Sevilla vs Mallorca Prediction & Betting Tips (18 October)

Dominant, sparkling, motivating, driven by the desire to do well, this is how to sum up Sevilla FC during their marvelous victory against Barça just before the international break 4-1. You even wonder why the Andalusian club doesn't play this way all the time, with this same desire and determination. The fact remains that Matias Almeyda is righting the ship of the Pizjuan residents with four successes in the last six performances in La Liga and only one defeat, for the reception of Villarreal 1-2. Aside from Barcelona, ​​Sevilla beat Rayo Vallecano 0-1, Alaves 1-2 and Girona on the road 0-2. You would have understood, against Barcelona, ​​the 7 times winner of the Europa League won their first match of the season at home. In the ranking, Sevilla returned to 6th place.

Last season, Mallorca had started well and at this stage of the competition, was fighting for a place in the top 6-7. The seasons follow each other but are not alike and this saying takes on its full meaning when we look at the alarmist situation of the Mallorcans who are last in the elite with only one success to their credit, on the smallest score against Alaves at home 1-0. Thinking they had finally launched their season, the RCD immediately lost at the San Mames in Bilbao just before the international break 2-1. Away, the Mallorcan team had already lost at Anoeta de la Real Sociedad 1-0, in Llobregat against Espanyol Barcelona 3-2 and at the Estadio Santiago Bernabéu against Real Madrid 2-1.

The tactical battle is expected to hinge on Sevilla’s ability to exploit Mallorca’s defensive frailties. Sevilla’s recent lineup against Elche featured a balanced mix of youth and experience, with César Azpilicueta anchoring the backline and Lucien Agoumé providing midfield stability. Mallorca’s last starting XI included Leo Román in goal and a back three of Raíllo, Valjent, and Kumbulla, who will be tasked with containing Sevilla’s dynamic front line. The match will be held at Estadio Ramón Sánchez-Pizjuán, a venue where Sevilla traditionally performs well. With both teams eager to secure crucial points, expect a high-intensity encounter with strategic adjustments from both benches.

Given the current form and squad dynamics, Sevilla holds a slight edge heading into this fixture. Their attacking trio of Romero, Adams, and Sánchez has been more productive than Mallorca’s frontline, and their midfield creativity could be the deciding factor. Mallorca will likely rely on Muriqi’s physical presence and hope for moments of brilliance from Darder and Joseph. While Mallorca may find the net through a counterattack or set piece, Sevilla’s superior ball control and home advantage should see them through. Our prediction for this match is a 2-1 victory for Sevilla, a scoreline that reflects both teams’ recent performances and tactical tendencies.