FC Barcelona vs Real Mallorca, Prediction, Odds and Betting Tips 08/03/2024

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FC Barcelona vs Real Mallorca	March 8, 2024, 3:00 PM ET
FC Barcelona odds	-210
Real Mallorca odds	+560
Draw	+359
Over\Under	2.5 -130 /+110

FC Barcelona vs Real Mallorca. Shape of the Teams

After defeating Girona with a narrow 1-0 victory and Real Sociedad after a nail-biting penalty shootout in the Copa del Rey, could Real Mallorca pull off another shock against a Spanish heavyweight?

This seems like a tall order, but it leaves fans wondering: How will Barcelona react in this turmoil, while Mallorca just landed in the Copa del Rey final to lock horns with Athletic Club – a twist nobody ever saw coming.

On the other hand, Barcelona are enjoying a pretty good streak and was last defeated by Villarreal (3-5) in a very odd match full of goals.

However, they have secured three victories and three draws since that game. This includes the 1-1 draw against Napoli in the Champions League, with the return in Barcelona taking place next week.

It is important for Barcelona to maintain this momentum and confidence. But it won’t be easy, with Ronald Araújo suspended due to his accumulation of yellow cards. Frenkie de Jong and Pedri – both injured in the last game – are still unavailable.

💪 Xavi on Barça’s chances to win La Liga: “We’re not going to throw in the towel, we are going to battle until the end.” #BarçaMallorca pic.twitter.com/dWbk8FXFxy
— FC Barcelona (@FCBarcelona) March 7, 2024

Barcelona might have to find a way to play without the two midfielders, as their injuries foreshadow absences that will last at least a month.

Alejandro Baldé is also on the long list of injuries, hinting at a tie that might be a little harder than suggested on paper. Mallorca lurks in the shadows, ready to spring another surprise despite languishing near the bottom as Barcelona holds the third spot.

FC Barcelona vs Real Mallorca Match Info

Date and Kickoff Time: Friday, March 8, 3:00 PM ET
Stadium: Estadio Olímpico Lluís Companys
Location: Barcelona, Spain
Last match: Real Mallorca – FC Barcelona : 2-2 (September 29, 2023, La Liga)

FC Barcelona vs Real Mallorca, Odds

Pick: FC Barcelona to win
Odds: -210 (Tonybet)

Without Frenkie de Jong and Pedri – the strongest individuals in Barcelona’s XI – the plan would have been obvious: play through the midfield and circulate the ball as much as possible

However, this is impossible now, with Gündogan remaining the only survivor.

One wonders why, out of everyone, it’s the thirty-three-year-old instead of Gavi, Pedri, or Frenkie de Jong. But this shows the unpredictable nature of football. For the game against Mallorca, Xavi is now tasked with fielding a depleted midfield comprising Oriol Romeu, Fermín López, and, technically, Sergi Roberto and Andreas Christensen.

It becomes tougher as prodigy Lamine Yamal – the teenager who has shattered expectations of how good young players can be – is said to be in some discomfort, according to the latest reports. This means he will be sidelined as the club opts for a cautious approach to avoid the pitfalls encountered with Pedri’s overuse.

This situation would lead to the conclusion that Barcelona should play through the wings, but this strategy becomes more complicated with Yamal gone. The question then becomes, what is the game plan?

This is the surprising thing Fermín did in Barça’s last match against Mallorca… 😱https://t.co/lSz45jL9gX
— FC Barcelona (@FCBarcelona) March 5, 2024

The best idea would be to use the +1 advantage that Pau Cubarsí brings with him and push further up the field. This could be the right time to unleash João Félix and pair him with João Cancelo.

Barcelona vs Real Mallorca Betting Tip

Pick: Ilkay Gündogan to score
Odds: +265 (Tonybet)

In a world of forwards, there is one player I’d rather bet on for goal contributions: Ilkay Gündogan.

Gündogan is not only the last man standing in Barcelona’s gala XI amidst a spate of injuries but also the most consistent player. He’s adapted well to Barcelona after 7 years at Manchester City. He’s involved in all phases of the game, positioning him as my favourite to figure on the scoring sheet come Friday.

We are ready.
— FC Barcelona (@FCBarcelona) March 3, 2024

Gündogan embodies the versatility of a Swiss knife – well-rounded and able to serve multiple purposes simultaneously. His recent tactical deployment further upfield has worked wonders for him and the team.

However, he still lacks goal contributions compared to his tenure at Manchester City, where fans saw him score week after week – a reflection of the contrasting dynamics at Barcelona.

With Yamal unlikely to play in the frontline, Barcelona lacks a true creative leader. Although Lewandowski tries to, he has never been that type of striker, while João Félix has been inconsistent as always.

Therefore, there is only one man to fill the void – and that would be Gündogan. His knack for orchestrating chances has been a standout feature throughout the season. This makes him the prime candidate to bridge the creative gap in Barcelona’s upcoming fixture.

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