As the league calendar tightens and August brings scorching temperatures to Málaga, Málaga CF is stepping up its training schedule for an especially demanding week. Training will begin this Monday at La Rosaleda's annex before a trip to Estepona, where the team will face two friendly matches in just 48 hours.
The first match will be against Al-Arabi, a Qatari club that will visit Marbella Football Center. On Friday, Málaga will land in Ceuta for the Trofeo Ciudad de Ceuta. These two encounters will be crucial to assess the team's physical condition and tactical alternatives.
Coach Funes faces a significant challenge as time runs out to fine-tune concepts and define the system. The week in Estepona will be at the center of this intense preparation, where the squad has the opportunity to demonstrate its fitness and adapt to the new system.
Additionally, Málaga CF has decided to dedicate their third kit to the province's 103 municipalities, a gesture that strengthens the team's connection with its local roots. This effort to maintain cohesion and community ties will translate into a new jersey that honors each of these municipalities.
The ultimate goal is to arrive at the start of LaLiga with a well-defined squad and system, ready to face the challenges of the 2026-27 season.
