Mallorca's Home Test: Can They Bounce Back Against Sevilla?
Mallorca welcome Sevilla to the Visit Mallorca Estadi on Tuesday, looking to recover from a disappointing start to the season.
The hosts fell to a 1-0 defeat against CA Osasuna in their opening fixture, while Sevilla suffered a 2-1 home loss to Villarreal CF. Both sides will be eager to secure their first points of the campaign in this early season clash.
The match kicks off at 1:00 PM BST and will be broadcast live on ESPN+.
Looking back at last season, Mallorca finished in a respectable 17th place, scoring 33 goals but conceding 54. Sevilla, however, had a more inconsistent season, finishing 10th with a goal differential of -6.
Key players to watch for Mallorca include Vedat Muriqi, who bagged seven goals last season, and Abdon Prats Bastidas, who added six goals. Sergi Darder is a creative force in midfield, having created 46 chances last season, leading to five assists.
For Sevilla, Dodi Lukebakio Ngandoli will be looking to continue his scoring form after netting their only goal in their opening game. Isaac Romero Bernal, another key attacking threat, scored four times last season. Ivan Rakitic, the experienced midfielder, will be crucial in dictating the tempo and creating chances for his team.
This match presents an early test for both sides. Mallorca will be hoping for a home advantage to help them bounce back from their opening defeat, while Sevilla will be aiming to build momentum after a disappointing start. With both teams possessing attacking talent and a desire to secure victory, this encounter promises to be a fiercely contested affair.
