- Date and Time: Thursday, 9 January, 2025, 20:00 GMT+1
- Venue: King Abdullah Sports City, Jeddah, Saudi Arabia
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| Real Madrid vs Mallorca | Thursday, 9 January, 2025, 20:00 GMT+1 |
| Real Madrid odds | 1.39 |
| Mallorca odds | 7.5 |
| Draw | 4.96 |
| Over\Under | Total 2,5: 1.6/2.336 |
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Real Madrid
Despite facing criticism for failing to improve the team as a collective, Carlo Ancelotti has Real leading La Liga with 43 points. That’s two ahead of derby rivals Atlético de Madrid.
Real progressed in the Copa del Rey with a 5-0 victory against Deportiva Minera. Federico Valverde scored the first goal in the 4th minute. Eduardo Camavinga and Luka Modrić also scored, while Arda Güler scored a brace.
Head coach Carlo Ancelotti praised the team for their victory, telling RMTV, “The team controlled the game well. We played a good game, and we are satisfied.”
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Real Madrid have been linked with Eldense forward Alan Godoy but will have to fight for his transfer, as Barcelona are also interested in the youngster. The player would join the ‘B’ team, as head coach and club legend Raúl needs more players. A few academy players have been called up by the Italian for the Supercopa, including goalkeeper Fran González.
After Thibaut Courtois’s injury, Fran became the second goalkeeper, and Andriy Lunin became the starter. Madrid’s goalkeeper coach personally recruited Fran for the U-19 and U-21 teams.
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Real Madrid last suffered a defeat in La Liga against Athletic Club (2-1). They’ve won their last seven matches, with the exception of a draw against Rayo Vallecano (3-3). The team will look to defend their title, having defeated Barcelona in the last edition of the tournament (4-1).
| Recent Form | DWWWW |
| Key Player to Watch | Kylian Mbappé |
| Team Strengths | Strong individual quality up front, pacey players |
| Team Weaknesses | Lack of coherence in team movement, complacency in pressing as a unit, lack of midfield presence |
| Key injuries and suspensions. | Éder Militão and Daniel Carvajal |
Mallorca
Mallorca have been one of the revelations of the season, as they currently rank 6th in La Liga with 30 points in 19 matches. Jagoba Arrasate signed with the team this summer and has brought similar ideas to the Balearic Island. He led Osasuna to promotion from the second division to La Liga a few years ago.
Mallorca crashed out of the Copa del Rey this weekend, losing 3-0 in a shocking defeat to Galician club Pontevedra.
They won their last two La Liga matches, defeating Girona (2-0) and Getafe (0-1).
Midfielder Sergi Darder didn’t hide his enthusiasm: “We can win against anyone, including Real Madrid. We’re two matches away from winning the title.”
| Recent Form | LLWWL |
| Key Player to Watch | Vedat Muriqi |
| Team Strengths | Strong team cohesion, solid defence in a mid-block |
| Team Weaknesses | Lack of alternatives in the attack, weak squad depth |
| Key injuries and suspensions. | – |
Real Madrid vs Mallorca Head-to-Head Statistics
The two teams have faced each other 43 times, with 25 matches ending in Madrid’s favour. Real won 12 times, with 6 games ending in a draw. Their last match tied 1-1 in late August. Rodrygo gave Los Blancos the lead in the 13th minute, but Vedat Muriqi equalised for Mallorca.
Madrid last defeated Los Bermellones in April, with Aurélien Tchouaméni scoring the only goal in the 48th minute. Mallorca’s last victory against Real dates back to February 2023, with Nacho’s own goal deciding the match.
This is the first encounter between the two teams in a knockout format. They have only ever played each other in La Liga.
Bet hereReal Madrid vs Mallorca Player Focus
Jude Bellingham is undoubtedly Real Madrid’s most important player, relentlessly showing his hunger for victories, even when his team lacks morale. He’s often seen leading the side with the ball, even after his team concede. With his omnipresence on the field, he inspired his teammates to continue fighting.
He hasn’t scored as often as last season, but his involvement in front of the goal improved in December, making him the most crucial player for the team. With Mallorca relying on their defence, marking Bellingham will be Arrasate’s most important concern.
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The most significant player on the Los Bermellones side will also be a midfielder. Sergi Darder transferred from Espanyol to Mallorca without any difficulty, fitting in with Arrasate’s tactics. His technical accuracy allows him to release the ball for a breakthrough behind the defensive lines. He often finds Vedat Muriqi in the box. At the same time, his defensive awareness and hard-working ethic make him an ideal fit for his team.
Real Madrid vs Mallorca Analysis
Real Madrid will meet their greatest tactical foe. Mallorca’s mid-block is becoming famous in La Liga culture as one of the most solid, compact defences. It’s a starting point for the team to launch their counter-attacks and take advantage of their opponent’s expansion.
Darder’s quote sums it up: “We don’t need to create many chances because we defend well. We have a very compact block and can be dangerous with our style”.
Madrid is struggling to defend well, as most forwards don’t press high. Mallorca will be looking to punish mistakes from Vinicius Jr. or Kylian Mbappé, especially since both wings lack defensive tools.
Real Madrid vs Mallorca Prediction
- Football pick: Real Madrid to win
- Odds: 1.39 (22Bet)
- Score prediction: Real Madrid 2-1 Mallorca
Although Real Madrid lacks discipline when defending, it would be surprising if they failed to win the match. With Jude Bellingham and Vinicius Jr. in form, they have the individual qualities to break through Mallorca’s defensive lines. The difference in quality between the two teams should guarantee a victory, especially in the second half, when Real are known to perform better.
The match will be played in Jeddah, which means Madrid will be without their ultras. The game won’t be easy, as Vedat Muriqi is proving to be a threat in the penalty box. However, it’s unlikely to be enough to guarantee a victory against Real.
Real Madrid vs Mallorca Betting Tip
- Football Pick: Jude Bellingham to score
- Odds: 2.625 (22Bet)
If betting on Vinicius Jr seems like an attractive option, it’s likely that Jude Bellingham will sneak into the defence to score. Compact defences like Mallorca often focus on shutting the wings down, leaving omnipresent players like Jude Bellingham unmarked. Man-marking him is difficult as it would force the defender out of position, which is why he’s our preferred player to score.
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