Mallorca vs. Real Sociedad: A Match Preview

A Crucial Match in the Race for European Qualification

Mallorca and Real Sociedad will face off on Tuesday in a match that could have major implications in the race for European qualification. Both teams are currently in contention for a spot in the Europa League, and a win would give either side a significant boost in their hopes of securing a place in the competition.

Team News and Lineups

Mallorca will be without the suspended Pablo Maffeo and the injured Abdón Prats. Real Sociedad, meanwhile, will be without the injured Mikel Oyarzabal and David Silva. Both teams are expected to field strong lineups, with Mallorca likely to start with Vedat Muriqi and Real Sociedad likely to start with Alexander Isak.

Mallorca possible starting lineup:

• Goalkeeper: Predrag Rajković
• Defenders: Giovanni González, Martin Valjent, Antonio Raíllo, Brian Oliván
• Midfielders: Salva Sevilla, Iddrisu Baba, Dani Rodríguez
• Forwards: Vedat Muriqi, Kang-in Lee, Jaume Costa

Real Sociedad possible starting lineup:

• Goalkeeper: Álex Remiro
• Defenders: Aritz Elustondo, Robin Le Normand, Igor Zubeldia, Diego Rico
• Midfielders: Mikel Merino, Brais Méndez, Martin Zubimendi
• Forwards: Alexander Isak, Adnan Januzaj, Portu

Prediction

This is a tough match to call, as both teams are evenly matched. However, Real Sociedad has been in better form of late, and they will be confident of getting a result in Mallorca. The Basque side is unbeaten in their last five matches in all competitions, and they have won their last two away matches. Mallorca, meanwhile, has lost their last two matches in all competitions, and they have only won one of their last five home matches. Based on current form, Real Sociedad is the favorite to win this match.