LiontipsMallorca vs Barcelona. Predictions and Betting Tips for La Liga
Command Analysis
Mallorca put up a great performance in the previous season at Segunda, earning a 2nd placed finish. First matches after the return to top-flight division were successful, but lack of rotation options affected the team's performance and their form declined.
In the first round of the Spanish Cup The Red-Blacks beat Gimnastica Segoviana (2:0 a.e.t.) in extra-time and then they leave no chances to Llanera (6:0).
In 18 rounds of La Liga season Luis Plaza's team recorded four victories and eight draws, which brought 20 points and a 15th spot in the standings. Team's offensive performance is too weak, they scored only 17 goals in the current season.
After a victory over Atletico (2:1) The Barralet drew to Celta (0:0) and in the most recent away match suffered a defeat to Granada (1:4).
Raillo won't play in the match due to a knee injury. Angel, Costa, Kubo, Mbula, Ruiz, Sevilla and Sedlar were tested positive for coronavirus.
Barcelona got off to a weak start in the current Champions League season and only two victories over Dynamo Kyiv helped the team to stay in the European competitions - Catalan club will be one of the favourites for the Europa League title.
In 18 rounds of the current La Liga season The Blaugrana recorded seven victories and seven draws, which brought 28 points and a 7th spot in the standings. Before the New Year visitors gained form, in three most recent matches team drew to Osasuna (2:2), beat Elche (3:2) and before a small break team drew to Sevilla (1:1).
Roberto, Pedri, Fati, Brathwaite, Wague and Depay won't feature in the match due to injuries. Seven players were tested positive for coronavirus, but their appearance in the match is under question.
Trends
СтавкаCorrect score 1:3
Barca won five most recent head-to-head matches
СтавкаMallorca to score in the second half
In 4 out of 6 most recent home matches Mallorca scored in the second half
СтавкаGoals in both halves - yes
In 3 out of 5 most recent matches of the visitors goals were scored in both halves
СтавкаCorners: total under 9,5
This bet played in 2 out of 4 most recent matches of the visitors
Tip and bets
Both opponents are playing offensively. Visitors have a much better squad, but both teams have problems with the squad.
Barca have a tough schedule in January, they will play only one game at home, but team gained form and will try to prove their worth in the match against the islanders. We are expecting a victory from the Catalan club.
Our prediction - Barcelona to win
The Blaugrana won five most recent head-to-head matches by at least two goals and we are expecting the same result today. We think that Xavi will be able to motivate their players for a success.
Our second bet is on Barcelona to win by two goals
