmed through the clubs’ official ticketing channels.

What could decide the match, and what should fans watch for?

The most immediate sporting question is whether Málaga can convert home chances into a first league win of the campaign. Their eight goals from 11 matches show the need for more scoring production, although the match statistics alone do not reveal the entire attacking plan. Racing, meanwhile, will be looking for greater defensive stability given the number of goals conceded so far.

Potential lineup changes caused by injuries or illness may also matter. Those effects are conditional: no confirmed starting lineup, tactical instruction, score prediction, or final match outcome can be established from the training reports alone. Updates close to kickoff should focus first on the official squad lists, any revised schedule, and confirmed lineups; afterward, the live match center can establish goals, cards, substitutions and the final result. LaLiga warns that match times may change if circumstances require.

Which official sources should readers check on matchday?

The primary references are LaLiga’s matchday 12 schedule, the official Málaga–Racing match center, Málaga CF’s official kickoff confirmation, and Real Racing Club’s official calendar. Both clubs’ training notes give dated context but should not substitute for a matchday lineup announcement. If a postponement, cancellation or revised kickoff is announced later, follow the latest league and club statement rather than this pre-match snapshot.

Frequently asked questions (FAQ)

Is Málaga CF vs. Racing Santander on November 7 or November 8?

Saturday, November 7, 2026, according to the current league schedule, federation fixture list and both clubs. The scheduled kickoff is 2:00 p.m. CET in Málaga (13:00 UTC).

What stadium hosts Málaga vs. Racing?

Estadio La Rosaleda in Málaga, Spain. Málaga CF is the home team in this LaLiga EA SPORTS matchday 12 fixture.

Is there a score or confirmed starting lineup yet?

No. At the November 5 information check the November 7 match had not yet been played, and final starting lineups were not confirmed. Check LaLiga and official club channels nearer kickoff for verified updates.