The game, scheduled for 6:30 PM, is vital for the 'blanquiazul' team's aspirations at the top of the league table. The absences of Izan Merino, Dani Lorenzo, and Larrubia have forced Funes to reconfigure the starting eleven.

Izan Merino and Dani Lorenzo are unavailable due to accumulated yellow cards, while Larrubia will miss the match due to injury. These absences have led to the inclusion of Chupe and Niño in the attack, forming a two-striker formation.

In midfield, the return of Dotor to the starting lineup after recovering from his injury is notable, as he will partner with Juanpe. Ochoa's position could vary between the wing or a more advanced attacking midfield role, while Joaquín is set to occupy the right flank.

The defense will remain consistent with the usual players: Puga, Murillo, Montero, and Rafita, protecting the goal defended by Alfonso Herrero. The potential return of Einar Galilea to the squad could offer rotation options in the backline at this crucial point of the season.

The confirmed lineups are as follows: for Málaga CF, Alfonso Herrero; Puga, Murillo, Montero, Rafita; Juanpe, Dotor, Joaquín, Ochoa; Niño and Chupe. For UD Las Palmas, Dinko Horkas; Viti, Sergio Barcia, Mika Mármol, Clemente; Amatucci, Kirian, Manu Fuster, Ale García, Jesé and Mikashiro.