Mediterranean Mediocrity: Mallorca and Elche Battle for Respectability
Average Futmetrix Score: 48/100. Two teams mired in mid-table limbo face off in a low-stakes affair that struggles to justify airtime beyond the island faithful.
The Setup
Mallorca has won just two of seven home matches (28.6% home win rate), while Elche has lost three of their last five. The balance here is fragile: both sides are treading water, neither capable of pulling decisively ahead. Form is inconsistent across the board—no momentum, no clear narrative beyond survival.
Key Battle
Vedat Muriqi (3 goals in 5 matches) represents Mallorca's only genuine attacking threat, but he faces a resolute Iñaki Peña, whose defensive focus (8.2 rating across four appearances) has been Elche's backbone. The Kosovo striker must find pockets Peña is determined to seal shut.
Our Prediction
Goalless draw. Mallorca press at home but lack the cutting edge to break through. Elche sit deep, invite pressure, and escape with a point. Leo Román (4 saves on debut) and Matías Dituro (9.2 rating) become the match's true heroes. Final: 0-0.
Key Questions
Should I watch this match?
Skip this one. Defensive football with low stakes rarely delivers drama.
What's the predicted outcome?
0-0. Both keepers will shine; clear-cut chances will be rare.
Where are Mallorca and Elche in the league table?
Mallorca 16th (13 points), Elche 11th (16 points). Both fighting to avoid deeper trouble.
What is Elche's current form?
Patchy: LDDLL. Three defeats in five, but draws keep hope alive.
Who is the in-form player to watch?
Vedat Muriqi: 3 goals in 5 matches, 7.4 rating. His finishing will determine Mallorca's attacking threat.
Why is this match rated 48/100?
Our Futmetrix algorithm analyzed intensity, balance, and stakes. The final score of 48/100 places this match in the "Average" category.