R.C.D. Mallorca Vs Real Sociedad 2024: Summary, Scores, Goals, Highlights, Stats,League, Game Analysis, Points, Next Fixtures And Everything To Know
Date: September 17, 2024
Venue: Visit Mallorca Estadi, Palma
Match Summary
R.C.D. Mallorca hosted Real Sociedad in a closely contested La Liga match. Both teams were looking to secure valuable points early in the season.
First Half
The first half was marked by intense midfield battles and a few clear chances for both sides.
- 35:30 – Abdón Prats scored the only goal of the match for R.C.D. Mallorca. He converted a penalty after a foul in the box, giving the home team a crucial lead. The penalty was awarded after a clumsy challenge by Real Sociedad’s defender, which the referee had no hesitation in pointing to the spot. Prats stepped up confidently and sent the goalkeeper the wrong way, also slotting the ball into the bottom right corner.
- Midfield Battle: The midfield was a battleground, with both teams fighting for control. Iddrisu Baba and Salva Sevilla were pivotal for Mallorca, breaking up play and distributing the ball effectively. Real Sociedad’s midfield trio of Mikel Merino, David Silva, and Martin Zubimendi tried to assert their dominance but found it difficult to penetrate Mallorca’s organized setup.
Second Half
The second half saw Real Sociedad pushing hard for an equalizer, but Mallorca’s defense held firm.
Mallorca’s defense, led by Antonio Raíllo and José Copete, was resolute. They blocked several attempts from Real Sociedad and also made crucial interceptions. Goalkeeper Predrag Rajković was also in fine form, making a couple of key saves to keep his team in the lead.
Despite dominating possession (60%), Real Sociedad struggled to break down Mallorca’s organized defense. Key players like Mikel Oyarzabal and Brais Méndez were kept quiet by Mallorca’s disciplined approach. Sociedad’s best chance came in the 75th minute when Alexander Isak found himself one-on-one with Rajković, but the goalkeeper made a brilliant save to deny him.
Both teams made several substitutions in the second half. Mallorca brought on fresh legs to maintain their defensive solidity, while Real Sociedad introduced more attacking players in an attempt to find an equalizer. However, Mallorca’s tactical discipline ensured they held onto their lead.
Final Score: R.C.D. Mallorca 1 – 0 Real Sociedad
Match Statistics
- R.C.D. Mallorca:
- Goals: 1
- Yellow Cards: 1
- Also Red Cards: 0
- Ball Possession: 40%
- Shots on Target: 4
- Also Shots Off Target: 6
- Shots Blocked: 1
- Corner Kicks: 5
- Also Free Kicks: 11
- Offsides: 3
- Goal Kicks: 10
- Also Throw-Ins: 13
- Fouls: 5
- Real Sociedad:
- Goals: 0
- Yellow Cards: 1
- Also Red Cards: 0
- Ball Possession: 60%
- Shots on Target: 5
- Also Shots Off Target: 6
- Shots Blocked: 2
- Corner Kicks: 5
- Free Kicks: 8
- Offsides: 1
- Also Goal Kicks: 9
- Throw-Ins: 19
- Fouls: 10
Analysis
R.C.D. Mallorca’s victory was a result of their solid defensive performance and clinical finishing. Abdón Prats’ penalty was the decisive moment, and the team’s disciplined approach ensured they held onto their lead. Real Sociedad, despite having more possession and shots on target, couldn’t find a way past Mallorca’s defense.
R.C.D. Mallorca’s win over Real Sociedad is a significant boost for their La Liga campaign. The team’s defensive solidity and ability to capitalize on key moments were also crucial in securing the three points. Real Sociedad will need to regroup and find ways to convert their possession into goals in future matches.
