In a pivotal La Liga showdown, Sevilla prepares to host Mallorca at the Ramon Sanchez Pizjuan Stadium, with both teams striving for safety from relegation.
While neither side is yet mathematically secure, a victory in this encounter could significantly bolster their chances of remaining in Spain’s top flight for another season.
Match Preview
Sevilla and Mallorca are close to securing their place in La Liga for another season. However, neither team has guaranteed safety just yet.
Sevilla enters the match against Mallorca at the Ramon Sanchez Pizjuan Stadium on a two-game winning streak in the league, currently sitting in 13th position with a nine-point cushion above the relegation zone.
A victory would bring Sevilla closer to securing their survival after facing challenges throughout the season. Despite winning the Europa League last season, Sevilla has struggled for much of the current campaign.
Mallorca suffered a bitter defeat in the Copa del Rey final against Athletic Bilbao, losing on penalties after a 1-1 draw in extra time. Manager Javier Aguirre’s side needs to regroup and finish the season on a positive note.
The Islanders are currently six points above the relegation zone but have failed to win in their last two La Liga matches, failing to score in either game.
Mallorca possesses the second-worst offense in La Liga, scoring only 25 goals in 31 matches. While their defense has been solid, conceding just 36 goals, Mallorca’s lack of goals has hindered their position in the table.
Sevilla’s defense has kept clean sheets in their last two matches, posing a challenge for Mallorca, who struggle to score goals.
However, Mallorca may take confidence from Sevilla’s poor home record at the Ramon Sanchez Pizjuan Stadium.
Sevilla has a record of 4 wins, 5 draws, and 6 losses at home in La Liga, with a goal difference of -2.
On the other hand, Mallorca has struggled on the road, winning just one of their 15 away fixtures and posting a goal difference of -12 during that period. They have only managed to secure three points from their last six away games, all from draws.
Team News & Updates:
Vedat Muriqi and Abdon Prats lead Mallorca in goals with five each, accounting for 40% of Mallorca’s goals this season.
Sevilla’s top scorer, Youssef En-Nesyri, has 11 goals this season, with no other Sevilla player scoring more than four goals.
Prediction & Analysis:
With both Sevilla and Mallorca desperate for points in their quest for safety, a closely contested fixture is anticipated.
Sevilla’s mixed home form, coupled with Mallorca’s struggles on the road, suggests a tightly fought encounter.
Our prediction leans towards a 1-1 draw, with neither team able to gain a decisive advantage over the other.
Expect a tense and competitive match as both teams vie for precious points in their battle against relegation.
- Sevilla 1-1 Mallorca
