Match Overview
Valencia meet Mallorca in a La Liga fixture that could have immediate implications for mid-table positioning. The hosts aim to sharpen their home edge after recent low-scoring outings, while Mallorca arrive with a steadier away record. The last meeting was a close contest, and another tactical battle is expected given both sides’ recent trends. With little separating them in the table, fine margins are likely to decide the result.
- Fixture: Valencia vs Mallorca
- Competition: La Liga
- Venue: Not provided
- Date: 19-12-2025
- Kickoff: 20:00 / 20:00 UTC
Predicted Lineups
Valencia
- Julen Agirrezabala
- Copete
- César Tárrega
- Thierry Correia
- José Gayà
- Pepelu
- Javi Guerra
- B. Santamaria
- Andre Almeida
- Diego López
- Hugo Duro
Mallorca
- L. Bergström
- J. Mojica
- M. Valjent
- Pablo Maffeo
- Mateu Morey
- Darder
- Manu Morlanes
- Samú Costa
- Omar Mascarell
- V. Muriqi
- Mateo Joseph
Injury & Suspension Report
Valencia
- A. Danjuma — Ankle injury
- E. Cömert — Injury
- Luis Rioja — Illness
- S. Dimitrievski — Muscle injury
Mallorca
- Manu Morlanes — Injury
- David López — Muscle injury
- Iván Cuéllar — Coach’s decision
- Omar Mascarell — International duty
- Dani Rodríguez — Suspended
Head-to-Head
These sides have shared a number of close encounters in recent seasons, with tight scorelines and balanced spells of control. Another cautious, efficiency-first meeting would not be a surprise.
Match Analysis & Prediction
Valencia look to leapfrog Mallorca in La Liga standings
With a small gap between the teams, the hosts have a clear incentive: turn territorial control into points. Valencia’s recent home stretch has been defined by disciplined buildup but a shortage of goals, which has kept games within one moment either way. The previous narrow defeat to Atlético Madrid underlined that theme; structure has been solid, but the final action needs more precision.
Hugo Duro remains the main reference in attack, having delivered consistently in the league and particularly at home. Valencia’s route to improvement is clear: quicker combinations into the box and better shot selection to complement the midfield’s control. If they raise the tempo in the final third, they can tilt a low-margin contest in their favor.
Mallorca’s away trend and direct threat
Mallorca travel with a steady away record, including two wins and a draw in their last five on the road and six goals across those matches. Their approach has been pragmatic: stay compact, contest midfield duels, and take chances when they come. That formula has kept them competitive against similarly placed opponents.
Personnel availability is a consideration, with listed absences and decisions affecting midfield options. Even so, V. Muriqi provides a focal point for direct play and set-piece danger, while the full-backs can push selectively to support transitions. If Mallorca manage game state and limit turnovers, they can frustrate and counter.
Key battlegrounds and momentum
The midfield screen on both sides will set the rhythm. For Valencia, Pepelu and Javi Guerra’s distribution can pin Mallorca deeper if the ball moves quickly enough. For the visitors, winning second balls and using Samú Costa’s industry will be crucial to spring Muriqi or isolate defenders in wide channels.
Recent meetings have leaned low scoring, and both current trends point the same way: compact shapes, few clear chances, and set pieces carrying weight. One decisive moment could separate the sides.
Prediction: Valencia 1-0 Mallorca, with limited chances and the hosts edging it through a single high-quality opportunity.