Real Valladolid vs Mallorca Prediction 27.09.2024 | LaLiga

• Competition: Spain - LaLiga
• Date: Friday, 27th, September 2024
• Kickoff: 20:00 UK / 21.00 CEST
• Venue: Estadio Jose Zorrilla (Valladolid)

Real Valladolid will look to keep their fortress, Estadio Jose Zorrilla, unbreached as they host in-form Mallorca in round eight of La Liga on Friday.

The players clad in white and purple have turned into a "yo-yo club" over the past few years, as they have fluctuated between the second division and top flight in the last four seasons, meaning that staying in the highest league will be their main focus this term. They marked their return to La Liga in impressive fashion by edging past fellow promoted side Espanyol 1-0, but since that victory, they have fallen into a rut, claiming just two points from their next six top-flight fixtures, resulting in a slide down to the relegation spots.

During Javier Aguirre's three-year tenure, the club from the Balearic Islands achieved remarkable success by staying in the top flight and reaching the Copa del Rey final last season, so it will be intriguing to see if the new boss can replicate the Mexican's achievements. Fortunately, Son Moix supporters have reasons to be optimistic as their new coach Jagoba Arrasate has guided them to commendable 11 points from the opening seven matches, which has positioned them fifth in the standings, only one point shy of fourth-place Atletico Madrid.

Real Valladolid vs Mallorca Betting Tips: 1X (DOUBLE CHANCE)

While Mallorca's market value is significantly higher than that of the club owned by Ronaldo Luis Nazário de Lima, we anticipate a fierce battle where a draw could serve as a satisfactory outcome for both teams. Despite enduring a frustrating spell of form with no wins in their last six matches, it’s reassuring to note that Valladolid has proven to be a tough opponent at home, as they remain unbeaten in their first three home games while keeping a clean sheet in each. 

It's true that the club from the Balearic Islands are brimming with confidence after three wins (two in a row) from their last four LaLiga outings, but it’s important to note that Mallorca have struggled against Pucela in recent years, managing to claim only one victory from the last nine H2Hs across all competitions. In their most recent encounter, the two rivals delivered a captivating showdown that concluded with a six-goal stalemate, leading us to believe that the tenacious Valladolid will manage to keep their Jose Zorrilla as an unassailable stronghold.