Málaga CF faced UD Almería in an exciting match that ended in a 0-0 draw in the first leg of the promotion playoff final to La Liga. The match took place at Estadio La Rosaleda, where fans hoped to see their team gain an advantage in the tie. Despite holding 58.9% possession, Málaga CF failed to capitalize on the opportunities they had. Both teams showed mutual respect, resulting in few clear chances on goal. The return leg will be played next Saturday at Almería Stadium, where Málaga CF will need a victory to secure their promotion. Rubi's team faces a challenge, as Almería, having finished in third place, advances if there is a tie after extra time. Málaga CF fans hope their team can overcome this hurdle and achieve the dream of returning to the top tier of Spanish football.