Postmatch editorial
The market favourite delivered for Real Madrid
The final score was Málaga 1-2 Real Madrid. The median bookmaker prices were already leaning toward that outcome.
Isco put the first mark on the match 29', setting the tone for the rest of the night.
The numbers leaned the same way as the scoreline: Real Madrid led Shots on target 4-6. Real Madrid also shaded Corners 4-7.
Before kickoff, the median bookmaker prices made Real Madrid the favourite at 74.1% implied probability. That market lean landed.
Market check
Market result
Real Madrid
74.1%
Key stats
Match numbers
Shots on target
Real MadridMálaga
Real Madrid
4
6
Corners
Real MadridMálaga
Real Madrid
4
7
Possession
Real MadridMálaga
Real Madrid
41%
59%