Al-Ittihad: The Second Summer Test for Málaga CF
Reencounter with En-Nesyri
In their second preseason test, Málaga CF will face Al-Ittihad at the Marbella Football Center (19:00 PM) this Thursday. This match will be crucial as Youssef En-Nesyri, a former Málaga player, now part of the Saudi team, is in the lineup. The challenge for Málaga CF is to prove themselves against an organized opponent and add another layer of difficulty compared to their previous opponents.
New Faces
during preseason, the club will welcome Juan Cruz, Dotor, Fernando Calero, and José Salinas. These players are expected to feature in this match against Al-Ittihad, as they bring new faces into play. However, Alfonso Herrero, Ramón, Moussa, and Juanpe will miss due to injuries; Rafita has returned after overcoming a minor muscle injury.
Characteristics of Málaga CF
under Carlos Funes Mori's guidance, the team is showing a cohesive approach with a similar style to last season. Funes Mori urges continuity in work for optimal preparation for their first official match against Atlético de Madrid on August 19 at Riyadh Air Metropolitano.
Tasks Ahead
Málaga CF aims to successfully complete these two training matches against Leicester City and Al-Ittihad before moving forward with upcoming fixtures: Al-Arabi (August 6), AD Ceuta (July 7), followed by Fulham in the Costa del Sol Trophy (August 12). After these tests, the team will begin their official campaign on August 19 against Atlético de Madrid.
