Girona Vs Mallorca

Girona's quest to avoid relegation in La Liga intensifies this Monday evening as they host Mallorca at Estadi Montilivi. Currently positioned 16th with 35 points, Girona sits just three points above the drop zone, making this fixture crucial in their fight for survival. Meanwhile, Mallorca, occupying 10th place with 44 points, aims to secure a spot in European competitions next season.

The Catalan side, under the guidance of coach Míchel, has experienced a challenging season following their impressive third-place finish in the previous campaign, which earned them a historic Champions League qualification. This season, however, they've managed only nine wins in 33 matches and are enduring an 11-game winless streak, with their last victory dating back to early February. Their recent 1-1 draw against Leganés ended a four-match losing run but did little to alleviate relegation concerns. Defensive frailties have been evident, as they haven't kept a clean sheet since January.

In response to the slump, Míchel is turning to seasoned players like Cristhian Stuani and Portu to lead the charge. Stuani, the team's top scorer with eight goals, is expected to spearhead the attack alongside Portu and possibly Viktor Tsygankov. The midfield may feature Yangel Herrera and Arthur Melo, while the defense could see a trio of Daley Blind, Ladislav Krejčí, and David López.

Mallorca, on the other hand, remains in contention for European qualification, sitting level on points with eighth-placed Osasuna. Despite a recent dip in form—securing only one win in their last five league outings—they are just two points shy of seventh-placed Celta Vigo, a position that could grant Europa League access . Their away form, however, has been inconsistent, with only one victory in their last five road games.

Historically, Mallorca has had the upper hand in this fixture, winning the last two encounters, including a 2-1 victory earlier this season. Nevertheless, Girona will draw inspiration from their 5-3 triumph over Mallorca at Montilivi during the 2023-24 season .

As the season nears its conclusion, both teams have much at stake. Girona seeks to halt their downward spiral and secure top-flight status, while Mallorca aims to capitalize on their position and clinch European competition. The outcome of this match could significantly influence the trajectories of both clubs.