Match Overview
The match between Mallorca and Sevilla is set to take place on December 9, 2023, at Estadi Mallorca Son Moix. It is a La Liga fixture and both teams will be looking to secure three points. The odds for this match are as follows: Local Winner – 2.69, Draw – 3.29, Away Winner – 2.94.
Historical Face-Off
In their previous encounter on November 2, 2023, Sevilla emerged victorious with a scoreline of 2-0 against Mallorca in La Liga. Looking back at their past clashes, it can be observed that goals have been relatively scarce between these two teams in recent years. In the last eight meetings, only three matches have seen three or more goals being scored.
Local Team’s Recent Form
Mallorca has had a mixed bag of results in their recent matches across all competitions. They have won two games, lost two games, and drawn two games out of their last six fixtures. In terms of goal-scoring prowess, they have managed to find the back of the net eight times while conceding only four goals during this period.
Currently positioned at number 17 in the La Liga standings with just 11 points from their first fifteen matches, Mallorca will be eager to improve their position and avoid relegation battles later in the season. In their most recent Copa del Rey match against Valle Egüés on December 6th, they secured a convincing victory with a final scoreline of 3-0.
Away Team’s Recent Form
Sevilla has also experienced an inconsistent run of form recently when playing away from home. Out of their last six away matches across all competitions, they have won one game while losing three and drawing two others. During this period, they have scored seven goals and conceded nine.
In the La Liga standings, Sevilla currently sits in 15th place with 13 points from their first fourteen matches. Their most recent Copa del Rey encounter on December 6th saw them triumph over Atlético Astorga with a 2-0 scoreline.
Key Players Spotlight
For Mallorca, Abdón Prats has been in excellent form recently, scoring eight goals in fourteen appearances across all competitions. His ability to find the back of the net consistently will be crucial for Mallorca’s chances in this match. Another player to watch out for is Dani Rodríguez, who has contributed two goals and one assist so far this season.
On the other hand, Youssef En-Nesyri has been the standout performer for Sevilla. With nine goals in twenty matches, he will be their main attacking threat against Mallorca. In midfield, Ivan Rakitić has showcased his experience and quality with two goals and three assists to his name.
Statistical Insights
When analyzing both teams’ recent results and performances, it is clear that Mallorca struggles to secure victories at home. They have not won a single home match out of their seven played so far this season in La Liga. On the other hand, Sevilla’s away form has also been less than impressive with no wins from six games.
Both teams have had defensive vulnerabilities as well. Mallorca has conceded twenty goals in fifteen matches while Sevilla has conceded twenty goals as well but from just fourteen matches played.
Match Prediction: Mallorca 1 – 2 Sevilla
Considering all factors discussed above, it is predicted that Sevilla will come out on top in this match against Mallorca with a final scoreline of Mallorca 1 – 2 Sevilla.
