Malaga CF (also known as Malaga Club de Futbol or Boquerones) is a professional Spanish football club based in Malaga and plays in the first division of Spanish football; La Liga.

Malaga CF has played more than eight seasons in La Liga and more than two seasons in each Segunda Division and Segunda Division B. Malaga CF won the Segunda Division in the 1998/99 season; in 2002, Malaga CF won the UEFA Intertoto Cup for the first time in the club's history and then qualified for the following 2003 season UEFA Cup in which Malaga CF reached the quarter-final stages.

In both 2005 and 2008, Malaga CF won the Trofeo Costa del Sol; a summer tournament that was organized by the club it self. In the 2007/08, the team achieved Runners-up in the Segunda Division.

Real Sociedad (also known as Txuri-urdin or Erreala) is a professional Basque football club based in San Sebastian and competes in the top division of Spanish football; the La Liga. Real Sociedad holds its home matches at the Estadio Anoeta stadium, a multi-purpose stadium in Donostia, San Sebastian, Spain which seats 32,076 spectators.

Real Sociedad was founded in 1909 and spent most of its history in the Primera and Segunda divisions. In the beginning of the 1980's, Real Sociedad won the Primera twice in a row in the 1980/81 and 1981/82 seasons. By the end of the 1980s, Real Sociedad which until then insisted on signing only Basque players has changed its perspective and began signing non Basque players.

In the 2002/03 season, Real Sociedad finished in the second place of the La Liga and hence automatically qualified for the 2003/04 Champions League.

Real Sociedad was relegated in the 2006/07 season after finishing in the 19th place and remained in the second division for three seasons before achieving promotion back to the La Liga for the 2010/11 season.

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Juanito opts to rejoin Malaga
Almeria midfielder Juanito has agreed to rejoin Malaga, the club where he began his career...

 Muniz agrees Malaga return
Juan Ramon Lopez Muniz has returned to Malaga to take up the coaching vacancy at La Rosaleda...

 Tapia opts to leave Malaga
Malaga coach Antonio Tapia has left the club after they finished in a superb eighth place in the Primera Liga...

 Tapia cools European talk
Malaga coach Antonio Tapia has dampened down suggestions that his side will secure European qualification following a season which has exceeded expectations...

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Follow every kick as Malaga take on Valencia in the Spanish Liga BBVA
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Juanito opts to rejoin Malaga
Almeria midfielder Juanito has agreed to rejoin Malaga, the club where he began his career...

 Muniz agrees Malaga return
Juan Ramon Lopez Muniz has returned to Malaga to take up the coaching vacancy at La Rosaleda...

 Tapia opts to leave Malaga
Malaga coach Antonio Tapia has left the club after they finished in a superb eighth place in the Primera Liga...

 Tapia cools European talk
Malaga coach Antonio Tapia has dampened down suggestions that his side will secure European qualification following a season which has exceeded expectations...

 

Real Sociedad swoop for Ajax midfielder Sarpong

Real Sociedad have swooped for Ajax midfielder Jeffrey Sarpong.

It was confirmed last night that Real have secured the Holland U21 international to a three-year contract.

Sarpong spent part of last season on-loan at NEC Nijmegan and was courted by Chelsea as a junior.

 

 

 

 Liverpool youngster Pacheco wants out

Promising Liverpool attacker Dani Pacheco is keen to return to Spain.

The 19-year old is homesick and has told his agent to find him a club to move to in the La Liga.

Pacheco was attracting interest from Real Sociedad but any potential deal there fell through and now Levante has emerged as a possible landing spot for Spain U19 international.

It seems as though Pacheco will leave Anfield on loan with the view to a permanent move.

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 Real Sociedad swoop for Danubio star Diego Ifrane Sala

Real Sociedad have swooped for Danubio attacker Diego Ifrane Sala.

The 23 year-old Uruguay international is on his way from Danubio this week, announced Real last night.

Upon touching down, Ifrane will sign a five-year contract with Real.

 Liverpool tell Spanish clubs to forget Dani Pacheco

Liverpool have informed all interested Spanish Liga clubs that Dani Pacheco is not for sale.

Pacheco has touted himself to Real Sociedad and Malaga in recent weeks.

But El Mundo Deportivo says Liverpool have told intermediaries to inform the likes of Malaga, Real Mallorca, Espanyol and Levante that Pacheco is not for sale.

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 Claudio Bravo pens new Real Sociedad deal

Claudio Bravo has signed a new deal with Real Sociedad.

The Chilean goalkeeper has penned a contract with Real through to 2015.

Bravo was linked with Barcelona and Real Madrid this summer.

 

 

 

 

 Dani Pacheco only thinking of Liverpool stay

Dani Pacheco insists he only wants to play for Liverpool.

Pacheco has been linked with a return to Spain with Real Sociedad and Malaga, but the youngster insists he wants to prove himself on Merseyside.

"I know there had been some talk but I want to stay here because this is a massive club and I want to make it work here," he told the Liverpool Echo.

"I have reached the age when I want to be playing. I want to show the manager that I can stay here, do well for him and play for Liverpool. That is the only thing on my mind right now."

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 Free agent Koren to decide on club over weekend

Slovenia skipper Robert Koren hopes to make a decision over the weekend with several clubs chasing the midfielder's signature.

The 29-year-old was released by West Brom back in May after making 124 appearances for the Baggies and, after appearing for his national side during the World Cup, Koren is keen to sort out his future before the start of the new season.

Koren has been linked with Premier League clubs Wolves and Blackpool as well as Championship side Leicester and SPL giants Celtic. Serie A club Cesena and Spanish outfit Real Sociedad have also expressed a firm interest.

Agent Zoran Krneta told skysports.com: "Robi wants to be back in full-time training and to link up with a new manager and team-mates.

"We believe we have all our final offers in now and it's down to Robi to make a decision on where he feels comfortable moving his family to and working with.

"He's been working hard on his fitness but is aware that the season is imminent and wants to get on with it.”

"We hope to have things sorted in the next 48 hours if it all possible," he added.

"I would like to see him stay in England as he has built himself a name here, but Serie A is an attractive option for any player".

 Liverpool striker Dani Pacheco welcomes Malaga interest

Liverpool striker Dani Pacheco remains keen on a move to Spain.

After courting interest from Real Sociedad last week, Pacheco is now talking up the prospect of joining Malaga.

"What I want is to have minutes and I would welcome my transfer to a team like Malaga, but I have to clarify my position in England this week," he told La Opini?n de M?laga.

Pacheco finished the U19 European Championships with the Golden Boot.

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 Seven clubs queue for Liverpool striker Dani Pacheco

Clubs are queuing for Liverpool striker Dani Pacheco.

The Sun says Pacheco is wanted by SEVEN clubs.

The Spanish ace, 19, has been the No 1 target for Real Sociedad but Malaga, Mallorca, Espanyol, Levante, Benfica and Genoa are also interested.

A close pal said: "Spain is his favourite destination."

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 Real Sociedad ready to drop bid for Man City striker Jo

Real Sociedad are dropping their bid for Manchester City striker Jo Alves.

Sociedad have a tight budget to work with and are in no position to table a big-money bid.

With that in mind, they are ready to drop their interest and turn their attention elsewhere.

"The subject of Jo has not been discarded but has become more complicated," said a club director.

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 Real Sociedad find Jo deal too complicated

Real Sociedad directors admit they are no closer to agreeing a deal for Manchester City striker Jo and are starting to lose patience.

Jo is currently surplus to requirements at Eastlands, and they are, therefore, keen to move the Brazilian on, but will not be parting with the 23-year-old on the cheap.

City are believed to have paid out some £18million to lure Jo away from CSKA Moscow in 2008 and will be looking to make some return on that investment.

With that in mind, the Spanish outfit are ready to drop their interest and turn their attention elsewhere.

"The subject of Jo has not been discarded but has become more complicated," said a club director.

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 Real Sociedad sign Espanyol striker Raul Tamudo

Real Sociedad have signed Espanyol striker Raul Tamudo.

The veteran forward moves to Real on a season-long loan.

The 32-year-old departed from Catalan club Espanyol at the end of the 2009-10 campaign after spending his previous entire footballing career with the Barcelona-based club.

Tamudo joins fellow Spanish striker Joseba Llorente at the Anoeta as this summer's another major signing for the former two-time Spanish champions.

 Liverpool starlet Pacheco finishes U19 Euros with Golden Boot

Liverpool youngster Dani Pacheco was won the Golden Boot at the European U19 Championships.

Pacheco's Spain side lost the final 2-1 to hosts France in Caen last night with Reds teammate Chris Mavinga in opposition.

The former Barcelona junior has expressed an ambition to sign with Real Sociedad this summer.

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 Lazio clinch signing of Man City fullback Garrido

Lazio have wrapped up the signing of Manchester City fullback Javier Garrido.

Garrido is a ready-made replacement for Aleksandar Kolarov who moved in the opposite direction to Eastlands earlier this month.

The signing of Kolarov pushed Garrido further down the pecking order at City with the Serbian and Wayne Bridge ahead of him in Roberto Mancini's plans.

Spaniard Garrido struggled to establish himself at City since arriving from Real Sociedad in 2007 and Mancini is willing to let him move as he looks to trim his huge squad.

"Garrido is a Lazio player. He was our first choice to replace Kolarov," said Lazio president Claudio Lotito.

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 Real Madrid’s Alonso helping Pacheco leave Liverpool

Real Madrid midfielder Xabi Alonso is helping Liverpool youngster Dani Pacheco leave the club.

The former Reds star is guiding the 19-year old as he weighs up his options for his next career move.

Pacheco is uncertain if he can break into the first team at Anfield and is pondering a move to Real Sociedad and is gaining advice from Xabi who spent five years there before joining Liverpool.

“Playing for Sociedad appeals to me. I have heard good things about the club, the city and the people. He (Alonso) has been helping and advising me,” Pacheco said.

“I’ve been told good things about the coach. They say he bets on youngsters who have character.”

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 Real Sociedad swoop for Ajax midfielder Sarpong

Real Sociedad have swooped for Ajax midfielder Jeffrey Sarpong.

It was confirmed last night that Real have secured the Holland U21 international to a three-year contract.

Sarpong spent part of last season on-loan at NEC Nijmegan and was courted by Chelsea as a junior.

 

 

 

 Liverpool youngster Pacheco wants out

Promising Liverpool attacker Dani Pacheco is keen to return to Spain.

The 19-year old is homesick and has told his agent to find him a club to move to in the La Liga.

Pacheco was attracting interest from Real Sociedad but any potential deal there fell through and now Levante has emerged as a possible landing spot for Spain U19 international.

It seems as though Pacheco will leave Anfield on loan with the view to a permanent move.

Need your Liverpool news fix? Click here for all Reds news and transfer rumours.

 Real Sociedad swoop for Danubio star Diego Ifrane Sala

Real Sociedad have swooped for Danubio attacker Diego Ifrane Sala.

The 23 year-old Uruguay international is on his way from Danubio this week, announced Real last night.

Upon touching down, Ifrane will sign a five-year contract with Real.

 Liverpool tell Spanish clubs to forget Dani Pacheco

Liverpool have informed all interested Spanish Liga clubs that Dani Pacheco is not for sale.

Pacheco has touted himself to Real Sociedad and Malaga in recent weeks.

But El Mundo Deportivo says Liverpool have told intermediaries to inform the likes of Malaga, Real Mallorca, Espanyol and Levante that Pacheco is not for sale.

Need your Liverpool news fix? Click here for all Reds news and transfer rumours.

 Claudio Bravo pens new Real Sociedad deal

Claudio Bravo has signed a new deal with Real Sociedad.

The Chilean goalkeeper has penned a contract with Real through to 2015.

Bravo was linked with Barcelona and Real Madrid this summer.

 

 

 

 

 Dani Pacheco only thinking of Liverpool stay

Dani Pacheco insists he only wants to play for Liverpool.

Pacheco has been linked with a return to Spain with Real Sociedad and Malaga, but the youngster insists he wants to prove himself on Merseyside.

"I know there had been some talk but I want to stay here because this is a massive club and I want to make it work here," he told the Liverpool Echo.

"I have reached the age when I want to be playing. I want to show the manager that I can stay here, do well for him and play for Liverpool. That is the only thing on my mind right now."

Need your Liverpool news fix? Click here for all Reds news and transfer rumours.

 Free agent Koren to decide on club over weekend

Slovenia skipper Robert Koren hopes to make a decision over the weekend with several clubs chasing the midfielder's signature.

The 29-year-old was released by West Brom back in May after making 124 appearances for the Baggies and, after appearing for his national side during the World Cup, Koren is keen to sort out his future before the start of the new season.

Koren has been linked with Premier League clubs Wolves and Blackpool as well as Championship side Leicester and SPL giants Celtic. Serie A club Cesena and Spanish outfit Real Sociedad have also expressed a firm interest.

Agent Zoran Krneta told skysports.com: "Robi wants to be back in full-time training and to link up with a new manager and team-mates.

"We believe we have all our final offers in now and it's down to Robi to make a decision on where he feels comfortable moving his family to and working with.

"He's been working hard on his fitness but is aware that the season is imminent and wants to get on with it.”

"We hope to have things sorted in the next 48 hours if it all possible," he added.

"I would like to see him stay in England as he has built himself a name here, but Serie A is an attractive option for any player".

 Liverpool striker Dani Pacheco welcomes Malaga interest

Liverpool striker Dani Pacheco remains keen on a move to Spain.

After courting interest from Real Sociedad last week, Pacheco is now talking up the prospect of joining Malaga.

"What I want is to have minutes and I would welcome my transfer to a team like Malaga, but I have to clarify my position in England this week," he told La Opini?n de M?laga.

Pacheco finished the U19 European Championships with the Golden Boot.

Need your Liverpool news fix? Click here for all Reds news and transfer rumours.

 Seven clubs queue for Liverpool striker Dani Pacheco

Clubs are queuing for Liverpool striker Dani Pacheco.

The Sun says Pacheco is wanted by SEVEN clubs.

The Spanish ace, 19, has been the No 1 target for Real Sociedad but Malaga, Mallorca, Espanyol, Levante, Benfica and Genoa are also interested.

A close pal said: "Spain is his favourite destination."

Need your Liverpool news fix? Click here for all Reds news and transfer rumours.

 Real Sociedad ready to drop bid for Man City striker Jo

Real Sociedad are dropping their bid for Manchester City striker Jo Alves.

Sociedad have a tight budget to work with and are in no position to table a big-money bid.

With that in mind, they are ready to drop their interest and turn their attention elsewhere.

"The subject of Jo has not been discarded but has become more complicated," said a club director.

Need your Manchester City news fix? Click here for all City news and transfer rumours.

 Real Sociedad find Jo deal too complicated

Real Sociedad directors admit they are no closer to agreeing a deal for Manchester City striker Jo and are starting to lose patience.

Jo is currently surplus to requirements at Eastlands, and they are, therefore, keen to move the Brazilian on, but will not be parting with the 23-year-old on the cheap.

City are believed to have paid out some £18million to lure Jo away from CSKA Moscow in 2008 and will be looking to make some return on that investment.

With that in mind, the Spanish outfit are ready to drop their interest and turn their attention elsewhere.

"The subject of Jo has not been discarded but has become more complicated," said a club director.

Need your Manchester City news fix? Click here for all City news and transfer rumours.

 Real Sociedad sign Espanyol striker Raul Tamudo

Real Sociedad have signed Espanyol striker Raul Tamudo.

The veteran forward moves to Real on a season-long loan.

The 32-year-old departed from Catalan club Espanyol at the end of the 2009-10 campaign after spending his previous entire footballing career with the Barcelona-based club.

Tamudo joins fellow Spanish striker Joseba Llorente at the Anoeta as this summer's another major signing for the former two-time Spanish champions.

 Liverpool starlet Pacheco finishes U19 Euros with Golden Boot

Liverpool youngster Dani Pacheco was won the Golden Boot at the European U19 Championships.

Pacheco's Spain side lost the final 2-1 to hosts France in Caen last night with Reds teammate Chris Mavinga in opposition.

The former Barcelona junior has expressed an ambition to sign with Real Sociedad this summer.

Need your Liverpool news fix? Click here for all Reds news and transfer rumours.

 Lazio clinch signing of Man City fullback Garrido

Lazio have wrapped up the signing of Manchester City fullback Javier Garrido.

Garrido is a ready-made replacement for Aleksandar Kolarov who moved in the opposite direction to Eastlands earlier this month.

The signing of Kolarov pushed Garrido further down the pecking order at City with the Serbian and Wayne Bridge ahead of him in Roberto Mancini's plans.

Spaniard Garrido struggled to establish himself at City since arriving from Real Sociedad in 2007 and Mancini is willing to let him move as he looks to trim his huge squad.

"Garrido is a Lazio player. He was our first choice to replace Kolarov," said Lazio president Claudio Lotito.

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 Real Madrid’s Alonso helping Pacheco leave Liverpool

Real Madrid midfielder Xabi Alonso is helping Liverpool youngster Dani Pacheco leave the club.

The former Reds star is guiding the 19-year old as he weighs up his options for his next career move.

Pacheco is uncertain if he can break into the first team at Anfield and is pondering a move to Real Sociedad and is gaining advice from Xabi who spent five years there before joining Liverpool.

“Playing for Sociedad appeals to me. I have heard good things about the club, the city and the people. He (Alonso) has been helping and advising me,” Pacheco said.

“I’ve been told good things about the coach. They say he bets on youngsters who have character.”

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