Espanyol vs Mallorca | La Liga 2025-26 Soccer Match Preview & Analysis

RCD Espanyol vs Mallorca at the RCDE Stadium in a pivotal La Liga encounter that could define both clubs’ early-season trajectory. The Catalan hosts find themselves in 16th position with just 2 points from 3 matches, desperately seeking their first victory under Vicente Moreno’s guidance.

Mallorca arrive in a confident mood, sitting 10th with 4 points, buoyed by their impressive 2-1 victory over Sevilla last weekend that demonstrated their capability to trouble established La Liga sides.

Both teams are eager to establish momentum in Spain’s top flight; this fixture promises tactical intrigue and the fierce competitive spirit that characterizes encounters between these historically competitive clubs.

Espanyol vs Mallorca Soccer Match, team news, H2H, lineups, and prediction

Espanyol vs Mallorca Match Preview, H2H, Lineups & Prediction

RCD Espanyol vs RCD Mallorca in a crucial early-season encounter as both clubs seek to establish themselves in Spain’s top flight. Espanyol begin their campaign under new manager Vicente Moreno, aiming to combine defensive stability with quick transition play.

Mallorca, guided by Vicente Moreno’s former assistant Xavi Bartolo, have impressed with their physical intensity and tactical discipline.

Date: Sunday, September 14, 2025
Time: 16:15 CEST (15:15 UTC)
Venue: RCDE Stadium, Barcelona, Spain
Competition: La Liga 2025–26 (Matchday 4)

Recent Form

Espanyol – Last 5 La Liga Matches

Sep 6: D 1-1 vs Real Betis (Home)
Aug 31: D 0-0 vs Cádiz (Away)
Aug 24: L 0-2 vs Villarreal (Away)
May 11: W 2-0 vs Getafe (Home)*
May 4: D 1-1 vs Alavés (Away)*

Mallorca – Last 5 La Liga Matches

Sep 6: W 2-1 vs Sevilla (Home)
Aug 31: D 0-0 vs Osasuna (Away)
Aug 24: L 1-3 vs Atlético Madrid (Away)
May 11: L 0-1 vs Athletic Bilbao (Away)*
May 4: W 3-2 vs Real Sociedad (Home)*

*End of last season

Head to Head

In the last five meetings in all competitions, Espanyol hold a slight advantage with 2 wins, Mallorca have 1 victory, and 2 draws. Their most recent competitive fixture ended in a 1-1 draw at Son Moix in March 2025.

Key Player Battles

Joselu (Espanyol ST) vs. Vedat Muriqi (Mallorca ST)
Keidi Bare (Espanyol CM) vs. Fran Gámez (Mallorca CM)
Marc Roca (Espanyol DM) vs. Aleix Febas (Mallorca AM)

Espanyol vs Mallorca Predicted Lineups

Espanyol Prediction XI (4-4-2):

Diego López; Óscar Gil, Sergi Gómez, David López, Fran Mérida; Keidi Bare, Marc Roca, Javi Puado, Rubén Sánchez; Joselu, Raúl de Tomás

Mallorca Prediction XI (4-2-3-1):

Manolo Reina; Pablo Maffeo, Brian Olivan, Antonio Raíllo, Lio Baptistão; Vedat Muriqi; Aleix Febas, Fran Gámez; Salva Sevilla; Fer Niño

Tactical Outlook

Espanyol (4-4-2): Emphasize defensive solidity, wing-play via Rubi† and Óscar Gil, and quick vertical passes.
Mallorca (4-2-3-1): Focus on pressing high, retaining possession through Aridai Cabrera, and exploiting wide areas.

†Manageric change mid-season to Moreno

Match Prediction

Espanyol: 2 points from 3 matches (2 draws, 1 loss), positioned 16th
Mallorca: 4 points from 3 matches (1 win, 1 draw, 1 loss), positioned 10th

Expect a close, cagey affair with both sides vying for midfield control. Espanyol’s home advantage and defensive organisation give them a slight edge, but Mallorca’s recent win over Sevilla highlights their threat on the counter.