Ceuta defeats Málaga 2-1 in pre‑season friendly

Ceuta won 2‑1 against Málaga in a pre‑season friendly played at the Alfonso Murube stadium in the city of Ceuta. The home side took the lead in the 34th minute when Carlos Hernández headed the ball into the net, and added a second before halftime through Kuki Zalazar. Málaga reduced the deficit five minutes later when Haitam converted a penalty.

The match was part of the XII edition of the Trofeo de Feria, providing a rare moment of celebration for local fans amid recent migration‑related tensions. Málaga suffered two injuries during the game: defender Dotor left with a left‑ankle injury and centre‑back Calero withdrew because of muscle problems, limiting the visitors' options for the upcoming fixtures.

Ceuta’s victory marked their first win of the pre‑season and raised hopes for the upcoming Segunda División campaign, which begins in a week.