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Mallorca’s recent 2-1 triumph over Rayo Vallecano has provided a much-needed morale boost. Javier Aguirre’s squad, currently positioned 16th in La Liga, is six points clear of the relegation zone but cannot afford complacency. Historically, Mallorca have struggled against Real Sociedad, with their last victory dating back to September 2011, a fact they’re desperate to change.

Real Sociedad, on the other hand, comes into this match on the back of a five-game winless streak across all competitions. The team from San Sebastián, sitting in seventh place, finds themselves 11 points adrift of the Champions League spots, making every match a must-win scenario to keep their European aspirations alive.

Team News and Predicted Lineups

Mallorca faces the absence of Martin Valjent and Pablo Maffeo due to injuries. However, Cyle Larin returns from suspension, potentially leading to tactical adjustments. Vedat Muriqi’s recent form, highlighted by his decisive goal against Rayo, makes him a key player for Mallorca.

Predicted Mallorca Starting Lineup: Rajkovic; Gonzalez, Raillo, Nastasic, Costa; A Sanchez, Mascarell, Darder, D Rodriguez; Muriqi, Larin.

Real Sociedad has a longer injury list, with Carlos Fernandez, Aihen Munoz, and others sidelined. Despite recent disappointments, Imanol Alguacil is expected to field a strong side, possibly introducing Umar Sadiq as the lead striker.

Predicted Real Sociedad Starting Lineup: Remiro; Traore, Zubeldia, Le Normand, Galan; B Mendez, Zubimendi, Merino; Kubo, Sadiq, Barrenetxea.

Prediction and Betting Tips

Given the current form and historical context, this match is poised to be a tightly contested affair. Mallorca’s resilience at home, combined with Real Sociedad’s quest to bounce back, makes predicting the outcome challenging.

Goal.mu/Mauri.bet predicts: Mallorca 1-1 Real Sociedad.

This scoreline reflects both teams’ recent performances and their desperate need for points. Betting markets to consider include “Both Teams to Score” due to both sides’ attacking potential and “Under 2.5 Goals” as a reflection of the tight, competitive nature of the match.

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