Mallorca vs Real Betis: Match Preview, Predictions, and Team Lineups
Real Betis is set to visit Mallorca in an exciting La Liga clash on Sunday evening. The match is significant for both teams, as they vie for crucial points in the top tier of Spanish football.
Match Overview
Currently, Real Betis occupies the fifth position in the La Liga standings with 38 points, while Mallorca finds itself in 16th place with 24 points. The Mallorca side is just two points clear of the relegation zone, making this match vital for their survival in the league.
Recent Form
- Real Betis: They have recorded 10 wins, 8 draws, and 5 losses in 23 matches this season. Their form recently includes a victory against Atletico Madrid.
- Mallorca: Their record stands at 6 wins, 6 draws, and 11 losses. They recently suffered a heavy defeat to Barcelona but managed an impressive home win against Sevilla.
Team Comparisons
Real Betis boasts an excellent away record, sitting fifth in terms of points collected on the road. They have secured 16 points from 12 away matches, losing only two. On the other hand, Mallorca has managed to gather 19 points across 11 home games this season.
Head-to-Head Statistics
- Real Betis has won 7 of their last 8 encounters against Mallorca.
- The last match saw Real Betis triumph 3-0 over Mallorca earlier this season.
- In their previous season’s matchup, Real Betis won 1-0.
- Real Betis has not lost to Mallorca in away games since May 2013.
Injury Updates
Mallorca will be missing forward Takuma Asano due to a hamstring injury, while Real Betis faces several absences including Sofyan Amrabat and Isco. Despite these challenges, both teams have strong lineups prepared for the match.
Predicted Lineups
| Mallorca | Real Betis |
|---|---|
| Roman | Valles |
| Maffeo | Ruibal |
| Lopez | Llorente |
| Valjent | Natan |
| Mojica | Rodriguez |
| Mascarell | Altimira |
| Costa | Roca |
| Joseph | Fornals |
| Torre | Antony |
| Virgili | Bakambu |
| Muriqi | Ezzalzouli |
Match Prediction
The predicted outcome of this fixture leans towards Real Betis, with a forecasted score of Mallorca 1, Real Betis 2. Both teams have their strengths, but Real Betis’s away form gives them the edge.
This match is critical for Mallorca as they aim to distance themselves from the relegation threat while Real Betis pursues a spot in European competitions. Fans can expect an intense and competitive encounter at Mallorca’s home ground.
