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This Saturday, football fans are gearing up for an enticing La Liga face-off between Girona and Mallorca. Both teams will be playing with high stakes when they clash at the Estadi Montilivi at 1 pm UK on September 23, 2023. With Girona looking to further solidify their remarkable start and Mallorca aiming to climb up from their current 15th spot, it’s bound to be a thrilling match.

Analysis:

Girona has had a dazzling start to the 2023-24 La Liga campaign, boasting 13 points from just five matches. They’re sitting comfortably in third place, merely two points behind the formidable Real Madrid. Their start is especially commendable, given that they’ve only been in La Liga for four seasons, having finished 10th last season and also in 2017-18. Kicking off the season with a draw against Real Sociedad, they’ve since notched up four consecutive victories against Getafe, Sevilla, Las Palmas, and Granada. Their recent 4-2 triumph over Granada showcases their attacking prowess, with Yan Couto sealing the win in the 89th minute. Historically, Girona also seems to have an edge, having secured four points off Mallorca in the 2022-23 season.

On the other side, Mallorca’s season has been a bit lacklustre in comparison. With only two points from their opening four matches, they’ve struggled to find their groove. Yet, hope is not lost. A recent win against Celta Vigo, thanks to Vedat Muriqi’s late goal, suggests that Javier Aguirre’s side might be finding their rhythm. It’s worth noting that Mallorca finished ninth last season, marking their best finish since the 2011-12 campaign. A top-half finish is still on the cards, but a win against Girona would be crucial, especially with an upcoming match against an in-form Barcelona.

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Statistically, Girona holds a clear edge. They’re the second-best defensive side in La Liga, having conceded just four goals. Offensively, they’re equally impressive, ranking second with 11 goals in five matches. The team also boasts a stellar +7 goal differential. Mallorca, on the other hand, has been struggling in the offensive department, averaging just 0.8 goals per match and ranking 18th. Their -1 goal differential and the fact that they’ve conceded five goals so far further emphasises their challenges.

Key players to watch out for in the Girona side include Cristhian Stuani, who has netted two goals and an assist, and Savio, with one goal and two assists. For Mallorca, Abdon Prats Bastidas has managed a goal, while Antonio Latorre Grueso has provided an assist.

Prediction:

Given Girona’s solid form, both offensively and defensively, and Mallorca’s struggles, we forecast a win for the home side. Goal.mu predicts: Girona 2-0 Mallorca. Girona’s stronger form, home advantage, and historical performance against Mallorca justify this prediction.

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