- The last two Andalusian derbies between these two sides ended 2-2.
- Malaga have won only one of their last five league meetings against Sevilla.
- Juan Ramón Muñiz's side have won only one of their last seven league games, and picked up only one point from the last three.
- At home, Malaga have suffered only one defeat in the last 10 fixtures in La Liga - five draws and four defeats complete the record.
- Last Saturday's 3-0 win over Tenerife ended Sevilla's six-game winless run in La Liga.
- Away from home, Sevilla have lost six of their last seven league fixtures, including the last three.
- 45% of the goals conceded by Malaga (17 out of 38) have come from set pieces this season - currently the highest ratio in this campaign.
Thursday, April 8, 2010