Mallorca vs. Atletico Madrid - prediction, team news, lineups

The upcoming La Liga clash between Mallorca and Atletico Madrid on November 10, 2024, presents an intriguing matchup. Currently, Mallorca occupies the eighth position in the league table with a record of five wins, three draws, and four losses. In contrast, Atletico Madrid holds third place with six wins, five draws, and only one defeat. This game is pivotal for both teams; while Mallorca aims to enhance their standing in the league, Atletico seeks to maintain their pursuit of Real Madrid at the top of the table.

Eighth-placed RCD Mallorca will be looking to return to winning ways when the host Diego Simeone’s Atletico Madrid, who have been on a roll of late. The home team have accumulated 18 points in their 12 league outings thanks to five wins, three draws and four defeats.

While Los Bermellones did have a decent start to the new season, they have only won once since the start of October. Having been winless in their last two outings they will be eager to get things back on track, but it won’t be easy to go past the team from Madrid.

Mallorca possible starting lineup: Greif; Maffeo, Valjent, Raillo, Mojica; Navarro, Morlanes, Costa, Darder; Muriqi, Larin

Atletico Madrid possible starting lineup: Oblak; Molina, Gimenez, Lenglet, Galan; Riquelme, De Paul, Koke, Gallagher; Alvarez, Griezmann

Dani Rodriguez has been an integral part of Mallorca this season. His heroics in the middle of the park have been very crucial for the Pirates. Rodriguez is known for his work rate, physical presence and playmaking abilities.

He is an influential figure for the Red Devils and has stood up to the occasion with his experience and winning mentality. Moreover, with two goals and three assists, he has five goal contributions to his name.

Mallorca did have an impressive start to the new campaign, but they have been inconsistent of late. The home side have struggled to get the desired results of late having won just one out of their last four league games.

Meanwhile, Atletico Madrid have been on a roll winning their last three games, and they do have the quality in their ranks to make it four in a row. The Hard Tackle takes a closer at both teams and tries to predict the tactics they could put to use.

Predictions for this match lean towards an Atletico victory with a predicted scoreline of 2-1. The anticipated lineups suggest a tactical battle between two formations; Mallorca is expected to deploy a 4-4-2 system while Atletico may also opt for a similar setup. This clash not only showcases individual talents but also highlights strategic approaches from both managers as they vie for crucial points in La Liga.

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Sarah H

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