- Date and Time: December 6, 21:00 GMT+1
- Venue: Municipal de Balaidos, Vigo, Spain
Celta Vigo
Celta Vigo have endured a challenging run through October and November, managing just one victory in their last five La Liga matches (a 1-0 win over Getafe), leaving them 12th in the table.
Despite their struggles, the Galicians impressed during a 2-2 draw against Barcelona, scoring twice in the final ten minutes to stun the league leaders.
Vigo have also performed well against relegation-threatened sides, securing wins against Alavés, Las Palmas, and Valencia. On the other hand, Los Celestes have struggled defensively, leading to one of the worst records among mid-table teams, having conceded 27 goals in La Liga this season.
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— RC Celta English (@RCCeltaEN) December 2, 2024
Matches like the 4-3 win over Villarreal and the 3-2 victory against Osasuna highlight Vigo’s attacking firepower but also expose their lack of defensive fundamentals. Their recent 3-1 defeat to Espanyol, where Aspas converted a penalty, further underlines their inconsistency.
In the Copa del Rey, they defeated UD San Pedro 5-1 in the first round and Salamanca 7-0 in the second, emphasizing their ability to dominate weaker opposition.
If Celta Vigo can tighten their defense and maintain their offensive flair, they have the potential to climb the table. However, their current defensive shortcomings remain a significant barrier to consistent success.
Mallorca
Mallorca have been one of this season’s revelations, a stark improvement for a side that has rarely finished above 10th place in recent years. The appointment of former Osasuna coach Jagoba Arrasate has proven to be an excellent decision.
Mallorca were already compact under their previous coach Javier Aguirre, but they lacked the ambition to press higher up the pitch. Los Piratas were often passive and struggled to score goals. Arrasate has revolutionized this approach, employing a more proactive off-the-ball structure that pressures opponents in dangerous areas while maintaining their trademark compactness.
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— RCD Mallorca (@RCD_Mallorca) December 3, 2024
The team lost against Barcelona (1-5) but showed a great display of defensive solidity in the first half. The Catalans overstretched and were disjointed as a team. Arrasate’s team remained compact, unafraid of launching counter-attacks and equalized through Vedat Muriqi in the 43rd minute. However, Barcelona’s superior quality in the second half ultimately broke their resilience.
While Mallorca may struggle against elite teams, they have beaten Real Betis and Real Sociedad this season, and held Real Madrid and Athletic Club to draws. This indicates that they have the potential to compete with the league’s best.
Bet hereCelta Vigo vs Real Mallorca Prediction
- Prediction: Real Mallorca to win
- Odds: 4.7 (22Bet)
- Score Prediction: Celta Vigo 0-1 Real Mallorca
This match offers a fascinating clash of styles: Celta Vigo, who thrive on verticality and chaos, versus Mallorca, who favour a mid-block and careful counterattacks.
Celta Vigo faced similar issues against Espanyol (3-1), dominating possession but failing to create meaningful chances. Espanyol ended up relying on counters and it worked wonders for them.
Mallorca are likely to use a similar strategy, while Celta Vigo needs chaotic situations to thrive. However, Balaídos is known as a difficult venue, which could pose a challenge for the visitors
Celta Vigo vs Real Mallorca Betting Tip
- Pick: Vedat Muriqi to score
- Odds: 4.5 (22Bet)
Vedat Muriqi is one of the standout strikers for his team. He dominates aerials duels in the penalty box which is a perfect profile if someone like Darder can reach him with his long passes.
Muriqi scored against Barcelona, who are one of the best teams at the moment in Spain. This is a testament to his quality, as his off-the-ball runs frequently create significant attacking threats in the box. He’s the main threat off the ball that Celta Vigo should be worried about, considering their poor defensive record.
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