Mallorca and Celta de Vigo are both in the midst of a competitive La Liga season, making this match pivotal for their respective campaigns. Mallorca, with an average possession of 47.54%, will need to improve their ball control against Celta de Vigo, who boast a higher possession rate of 51.75%. The home team has struggled offensively, averaging just 1 goal per match, while Celta de Vigo has been more prolific with 1.46 goals per game. Defensively, Mallorca concedes 1.21 goals per match, slightly better than Celta de Vigo's 1.46. However, Celta's higher expected goals (1.35) suggest they might pose a greater threat in attack.
Mallorca's strengths lie in their dribbling ability, with 18.57 dribbles per match and a success rate of 13. Meanwhile, Celta de Vigo excels in passing, averaging 514.39 passes with a success rate of 440.89. This contrast in styles will be a key factor in determining the match's outcome. Historically, Mallorca has had a slight edge in head-to-head encounters, but Celta de Vigo's current form and offensive capabilities could tip the balance in their favor.
Tactically, Mallorca may focus on a defensive setup to counter Celta's attacking threats, relying on quick counter-attacks led by Vedat Muriqi, their top scorer with 7 goals. Celta de Vigo, on the other hand, will likely emphasize ball retention and creative playmaking, spearheaded by Iago Aspas, who has netted 8 goals this season.