Tournament: La Liga, Spain
Venue: Estadi Mallorca Son Moix (Palma)
Date & Kick-off Time: 2024.09.14, 08:00
In the 5th round of La Liga on September 14, 2024, Mallorca will host Villarreal. Villarreal, unbeaten this season, will aim to extend their positive run against a Mallorca team that recently found their form.
Key Statistics and Trends
- Mallorca: Won their first match out of five after the international break.
- Villarreal: Unbeaten in their last four matches.
- Common scoreline: The most frequent score between these teams is 1-1 (7 times).
- Villarreal: Has conceded in each of their last six games.
- First-half wins: Mallorca wins 25% of first halves, while Villarreal wins 23%.
Team Overview
Mallorca
Mallorca, known as "Los Bermellones," struggled in La Liga last season, dropping from ninth to fifteenth place. Despite reaching the Copa del Rey final, where they lost to Athletic Bilbao in a penalty shootout, their league performance raised concerns. Under new manager Jagoba Arrasate, formerly of Osasuna, Mallorca made significant squad changes, particularly in defense. Players like Nastasic and Rajković departed, while Mojica and Morey were signed to bolster the team.
Villarreal
Villarreal also experienced a dip last season, falling from fifth to eighth place and missing out on European football. However, under Marcelino, they have made a positive start this campaign. The team saw key departures but brought in exciting new talent like Ayoze Pérez and Juan Bernat. Villarreal’s start includes a draw against Atlético Madrid and wins over Sevilla and Celta Vigo, showing their potential to challenge at the top.
Possible Starting Lineups
Mallorca (probable lineup):
- Goalkeeper: Greif
- Defenders: Toni Lato, Raíllo, Valjent, Maffeo
- Midfielders: Samu Costa, Morlanes, Domenech, Dani Rodríguez, Asano
- Forward: Muriqi
Villarreal (probable lineup):
- Goalkeeper: Conde
- Defenders: Cardona, Costa, Albiol, Femenía
- Midfielders: Comesaña, Gueye, Parejo, Pino
- Forwards: Ayoze Pérez, Barri
Head-to-Head Matches
In their last meeting, Villarreal won, but Mallorca previously recorded a 1-0 win and a 1-1 draw against them in other encounters.
Tactical Analysis and Prediction
Villarreal has been consistent this season, and despite being tested, they remain unbeaten. Mallorca's home form could be challenging, but Villarreal’s ability to secure points even in difficult games should continue.
Betting Prediction
Villarreal is favored to avoid defeat. We recommend betting on Villarreal to remain unbeaten (double chance X2), as their solid form gives them a strong chance to continue their run.
Prediction: Villarreal to remain unbeaten (odds – 1.6).
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