Mallorca vs. Espanyol Prediction, Match Preview, and Betting Tips, 15 March 2025 - bettingexpert

Mallorca will host Espanyol at Estadi Mallorca Son Moix on 15 March 2025 at 15:15, with both teams eyeing crucial points in LaLiga’s 28th round. Mallorca, currently 7th in the standings, look to edge closer to the top six with a win. Espanyol, sitting in 15th place, are fighting to stave off relegation. The stakes are high for both sides, adding an extra layer of intrigue to this mid-table clash.

Mallorca have shown resilience in recent matches, notching up four draws and a win in their last five games. Their consistency makes them bookmaker favorites with odds of 1.81 to win. Espanyol, although struggling for form, have managed to score in eight consecutive matches and could prove a tough nut to crack.

Key players like Mallorca’s Vedat Muriqi and Espanyol’s Javier Puado are expected to play pivotal roles, though Muriqi’s participation is doubtful due to a knee injury.

Expect a tight, low-scoring game with less than 2.5 goals, as seen in 71% of past encounters between these teams. With Espanyol desperate to move away from the relegation zone, this match promises to be a fiercely contested battle.

Mallorca vs Espanyol Prediction & Betting Tip

Given the recent statistics and team form, our recommended betting tip is “Under 2.5 Goals.”

Mallorca vs Espanyol Prediction
Betting tip	Odds
Under 2.5 Goals	1.73

• Mallorca’s defensive resilience: They’ve managed to draw four of their last five matches, showing a solid defensive line.
• Consistent low-scoring history: In 71% of past encounters between these teams, the matches have seen fewer than 2.5 goals.
• Key absences: With notable absences like Vedat Muriqi and Pol Lozano, both teams might struggle to find the net.

Expect a tightly-contested, low-scoring game.

Mallorca vs Espanyol Odds

This clash between Mallorca and Espanyol is shaping up to be an intriguing match with odds that reflect Mallorca as the bookmakers’ favourites. Here’s a look at the current betting odds:

Mallorca vs Espanyol Betting Odds
Bet	Odds
Mallorca	1.81
Draw	3.34
Espanyol	4.80

Given the odds, Mallorca are seen as the favourites, with their home advantage playing a key role. However, Espanyol’s determination to stay clear of the relegation zone means punters shouldn’t discount them altogether. Mallorca’s recent home form and Espanyol’s inconsistent away performances make it a match that could go either way, but the odds heavily favour Mallorca.

Mallorca Team Analysis

Mallorca Recent Performance

Mallorca have been quite resilient in their recent fixtures, managing to avoid defeat in their last five LaLiga matches. Here is a summary of their past results:

Home team	Away team	Result
Athletic Club	Mallorca	1-1 (Draw)
Mallorca	Deportivo Alaves	1-1 (Draw)
Sevilla	Mallorca	1-1 (Draw)
Mallorca	Las Palmas	3-1 (Win)
Mallorca	Osasuna	1-1 (Draw)

Despite the lack of clean sheets, Mallorca have shown consistency in finding the back of the net, scoring an average of 1.40 goals per game over their last five matches. This scoring ability is a good sign for Jagoba Arrasate’s side as they push to maintain or improve upon their 7th position on the table.

However, their defensive leaks need addressing if they are to make a serious run at European places. Mallorca will need to tighten up at the back, even without the suspended José Manuel Arias Copete.

Mallorca Key Players

Mallorca’s potential stars for the match against Espanyol include top scorer Vedat Muriqi, who, despite a knee injury concern, would be vital if fit to play. His goal-scoring prowess will be sorely needed given his 6-goal tally this season.

Pablo Maffeo and Johan Mojica, in the midfield and defense respectively, will be instrumental in breaking down Espanyol’s attack, especially given Espanyol’s offensive improvement after January transfers. Look for an intriguing battle between Maffeo and Espanyol’s breakout talent Jofre Carreras on the wing.

Expected lineup for Mallorca:

• Goalkeeper: Dominik Greif
• Defenders: Martin Valjent, Antonio Raíllo, Antonio Latorre
• Midfielders: Pablo Maffeo, Omar Mascarell, Samú Costa, Johan Mojica, Sergi Darder
• Attackers: Takuma Asano, Dani Rodriguez

Mallorca Suspensions & Injuries

Mallorca will be dealing with a few crucial absences for their upcoming match against Espanyol due to injuries and suspensions.

Injuries

Player	Injury	Expected return
Vedat Muriqi	Knee injury	Potential return doubtful
Robert Navarro	Muscle injury	Potential return doubtful

Suspensions

Player	Suspension	Expected return
José Manuel Arias Copete	Yellow cards	Banned matches left: 1

Vedat Muriqi’s potential absence due to a knee injury could hamper Mallorca’s attacking options, given he is their top scorer this season. The absence of Robert Navarro with a muscle injury further strains their midfield creativity. Additionally, José Manuel Arias Copete’s suspension for yellow card accumulation will weaken their defensive lineup, putting more pressure on players like Martin Valjent and Antonio Raíllo. These absences will be challenging for Jagoba Arrasate to manage as he prepares his squad.

Mallorca Tactics and Formation

Mallorca Tactical Breakdown:

• Formation: 4-4-2
• Key Forward: Dani Rodriguez
• Midfield Trio: Omar Mascarell, Samu Costa, Sergi Darder
• Defensive Strength: Antonio Raíllo and Martin Valjent anchoring the backline

Jagoba Arrasate will likely deploy a 4-4-2 formation, leveraging Mallorca’s solid midfield. This setup allows for a balanced approach, emphasizing both defensive solidity and attacking fluidity. Expect Dani Rodriguez to play a crucial role in the forward line, especially with Vedat Muriqi’s potential absence due to injury. The midfield trio of Mascarell, Costa, and Darder will be tasked with controlling the game’s tempo. Defensively, Raíllo and Valjent will need to step up to cover for the suspended José Manuel Arias Copete.

Espanyol Team Analysis

Espanyol Recent Performance

Espanyol’s recent form in LaLiga has been inconsistent yet promising. They managed to secure 2 wins, 2 draws, and 1 loss in their last 5 matches. Espanyol’s performances have shown a penchant for hard-fought games, demonstrated by their recent results:

Home team	Away team	Result
Espanyol	Girona	1-1 (Draw)
Deportivo Alaves	Espanyol	0-1 (Win)
Espanyol	Athletic Club	1-1 (Draw)
Real Sociedad	Espanyol	2-1 (Loss)
Espanyol	Real Madrid	1-0 (Win)

Espanyol have averaged 1.00 goals per game in their last 5 matches, recording 2 clean sheets in the process. This defensive solidity could be crucial against Mallorca. Given their recent 1-0 victory against Real Madrid, Espanyol can be tough to break down, even for higher-ranked teams.

Espanyol Key Players

Espanyol will be looking to their top performers to make a difference against Mallorca.
Expected lineup for Espanyol:

• Goalkeeper: Joan García
• Defenders: Omar El Hilali, Marash Kumbulla, Leandro Cabrera, Carlos Romero
• Midfielders: Eduardo Expósito, Urko González de Zárate, Jofre Carreras, Alex Kral, Javi Puado
• Forward: Roberto Fernández Jaén

Javi Puado, who has netted 8 goals this season, will be crucial in leading the attack. His battle against Mallorca’s defensive trio of Valjent, Raíllo, and Latorre could be decisive.

In midfield, Alex Kral and Eduardo Expósito’s control and creativity will be vital, especially against the likes of Omar Mascarell and Samú Costa.

Defensively, Marash Kumbulla and Leandro Cabrera need to be at their best to keep Mallorca’s offensive threats at bay.

Espanyol Suspensions & Injuries

Injuries remain a significant concern for Espanyol as they prepare to face Mallorca. Here’s the current list of injured players and their expected return dates:

Player	Injury	Expected return
José Gragera	Broken finger	Doubtful
Fernando Pacheco	Thigh injury	Late March 2025
Pablo Ramón	Cruciate ligament injury	Unknown

Additionally, Espanyol will be without key midfielder Pol Lozano due to suspension:

Player	Suspension	Expected return
Pol Lozano	Yellow cards	1 match

These absences could impact Espanyol’s depth and performance, particularly with Pol Lozano missing from the midfield against Mallorca.

Espanyol Tactics and Formation

• Formation: 4-2-3-1
• Defensive Setup:
  Espanyol’s backline will include Joan García in goal, with a defensive quartet of Omar El Hilali, Marash Kumbulla, Leandro Cabrera, and Carlos Romero. Despite missing a few key players due to injuries and suspensions, they have managed to secure two clean sheets in their last five games.
• Midfield Dynamics:
  The midfield will likely feature Eduardo Expósito and Urko González de Zárate as defensive midfielders. With Pol Lozano suspended, Alex Kral is expected to provide creativity in a more attacking midfield role, supported by wingers Jofre Carreras and Javi Puado.
• Attacking Strategy:
  Javi Puado, their top scorer, will play a crucial role on the left wing, while Roberto Fernández Jaén leads the attack. Espanyol’s strategy hinges on quick counter-attacks and utilizing the width of the pitch to exploit gaps in Mallorca’s defense.
  This formation aims to balance defensive solidity with sufficient attacking threat, crucial for a team fighting to stay clear of the relegation zone.

Mallorca vs Espanyol Head-to-Head Statistics

Home	Away	Result
Espanyol	Mallorca	2-1
Espanyol	Mallorca	2-1
Mallorca	Espanyol	1-1
Espanyol	Mallorca	1-0
Mallorca	Espanyol	2-1

The last five meetings between Mallorca and Espanyol have shown a clear edge for Espanyol, winning three times while Mallorca managed one win and one draw. With Mallorca slightly favored by the bookmakers and Espanyol’s determination to stay out of the relegation zone, this encounter promises to be an engaging battle.

Odds accurate as of 13.03.2025 15:16, and are subject to change. Please always check the odds before placing your bets with any bookmaker.