Match Overview
In this upcoming La Liga match, Mallorca will face off against Alaves at Estadi Mallorca Son Moix. The match is scheduled to take place on December 3rd, and both teams will be eager to secure a victory. According to the odds, Mallorca is considered the slight favorite with odds of 2.51 for a home win.
Historical Face-Off
When looking at their past encounters, Mallorca has had the upper hand against Alaves. In their last four meetings, Mallorca has emerged victorious three times, while Alaves managed to win only once. Notably, in their most recent clash in April 2022, Mallorca secured a narrow 2-1 victory over Alaves.
Goals have been relatively scarce when these two teams meet, with three out of the last four matches seeing under 3 goals scored in total. However, it’s worth mentioning that this will not be their inaugural clash as they have faced each other multiple times before.
Local Team’s Recent Form
Mallorca has been struggling recently and hasn’t tasted victory in their last six matches across all competitions. Their form at home has been particularly disappointing, with five draws and one loss in their six home games so far this season.
Currently sitting in 17th position in the La Liga standings with just 10 points from 14 matches, Mallorca needs to turn things around quickly if they want to climb up the table. In their most recent match against Cadiz, they managed to salvage a point with a 1-1 draw thanks to Abdón Prats’ goal right before halftime.
Away Team’s Recent Form
Alaves has had mixed results lately but showed some promising performances on the road. They have won three out of their last five away matches, including an impressive 3-1 victory over Granada CF in their most recent away fixture.
In the La Liga standings, Alaves currently sits in 13th position with 15 points from 14 matches. However, their away form has been a cause for concern, with five losses and two draws in their seven away games this season.
Key Players Spotlight
For Mallorca, Abdón Prats has been the standout player recently. The attacker has scored eight goals so far this season and will be crucial to Mallorca’s chances of finding the back of the net. In addition, Dani Rodríguez has been influential in midfield, providing both goals and assists for his team.
On the other side, Alaves will rely on Luis Rioja to make an impact in attack. Despite only scoring one goal this season, his ability to create chances for his teammates cannot be overlooked. Another key player is Ander Guevara, who has been solid in midfield and can dictate the tempo of the game.
Statistical Insights
Looking at recent statistics from both teams, Mallorca’s struggles at home are evident with just five points earned from a possible 18. They have also struggled to find the back of the net consistently, scoring only four goals in six home matches.
Alaves’ away form is a concern as they have conceded ten goals while only managing to score four in their seven away games this season. However, their recent victory over Granada CF showcased their attacking potential and could provide them with confidence heading into this match.
Match Prediction: Mallorca 1 – 0 Alaves
Based on current form and historical data between these two teams, it is expected to be a tightly contested match with few goals. Both teams will be desperate for a win to improve their league positions but considering Mallorca’s slightly better recent form and home advantage, they are predicted to come out on top with a narrow 1-0 victory over Alaves.
