Match Overview

The second round of La Liga sees Mallorca host Celta Vigo on August 23rd at the Son Moix stadium. This preview offers an in-depth look at both teams, their current form, key statistics, and a well-researched prediction for the encounter.

Mallorca’s Form and Analysis

Jagoba Arrasate’s side faced Barcelona in their opening match and, as anticipated, suffered a 0-3 defeat. The scoreline could have been even more significant, as the Islanders found themselves down to nine men in the first 45 minutes. This marks their third loss in the last four La Liga fixtures, with one draw. Notably, Mallorca has not managed to kick off a league season with a victory in five consecutive attempts, previously recording draws.

Key Statistics for Mallorca

• In their last eight La Liga matches, the club secured only one victory against Valladolid, who were relegated to the Segunda División, alongside two draws and five losses.
• Exactly two or three goals were scored in six of Mallorca’s last seven home matches in La Liga.
• Both teams found the net in seven of the Islanders’ previous nine home league fixtures.

Mallorca’s Predicted Starting Lineup (4-4-2)*

Leo Roman – Martin Valjent, Antonio Raíllo, Mateu Morey, Joan Mojica – Sergi Darder, Antonio Sánchez, Manu Morlanes, Sergi Darder – Takuma Asano, Vedat Muriqi.

Team News: Mallorca Absentees

Forward Vedat Muriqi and midfielder Manu Morlanes will miss the upcoming match due to suspensions.

Celta Vigo’s Form and Analysis

Celta Vigo played their first-round match at home but failed to capitalize on fan support, losing 0-2 to Getafe. This was their second consecutive home defeat in the league. Claudio Giráldez’s team tends to play decisive matches, having avoided draws in their last ten La Liga games (five wins and five losses).

Key Statistics for Celta Vigo

• At least three goals were scored in six of Celta Vigo’s last eight La Liga games.
• The club remained unbeaten in six of their last eight away league matches (four wins and two draws).
• Celta Vigo has scored in their last eleven away games in La Liga.

Celta Vigo’s Predicted Starting Lineup (5-3-2)*

Andriy Lunin – Yoel Lago, Oscar Mingueza, Javi Rodríguez, Marcos Alonso, Mihailo Ristić – Williot Swedberg, Ilaix Moriba, Fran Beltrán – Ferran Jutglà, Iago Aspas.

Match Prediction: Mallorca vs Celta Vigo

The Galicians have remained unbeaten against Mallorca in their last three league encounters. Last season, Celta Vigo proved superior in both La Liga meetings, winning 2-0 at home and 2-1 away. I anticipate that the visitors will either win or at least secure a draw in this upcoming fixture.

The Islanders’ performance in the first round was frankly disappointing. In addition to the defeat, the club will be without two key players due to suspensions. Furthermore, Mallorca has only managed one victory in their last five home La Liga matches, and that was against last season’s worst team, Valladolid (one draw and three losses). In contrast, Celta Vigo demonstrated strong away form towards the end of the previous season, losing only to Real Madrid and Barcelona in their last eight away games (four wins and two draws).

My prediction for this match is: Celta Vigo with a (0) Asian Handicap.

Author

Author: Олександр Олексенко

Note on Lineups

* The listed starting lineup for each team is based on their last match in this tournament.