Málaga CF to face Fulham in Costa del Sol Trophy
Málaga CF has confirmed their opponent for the 36th edition of the Costa del Sol Trophy: Fulham from the Premier League. The match will take place on Wednesday, August 12 at 9:00 PM at La Rosaleda, just one week before their LaLiga EA Sports 2026/27 debut against Atlético Madrid.
What does this match mean for preseason?
This game will be Málaga CF’s fifth and final preseason fixture before the start of the season. Under Funes, they have already faced Al-Attihad (July 30), Al-Arabi SC (August 6), AD Ceuta (August 7), and drew 3-3 with Leicester last Saturday. The Costa del Sol Trophy, now named ‘Costa del Sol Trophy Cervezas Victoria’, is a prestigious summer tournament that has previously featured teams like Santos with Pelé.
Why is this opponent significant?
Fulham, managed by Álvaro Arbeloa, presents a high-level challenge for Málaga CF ahead of their return to Spain’s top flight. The English side will test the readiness of the Spanish team. Last year, Málaga CF defeated Real Betis 3-1 in the same tournament.
What’s next for Málaga CF?
After this match, Málaga CF will focus on their LaLiga EA Sports 2026/27 opener against Atlético Madrid at the Metropolitano. The team aims to establish itself in Spain’s elite, and this game will be a good test of their form.
