Malaga secured a narrow 1-0 victory over Albacete Balompie SAD in the Spanish Segunda Division on Monday, February 23, 2026. The solitary goal, scored in the first half, was enough to earn Malaga a crucial three points at La Rosaleda as they continue their push up the second-tier table. The home side controlled large portions of the match, with their defense standing firm against Albacete's attempts to find an equalizer in the latter stages. The win provided a boost for Malaga's promotion aspirations, while Albacete was left to rue missed opportunities in a game where they struggled to break down a organized back line. The result had a positive impact on Malaga's league position, moving them closer to the playoff places, while Albacete remained in a precarious spot near the lower half of the standings.