Mallorca vs Sevilla

The relegation battle and the hunt for mid-table security collide this Monday, February 2, 2026, as Mallorca hosts Sevilla at the Estadio Mallorca Son Moix. With only three points separating these two historic Spanish clubs, this Matchday 22 fixture carries immense weight for the second half of the season.

While Mallorca is fighting to escape the bottom three, Sevilla is desperate to prove that their recent resurgence under Matías Almeyda is more than just a flash in the pan. Below is our comprehensive Mallorca vs Sevilla prediction, squad analysis, and tactical preview.

Match Details

• Fixture: RCD Mallorca vs Sevilla FC

• Competition: La Liga EA Sports (Matchday 22)

• Date: Monday, February 2, 2026

• Time: 20:00 UTC / 21:00 CET

• Venue: Estadio Mallorca Son Moix, Palma

• Referee: Cesar Soto Grado

Pre-Match Analysis: High Stakes in Palma

Mallorca: The Home Fortress Under Pressure

Under the guidance of Jagoba Arrasate, Mallorca has become a team of two halves. On the road, they have struggled significantly, but at the Son Moix, they remain a daunting prospect. Currently sitting in 18th place with 21 points, the Islanders are in the relegation zone but are only one point away from safety.

Mallorca’s strategy revolves heavily around their talismanic striker Vedat Muriqi. The Kosovan international has been in scintillating form, netting 14 goals this season—nearly 60% of the team's total output. Arrasate will look to exploit Sevilla’s depleted backline by using Muriqi's aerial dominance and the creative crossing of Johan Mojica.

Sevilla: Almeyda’s Tactical Overhaul

Sevilla arrives in Mallorca in 14th place with 24 points. It has been a turbulent season for the Andalusians, but the appointment of Matías Almeyda has brought a renewed sense of aggression and "Grinta" to the squad. They are coming off a vital 2-1 win over Athletic Bilbao, a result that snapped a worrying winless streak.

However, Sevilla’s "Achilles' heel" remains their away form. They haven't tasted victory on the road since late September, conceding an average of two goals per game in their last six away trips. To take points from Palma, Almeyda must find a way to stabilize a defense that is currently missing several key starters due to suspension and injury.

Head-to-Head (H2H) Statistics

Historically, Sevilla has dominated this fixture, but the tide has turned recently. Mallorca won the reverse fixture 3-1 at the Ramón Sánchez Pizjuán in October, and they are currently on a three-match unbeaten run against the Nervionenses.

Team News & Predicted Lineups

Mallorca Team News

Jagoba Arrasate is dealing with a few defensive headaches. Antonio Raíllo and Marash Kumbulla are both major doubts, which could force a makeshift center-back pairing. On a positive note, Manu Morlanes has been passed fit and is available for selection in the midfield.

• Key Absences: Antonio Raíllo (Doubt), Marash Kumbulla (Doubt), Toni Lato (Injury).

• Player to Watch: Vedat Muriqi. With his 14-goal haul, he is the undisputed danger man.

Sevilla Team News

The visitors are ravaged by absences. Nemanja Gudelj is suspended after picking up his fifth yellow card, and Marcão remains sidelined by a long-term sports court suspension. The injury list is equally daunting, with Tanguy Nianzou and Rubén Vargas both out with hamstring issues.

• Key Absences: Nemanja Gudelj (Suspended), Marcão (Suspended), Tanguy Nianzou (Injury), Rubén Vargas (Injury), Adnan Januzaj (Doubt).

• Player to Watch: Akor Adams. The striker has 6 goals this season and will be the focal point of Almeyda’s counter-attacking system.

Predicted Starting Lineups

Mallorca (4-2-3-1):

Leo Román; Maffeo, Valjent, David López, Mojica; Samu Costa, Omar Mascarell; Antonio Sánchez, Sergi Darder, Jan Virgili; Vedat Muriqi.

Sevilla (5-3-2):

Vlachodimos; Carmona, Kike Salas, Castrín, Juanlu Sánchez, Gabriel Suazo; Agoumé, Batista Mendy, Djibril Sow; Isaac Romero, Akor Adams.

Mallorca vs Sevilla Prediction

This is a classic "six-pointer." Mallorca needs the win to climb out of the red zone, while Sevilla needs to distance themselves from the bottom three. Given Mallorca’s strong home record (only one loss in their last six at Son Moix) and Sevilla’s defensive absentees, the Islanders enter as slight favorites.

However, Almeyda’s Sevilla has shown grit in recent weeks. We expect a physical, cagey affair where set-pieces play a massive role.

Final Score Prediction: Mallorca 1-1 Sevilla

Top Betting Tips:

1. Both Teams to Score (BTTS): Yes. Mallorca has scored in nine consecutive home games, while Sevilla has conceded in six straight away matches.

2. Under 2.5 Goals. Historically, this fixture at the Son Moix is low-scoring, with the last five meetings in Palma producing fewer than three goals.

3. Anytime Goalscorer: Vedat Muriqi. If Mallorca scores, it’s almost certainly through their big number seven.

4. Card Market: Over 4.5 Yellow Cards. Sevilla leads the league in fouls committed, and with a high-stakes relegation battle, expect the referee to be busy.