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Espanyol vs Mallorca: La Liga Match Preview
Espanyol is set to take on Mallorca in La Liga's ninth round at their home ground, the Estadi Cornellà-El Prat. Espanyol secured victory in their last meeting at this venue, raising anticipation for the clash on October 5. Our experts have analyzed the teams' chances and compiled the best betting options for the match. Discover all the insights in this detailed preview.
Command Analysis
Espanyol
SpainCurrent Form
Espanyol's start in the top division has been challenging, as they are only one point above their position at the same time last season when they were relegated after three consecutive league defeats. The visit from Mallorca could come at a crucial time, as the islanders are one of the three teams against whom Espanyol earned at least four points last season in La Liga. Despite their poor start, returning home might provide the much-needed boost for the Periquitos.
Injuries and Suspensions
Unavailable are Exposito (knee injury), Puadro (knee injury), and Cabrera (injury).
Interesting Betting Trends
- Espanyol has kept a clean sheet only twice in their last 14 home matches in La Liga
- Irvin Cardona may get a chance to start for Espanyol – the forward has yet to score since his summer transfer from French club Saint-Étienne
Projected Lineup: Garcia – Terejo, El Hilili, Gomez, Carbero, Romero – Milla, Gragera, Lozano – Cardona, Roca.
Mallorca
SpainCurrent Form
Unlike the home side, Mallorca arrives here riding a wave of three consecutive league victories, amassing an impressive total of 14 points from eight matches. This marks their strongest start in the top division in over a decade. Maintaining such form is not guaranteed, especially considering the recent history of the team, who finished just three places above the relegation zone in two out of their last three campaigns. The visitors' head coach, Jagoba Arrasate, is hopeful that his team, as favorites, can secure points based on their solid track record against the Catalans.
Injuries and Suspensions
The match will see the absence of Asano (muscle injury), Lllabres (muscle injury), Muriqi (muscle injury), and Van der Heijden (muscle injury).
Interesting Betting Trends
- Valeri Fernandez played only 15 minutes in the last two matches but managed to score the winning goals
- The Pirates are on a streak of three away victories, and a win today would bring them closer to the fantastic run of 2004 when they won five consecutive away matches
Projected Lineup: Roman - Mohica, Copete, Rayllo, Morey - Asano, Darder, Samu, Morlanes, Larin - Prats.
Trends
Bet Exact Score 1:1
Two of the last five matches for the guests ended in a draw
7.60Bet «Mallorca» to score in the second half
This bet has been successful in the last two games
1.65Bet «Espanyol» to score in the first half
This bet has hit in three of the last six matches
2.18Tip and bets
Both teams have had time to rest and can now focus on their attacking play, which not only delights the fans but could also yield positive results. Few expect a spectacular match from this matchup, but we are backing the attackers and their high conversion rates, making this our betting choice.
Our prediction is that both teams will score, and we are placing our bet on this at odds of 2.17.
Match Outcome Bet
Today it's difficult to favor one team over the other; both sides are quite evenly matched in strength and motivation, and this encounter is crucial for them. The visitors are in excellent form, but the Catalans will have home support and a strong desire to secure important tournament points. We believe a draw is a likely outcome, which could satisfy both teams.
Prediction - draw at 3.20
Corners Bet
It’s likely both teams will focus on defense, so don’t expect many corners. Additionally, this outcome has occurred in three of the last six matches for the visitors.
Our prediction - total under 8.5 corners with odds of 1.96
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