Almería and Málaga clash in decisive promotion playoff

The second leg of the LaLiga Hypermotion promotion playoff will be played on Saturday night at the Estadio de los Juegos Mediterráneos in Almería, with kickoff at 21:00. The tie follows a 0‑0 draw in the first leg at La Rosaleda. Under the competition rules, if the aggregate score remains level after extra time, the team with the higher regular‑season ranking – Almería – will be promoted, meaning Málaga must win outright.

Málaga are seeking to return to the top tier after eight seasons in the second division, while Almería, relegated at the end of the 2023/24 season, aim to secure a swift comeback. The match marks the first all‑Andalusian final in a promotion playoff and has generated widespread excitement among fans, with many wearing club colours and following the build‑up through local media. Broadcast rights are held by Movistar Plus, which will air the game live.

Both clubs have prepared their squads for the decisive encounter, with Málaga announcing a 25‑player list that includes several injured players who will travel, while Almería’s supporters have rallied around the historic moment, hoping to see their team ascend to the Primera División.