Preview and Analysis of the Match
The upcoming Spanish La Liga match between Mallorca and Osasuna is scheduled to take place at the Iberostar Stadium in Palma de Mallorca. Both teams have experienced recent losing streaks, with Osasuna losing the past two matches and Mallorca having won only one point from their past four matches.
Mallorca has a better chance of avoiding relegation as they finished 16th last season and are currently placed 11th, while Osasuna is currently placed ninth in La Liga’s table. Despite their recent struggles, Mallorca has won against Barcelona and Villarreal in previous matches before their slump.
Osasuna won the first league meeting between the teams this season with a 10-home victory in January. However, Mallorca is favored to win according to Caesars Sportsbook with odds of +120, while Osasuna is listed as +295 underdogs.
Expert Picks and Analysis
SportsLine soccer insider Jon “Buckets” Eimer has provided his expert betting picks and analysis for the match. Eimer’s best bet is Over 1.5 Goals, but he also has another confident best bet for the match.
Mallorca plays physical defense, blocks shots, and has a strong goalkeeper. Los Piratas striker Vedat Muriqi has a team-high 10 goals. On the other hand, Osasuna should be able to control possession again since they held the ball for 63% of the January match.
Osasuna leads La Liga with six road draws and put up a fight all season in away matches. They are up 10 on aggregate over Athletic Bilbao in the Copa del Rey semifinals. Ezequiel Avila has a team-high seven goals for Osasuna, and Aitor Fernandez has a 74.5 save percentage and six clean sheets in 14 matches.
Betting Odds and Conclusion
Both teams are struggling in recent matches, but Mallorca has an opportunity to bounce back with a win against Osasuna. Caesars Sportsbook lists Mallorca as +120 favorites (risk $100 to win $120) in its latest Mallorca vs. Osasuna odds, while Osasuna are +295 underdogs, and a draw is priced at +185.
Overall, the upcoming Spanish La Liga match between Mallorca and Osasuna promises to be an exciting event for soccer fans all around the world. With expert analysis, betting picks, and odds favoring Mallorca, the team has a good chance to secure a vital win in the ongoing league competition.
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