Match Analysis: Real Sociedad vs Mallorca – Prediction
Match Details
- Date: 2025-09-24
- Time: 7:30 PM UTC
- Location: Reale Arena, San Sebastian, Spain
Game Overview
Real Sociedad and Mallorca face off in a tightly contested La Liga match at the Reale Arena. Both teams find themselves struggling near the bottom of the standings early in the season, with Real Sociedad currently 18th and Mallorca 19th, each having earned only 2 points from 3 matches. Recent form indicates challenges on both sides, with Mallorca having edged Real Sociedad 2-0 in their previous meeting in April 2025 and a mixed record in the last five head-to-head encounters.
Key Factors to Consider
- Both sides have shown weak starts to the season; Real Sociedad have yet to earn a win and have lost two of their last three games. Mallorca similarly have a poor record, with two draws and a loss. Offensively, Mallorca's Vedat Muriqi leads with 3 goals in limited appearances, while Real Sociedad's Mikel Oyarzabal and Alexander Barrenetxea contribute on attack but with modest scoring outputs. Defensive frailties have also been evident with neither team recording clean sheets in recent fixtures.
- In the last five meetings, Mallorca have slightly edged Real Sociedad with two wins, including a 2-0 victory in April 2025, a 1-0 win in September 2024, and one draw. Real Sociedad managed a 2-1 win in February 2024 and a draw in a cup match, highlighting a competitive but currently Mallorca-favored rivalry.
- Specific injury data is limited in the available information, but no major absences for key starters have been noted for either side, which suggests both teams will field near full-strength squads.
- The match takes place at Real Sociedad’s home stadium, the Reale Arena, which could confer a slight advantage. No significant weather or other external conditions are reported to affect the match outcome.
- Both teams are under pressure to improve from disappointing season starts, increasing the motivation to secure vital points. The home advantage for Real Sociedad may add urgency on their part to break their winless streak, while Mallorca will be keen to continue their recent dominance in the head-to-head series.
Odds and Predictions
| Category | Odds | Prediction | Confidence |
|---|---|---|---|
| Moneyline | Mallorca: 3.9, Real Sociedad: -1.33, Draw: 2.55 | Real Sociedad win | ★★★☆☆ 60% |
| Spread | Mallorca +75: -1.18, Real Sociedad -0.75: -1.02 | Real Sociedad -0.75 | ★★★☆☆ 55% |
| Over/under | Over 2.25: -1.1, Under 2.25: -1.1 | Under 2.25 goals | ★★★☆☆ 65% |
Top EV Betting Odds
Discover the best value bets based on our EV analysis.
| Market | EV Pick |
|---|---|
| Moneyline | Real Sociedad -4% |
| Spread | N/A |
| Over/Under | Under 2.25 15% |
🔥 Best Value Pick: Under 2.25 at 15% EV | Suggested Bet Size: 16% (Kelly Criterion)
Predicted Outcome
A competitive match is expected given the teams' form and close league positions, with a slight edge to Real Sociedad at home to secure a narrow victory or draw. Given Mallorca's better recent head-to-head results, a cautious approach is likely from both, possibly leading to a low-scoring encounter.
Predicted Score: 1-0