Mallorca vs Real Madrid CF! LA LIGA IS BACK! Real Madrid, the reigning champions, will start their title defense away to RCD Mallorca on August 18 at 8:30 pm (UK time).
Let’s take a look at the Mallorca vs. Real Madrid team news, head-to-head stats, trends, and predictions!
MALLORCA V REAL MADRID TEAM NEWS
Real Madrid made some significant changes during the transfer window, with Nacho and Toni Kroos announcing his retirement. Nacho moved to the Saudi Arabian side Al-Qadsiah on a free transfer, while Toni Kroos retired from football. Joselu also left for Al-Gharafa SC in a €1.5m deal.
However, Real Madrid made a significant signing by acquiring Kylian Mbappe on a free transfer from Paris Saint-Germain. He now wears the #9 shirt and scored his first goal for Real Madrid in the UEFA SUPER CUP final against Atalanta CF, securing his first trophy with the team.
Additionally, Brazilian youngster Endrick made a €47.5m move to the Spanish giants. According to reports from Fabrizio Romano, Real Madrid’s transfer window has closed as they do not see anyone in the market who is at Real Madrid’s level.
However, there are rumors that Alphonso Davies might join Real Madrid for free next summer.
Carlo Ancelotti’s match conference ahead of the game against Mallorca;
Carlo Ancelotti | “Did we miss Toni Kroos? Always. Impossible to find another Toni, we will have to adapt.”
“Against Atalanta, saw Rodrygo drop back and defend in midfield, he put in a very good shift. He plays hard and contributes a lot to this side.”
“Every La Liga game is competitive, there are no easy games in Spain. You all saw how good Spain’s national team was in EUROs.”
“I am very happy when I joined in 2021 – no one thought I could still be here 3 years later with so many titles.”
“2025-26 will have a World Cup, so the season will probably start earlier; players need to rest. Maybe we will have to implement mini-breaks during the season, it’s something we are considering.”
“We try to help all new players settle and feel at home. Kylian Mbappe is no different, he’s extremely talented. He adapted quickly and he started his Real Madrid journey well.”
“Vinicius, Bellingham, Rodrygo, and Mbappe played together for the first time. Good link-up play between them. I don’t need to ‘try’ them together, they are incredible players.”
“Signing another CB? We don’t need one. Alaba will be back soon. We have some youngsters and other players who can play CB as well.”
“Jude Bellingham’s position or role will not change this season. He will play the same position as last year.”
Mallorca comes into this match with Jagoba Arrasate as their new manager.
They have also made new signings, including Johan Mojica from Villarreal, Takuma Asano from Bochum, Mateu Morey from Dortmund, Iddrisu Baba from UD Almeria, Leo Roman from Real Oviedo, Amath Ndiaye from Valladolid.
MALLORCA VS REAL MADRID HEAD-TO-HEAD
Mallorca and Real Madrid have played 42 matches so far. Although,Mallorca has won 12, Real Madrid has won 25, and 5 matches ended in a draw. On average, in their direct matches, both teams scored 3.10 goals per match.
PREVIOUS MATCHES
Mallorca – Real Madrid (13.04.2024) 0:1
Real Madrid – Mallorca (03.01.2024) 1:0
Mallorca – Real Madrid (05.02.2023) 1:0
Real Madrid – Mallorca (11.09.2022) 4:1
Mallorca – Real Madrid (14.01.2012) 1:2
MALLORCA TRENDS
There are no trends for Mallorca coming into this match.
REAL MADRID TRENDS
Real Madrid’s most recent record of 32 consecutive games in La Liga consists of no losses.
The Spanish giants are undefeated in 37 of their last 38 La Liga games.
Additionally, they have been prolific in their 19 most recent away clashes in La Liga, scoring 1+ goals in all of them.
MALLORCA VS REAL MADRID LIVE
The match Mallorca against Real Madrid can be streamed live via “www.livesports088.com“.
MALLORCA VS REAL MADRID PREDICTION
Mallorca vs. Real Madrid will be Kylian Mbappe’s first La Liga game for the Spanish giants. Therefore, we expect a free-flowing attacking game from both sides.
However, we anticipate Real Madrid’s star-studded team to win the game.
Mallorca vs Real Madrid.
Prediction: 1:3.