Málaga CF have sealed their long-awaited return to Spain’s First Division following a hard-fought 2-1 win over Almería in the second leg of the promotion playoff final. Goals from Chupe and Larrubia proved decisive in a tense encounter that began under dramatic circumstances, as the visiting team’s bus was reportedly struck by stones prior to kickoff. The aggregate tie had been perfectly balanced after a goalless draw in the first leg.
The triumph marks Málaga’s comeback to the top tier of Spanish football after spending several seasons navigating the challenges of the second and third divisions. While Málaga celebrate a return to the elite level, Almería’s hopes of reclaiming their First Division status were dashed, leaving them in the Second Division for another season.
Málaga were relegated from the First Division at the end of the 2017-18 campaign and subsequently endured a difficult period that even saw them drop to the Segunda División B. This promotion, achieved on Saturday, signifies the completion of a rebuilding chapter and restores the club to a standing more reflective of its rich history and passionate supporters.
In the coming days, Málaga will learn their fixture list for the 2025-26 First Division season. The club’s management now faces the task of assembling a competitive squad capable of meeting the demands of top-tier football once again.
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