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Malaga CF

Founded in 1948 as Atlético Malagueño and renamed Málaga Club de Fútbol in 1994, Málaga CF represent the historic Andalusian city of Málaga on Spain's southern coast. The club emerged from the footballing traditions of the region and rose through the Spanish league system to establish themselves in La Liga. Their most celebrated period included European adventures and a memorable run to the UEFA Champions League quarter-finals in 2013. Their distinctive blue-and-white striped shirts, La Rosaleda stadium and strong connection with the Costa del Sol have made Málaga one of Andalusia's most recognisable football clubs.

5 facts you might not know

  1. Their roots go back further than 1994
    Although Málaga CF adopted their current name in 1994, the club originated as Atlético Malagueño in 1948, initially serving as the reserve team of CD Málaga.
  2. They inherited a city's footballing legacy
    When historic club CD Málaga disappeared in 1992 due to financial difficulties, Atlético Malagueño survived and eventually became Málaga CF, continuing the city's professional football tradition.
  3. Their stadium is older than the current club
    La Rosaleda opened in 1941, seven years before Atlético Malagueño were founded, and has hosted international matches including fixtures at the 1982 World Cup.
  4. They won a European trophy before reaching the Champions League
    Málaga captured the UEFA Intertoto Cup in 2002, defeating Villarreal in the final to secure a place in the UEFA Cup.
  5. They came within seconds of a Champions League semi-final
    In 2013, Málaga led Borussia Dortmund in the closing stages of their quarter-final before two stoppage-time goals dramatically ended their European adventure.