Málaga CF will face a stern test as they host La Liga leaders Real Madrid CF, looking to spoil Los Blancos' title pursuit. The Blues are coming off a morale-boosting 3-1 victory over Elche, while Real Madrid secured a dramatic 2-1 comeback win over Barcelona in their previous match. Both teams will likely be motivated to win, with Karim Benzema and Málaga's Pablo Alvaro Muriel set to play key roles in determining the outcome.