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The champions showed signs of taking their foot off the gas in the previous match against Real Sociedad, which ended in a 2-1 home reverse.

Key Highlights

Real Valladolid’s Fight for Survival in La Liga

Five straight losses for Valladolid in their last five matches mean they are 18th on the table, inside the relegation zone, with just three La Liga matches to go. However, Valladolid are not down and out; they are level on 35 points with Getafe (17th on the table) and three behind 16th-placed Cadiz. This means there is a chance of sneaking out of the drop and staying in La Liga – they must win their remaining three matches. The challenge for Valladolid is that the remaining three matches include Tuesday’s date with the champions at home. If they get a positive result in the Barcelona match, Paulo Pezzolano and his men will be well-positioned for the last two clashes against Almeria and the six-pointer against Getafe. Pezzolano will know that the Barcelona clash is a must-not-lose for his side and will look to go all in for victory, which will go a long way in bolstering their survival bid. [news_button][/news_button]

Barcelona’s Bid to Ensure the Season Does Not Fizzle Out

Xavi Hernandez and his side succumbed to defeat at home against Real Sociedad in their last outing as the champions show signs of taking it easy after being crowned as La Liga’s top team this season. With three rounds of fixtures still to come, Xavi would not like the season to petter out with below-par performances and defeats. Barcelona will, therefore, look to bounce back to winning ways when they travel to relegation-fighting Real Valladolid on Tuesday. Xavi is still expected to rotate his squad heavily as he tries to give some of the fringe players and the young prospects a run in the team. Eyes are also inevitably gazing into the future and next season as La Blaugrana will look to defend their crown.

Injury Report

Real Valladolid

Paulo Pezzolano will be without three players for the visit of Barcelona. Central midfielder Anuar is out with a cruciate ligament injury. Attacking midfielder, Selim Amallah, is also sidelined with a shoulder fracture, with the 26-year-old having missed seven matches for Valladolid. Right-back Luis Perez will also miss the Barcelona clash. The 28-year-old is out with an adductors avulsion, which has kept him on the sidelines for the last five rounds of La Liga fixtures.

Barcelona

Xavi will be without centre-back Ronald Araujo, with the 24-year-old out sidelined with a calf injury. Araujo has been out of contention since May 15, 2023, and has missed 1 match for Barcelona. Central midfielder Pedri is also on the sidelines with thigh problems since May 15, 2023. [banner][/banner]

Possible Lineups

Real Valladolid

J. Masip; J. Yamiq, J. Sanchez, J. Fernandex; S. Escudero, K. Perez, Monchu, L Rosa, A. Aguado; C. Larin, S. Leon

Barcelona

M. ter, Stegen; A. Balde, J. Kounde, A. Christensen, J. Alba; F. Kessie, S. Buesquets, F. de Jong; Raphinha, R. Lewandowski, O. Dembele

Prediction

Real Valladolid will put up a fight with a battling performance against Barcelona. The champions will look to dominate and dispatch the relegation-threatened Valladolid with style. Barcelona will win the match and return to their winning ways. Make sure to bet on Real Valladolid vs Barcelona with 22Bet! [news_button][/news_button]" ["post_title"]=> string(68) "Real Valladolid vs Barcelona Prediction: La Liga match on 23.05.2023" ["post_excerpt"]=> string(0) "" ["post_status"]=> string(7) "publish" ["comment_status"]=> string(6) "closed" ["ping_status"]=> string(6) "closed" ["post_password"]=> string(0) "" ["post_name"]=> string(48) "real-valladolid-vs-barcelona-prediction-23-05-23" ["to_ping"]=> string(0) "" ["pinged"]=> string(0) "" ["post_modified"]=> string(19) "2023-05-22 12:02:14" ["post_modified_gmt"]=> string(19) "2023-05-22 09:02:14" ["post_content_filtered"]=> string(0) "" ["post_parent"]=> int(0) ["guid"]=> string(32) "https://news.22bet.com/?p=242706" ["menu_order"]=> int(0) ["post_type"]=> string(4) "post" ["post_mime_type"]=> string(0) "" ["comment_count"]=> string(1) "0" ["filter"]=> string(3) "raw" } }

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Mallorca vs Valencia Prediction: La Liga Match on 25.05.2023

22nd May 2023

Mallorca vs Valencia Prediction: La Liga Match on 25.05.2023

Alex Dudley

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Valencia to Win
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Valencia returns to action in La Liga on Thursday, as they look to record a third straight victory. Mallorca will be the hosts as they look to bounce back after suffering a defeat in their previous match in La Liga.

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The La Liga action continues on Thursday, as two sides located in the middle of the standings lock horns. Valencia have already smoothly moved to safety in the Spanish top-flight, and they could move to within a victory of the top half of the standings this week. Valencia has recorded wins in each of their previous two matches in La Liga, and they have lost just once over their last five.

That return to form now sees them sit five points above the drop zone with three rounds of matches to play. However, their previous match in La Liga was clouded with controversy, as their home fans inexplicably shouted vile racist abuse at Vinicius Jr on Sunday. Valencia eventually held on to win 1-0, but the biggest story was the disgraceful actions of the fans.

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Mallorca sit a place directly above Valencia in the current standings, and they could move up into the top half of the standings with victory on Thursday. They come into this match in poor recent form, as they have lost three of their last five. Meanwhile, they have picked up just a single win from their previous five matches in La Liga.

Their poor performance levels continued over the weekend, as they were easily brushed aside on the road by Almeria. The hosts landed a comfortable 3-0 win, with Mallorca managing just three shots on target.

Mallorca vs Valencia Head to Head

Mallorca has won two of their previous four clashes against Valencia, which includes a 2-1 win in the last match between the sides this season. They have also won two of their last three home matches against their rivals this week.

Mallorca vs Valencia Prediction

Mallorca’s performance levels have dropped since their survival has been assured, and that would be a concern coming into this fixture. Therefore, a chance will be taken on Valencia recording a third straight victory in the league.

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