Mallorca vs Levante Prediction
🔈 Will Mallorca's unbeaten streak on home turf continue? The opening match of Sunday's La Liga schedule features a head-to-head clash between the "Islanders" and the "Frogs" at the Iberostar Stadium. Jagoba Arrasate's squad is gradually finding stability and is close to hitting their stride with their best football. Meanwhile, the "Frogs" often lose focus in their matches, which negatively impacts their final results. Bookmakers are giving a twofold advantage to the home side, based on current statistical trends.
Head-to-Head
📊 Let's note that in La Liga, these teams have faced each other only 16 times. The last encounter was during the 2021/22 season. At the Iberostar Stadium, Mallorca emerged victorious with a 1-0 win, while at the Ciudad de Valencia, the Valencia side managed to secure a 2-0 revenge victory. The average goals scored by each team throughout their head-to-head history stands at: Mallorca - 1.38, Levante - 1.38.
H2H Stats Matches and Previous Teams Results
Mallorca Team Overview
🔴 The "Vermilions" have shown signs of life in recent rounds, managing to escape the relegation zone. Currently, the team from the eponymous city has accumulated 8 points, which sees them sitting in 17th place in the league. It's worth noting the average scoring rate for the "Islanders" this season is around 1.11 goals per game. However, Mallorca's defense has been less reliable, conceding an average of 1.56 goals per match. In their four home games at "Iberostar," the team has managed to collect 5 points. It seems the hosts have a great chance to continue this positive trend in their upcoming home fixture.
⚫ In the last round, the "Islanders" had a productive trip to "Ramon Sanchez Pizjuan" (3-1). Despite Jagoba Arrasate's squad generally playing on the back foot and ceding territorial control to their opponents, the "Vermilions" managed to find several scoring opportunities, which they converted into goals. The tactical model of the club's head coach is based on a 4-2-3-1 formation, bolstered by the high productivity of the attacking flank players. Interestingly, Mallorca ranks 19th in the league for xG (expected goals) this season, with a total of just 8.16. The lack of creativity in attack remains a key challenge that the coaching staff is striving to overcome.
Match Results: Mallorca
Levante UD Team Overview
🔵 The Valencia-based team continues to adapt to the challenges of La Liga. After nine rounds, Levante have accumulated eight points, placing them 16th in the standings. However, it's hard to overlook their defensive struggles, as they concede an average of 1.89 goals per match, the worst in the league. Notably, Julian Calero's squad shows tenacity in away fixtures, securing seven points from five games, ranking them fifth in the league for away performance. Currently, the coaching staff is in search of the most suitable playing strategy, which adds intrigue to their upcoming matches.
🔴 Last weekend, the Valencia side faced off against Rayo Vallecano (0:3) in a home clash. Despite expectations that Julian Calero's team could contain the "Bees" and put up a strong fight, Iñigo Pérez's squad secured a convincing 3-0 victory. Levante's coaching staff favors a 4-4-2 tactical formation, which theoretically should reduce errors during transitional phases and simplify the team's transition from defense to attack. Julian Calero is highly ambitious this season and aims to secure their place in Spain's top-flight football.
Match Results: Levante UD
Latest news
Mallorca
🎤 Jagoba Arrasate shared his thoughts on his team's victory over Sevilla (3-1) in the last round: “I believe the win came at just the right moment and in the manner we needed: on a tough pitch, coming back from an early setback. I think the team delivered an outstanding second half. We equalized, pushed for a second, and then a third. In the end, we played in the opponent's half, pressing high. This is what we aim for, and I'm thrilled for the players who truly deserve it. Above all, I'm pleased with the changes made in the second half. I loved how the team moved forward, pressed, and attacked open spaces. This is the kind of team we want to see. Sometimes it's not easy, but we must stick to this idea.”
❌ In Mallorca's infirmary, Marash Kumbulla (hamstring injury), Toni Lato (leg injury), and Takuma Asano (muscle injury) remain sidelined. Additionally, Dani Rodriguez will be unavailable due to suspension.
Levante UD
📰 Levante’s coach acknowledged that after last weekend's defeat to Rayo Vallecano, the team sees this new challenge as "a new opportunity to get things right." He is confident that Levante will edge closer to victory if they play correctly and steer the game in the right direction. Additionally, Calero explained that the Granotas aim to "hope for points, perform well in the match, and win it if all conditions align." "We will fight for this and strive to be strong," he added. Regarding their opponents, the Levante coach noted that they are a team that "plays very well, possesses significant physical strength, masters many aspects of the game, and can adapt their play style." He also highlighted the caliber of their players and their coach, Jagoba Arrasate, describing him as "another guarantee of success."
❌ Among Levante's injured players, Carlos Alvarez stands out as he is still undergoing additional physical tests following a serious injury.
🟨 Yellow Card Prediction
In 5 of Mallorca's last 7 matches, there have been no more than 4 yellow cards. A similar trend is evident in 4 of the last 5 encounters involving these teams. Let's note the average number of corners each side has earned this season: Mallorca - 2.4, Levante - 2.1. We suggest the following bet - total yellow cards under 4.5.
⚽ Goal Prediction
Both clubs struggle to impress defensively. Here's a look at their average goals conceded this season: the "Islanders" - 1.6, the "Frogs" - 1.9. It's also worth noting their difficulties in building their own attacks. A telling trend is that in 6 of the last 7 head-to-head matches at the "Iberostar," no more than two goals were scored. Our pick is total goals under 2.5.
🚩 Corner Prediction
Our analysis doesn't anticipate a high number of corners in the upcoming clash. Both teams rank among the league's lowest in average corners earned: Mallorca - 3.7, Levante - 3.1. Additionally, in 5 of their last 6 head-to-head meetings, there have been no more than 10 corners. The most reasonable bet appears to be total corners under 9.5.
Editorial Prediction
It's important to note that this match presents a prime opportunity for both sides to secure three points. With this in mind, there's little reason to launch into an all-out attack from the start and risk a satisfactory result slipping away. A telling trend is the average goal tally in head-to-head meetings at the "Iberostar," where no more than two goals have been scored in six of the last seven encounters. We anticipate a final score of 0-0, with the key bet being under 2.5 goals.
Betting Tips: Mallorca - Levante UD
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