Real Madrid is set to embark on a journey to Saudi Arabia, where they will face RCD Mallorca in the semi-finals of the Spanish Super Cup. The team enters the match brimming with confidence, having recently regained their dominance at the top of the LaLiga standings after a brief dip in form at the beginning of the season. Under the experienced management of Carlo Ancelotti, few observers would wager against their ability to deliver an impressive performance in the ongoing Champions League campaign.
Real Madrid and Mallorca is slated to kick off at 7 PM GMT on Thursday, January 9, 2025, at the King Abdullah Sports City Stadium in Jeddah.
Mallorca's season has been a mix of highs and lows. After finishing as runners-up in the Copa del Rey, they secured their place in the Super Cup. Currently, they are sixth in LaLiga, showcasing moments of quality football under the guidance of coach Jagoba Arrasate. Despite being viewed as the underdogs in this semi-final, Mallorca possesses the capability of pulling off a surprise victory.
For fans eager to catch the action, the match will be broadcast live on Movistar Plus. Subscribers to the platform can also enjoy a live stream of the game through the Movistar Plus app. Additionally, Standard Sport will provide live coverage through a dedicated match blog, allowing fans to follow every moment of the encounter.
In terms of team news, Real Madrid will welcome back Vinicius Junior, who is eligible to play despite receiving a red card against Valencia last week. His two-game suspension applies only to LaLiga matches, meaning he could also be available for the final if Madrid progresses. However, the squad will be without the services of defenders Dani Carvajal and Eder Militao, both sidelined due to injuries. Jesus Vallejo will also miss the match for the same reason. While David Alaba has been included in the squad, he is unlikely to see any action as he continues his recovery from a long-term injury.
The last encounter between these two teams took place on August 18, 2024, when they faced each other at Estadi Mallorca Son Moix, resulting in a 1-1 draw. Rodrygo found the net for Real Madrid, while Vedat Muriqi equalized for Mallorca.
Given Real Madrid's recent form and their depth of talent, predictions favor them to secure a victory, with a likely scoreline of 3-1 against Mallorca.
Zainab Y.
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