Mallorca vs Athletic Club Predictions, Lineups and Betting Tips

Mallorca vs Athletic Club Predictions, Lineups and Betting Tips

Match Details: 17 January, 2026 | LaLiga | Estadi Mallorca Son Moix | Kick-off: 15:15 GMT

A competitive LaLiga battle as RCD Mallorca host Athletic Club in a crucial league showdown. The home side are winless in their last three La Liga matches, while Athletic Club look to consolidate their push for European places with another strong peformance on the road.

Key Betting Tip: Athletic Club to Win at 2.15 Odds

Mallorca vs Athletic Club Predicted Lineups

Mallorca(4-2-3-1):

Román; Morey, Valjent, Kumbulla, Mojica; Samú Costa, Sanchez; Mascarell, Lato, Virgilli, Muriqi

Athletic Club (4-2-3-1):

Unai Simón; Boiro, Vivian, Paredes, Gorosabel; Ruiz de Galarreta, Jauregizar; Nico Williams, Iñaki Williams, Guruzeta; Sancet

Mallorca vs Athletic Club Recent Form Analysis

Mallorca have endured a challenging run in LaLiga, with a difficult away record and a battle to find consistent wins this season. They have recently strengthened their squad and possess experienced figures like Vedat Muriqi and Samú Costa, but defensive uncertainty and goal-scoring reliability remain questions.

Athletic Club have shown solid form domestically and typically perform well away from home. With creative players like Nico Williams and strong structure under Ernesto Valverde, they often control proceedings in midfield and pose a threat on the counter. Athletic’s balanced squad depth gives them an overall edge in quality, particularly if key attackers are fit.

Previous Head-to-Head

Recent competitive meetings between these sides have been tight, with wins shared and narrow scorelines common, indicating that margins could be small again here.

28 Oct 2024 // Mallorca 0-0 Athletic Club

03 Sep 2023 // Mallorca 0-0 Athletic Club

01 May 2023 // Mallorca 1-1 Athletic Club

14 Feb 2022 // Mallorca 3-2 Athletic Club

13 Sep 2019 // Mallorca 0-0 Athletic Club

15 Dec 2012 // Mallorca 0-1 Athletic Club

04 Dec 2011 // Mallorca 1-1 Athletic Club

14 Feb 2011 // Mallorca 1-0 Athletic Club

Mallorca vs Athletic Club Predictions

Our advanced algorithm analyses over 200 data points to generate these predictions with 66.70% confidence in a BTTS Bet. The model factors in current form, head-to-head records, player availability, and tactical matchups.

Mallorca vs Athletic Club Key Betting Tip

Football Park’s Best Bet: Athletic Club to Win @ ~2.15 Odds

Athletic’s greater consistency and quality across the pitch make them a good value pick; especially if they can control the midfield and limit Mallorca’s transitional attacks. Though you may want to side with this selection at great risk, as our in-house tipser has only 6.70% confidence in this selection.

Mallorca vs Athletic Club Key Players to Watch

Vedat Muriqi (Mallorca) — The target man is Mallorca’s central goal threat, holding up play and providing focal points for attacks.

Nico Williams (Athletic Club) — Electric in transition and capable of creating chances out wide, Williams remains one of Athletic’s most dangerous attackers.

Mallorca vs Athletic Club Match Details

Referee: TBD

Broadcast: LaLiga TV

Stadium Information: Estadi Mallorca Son Moix (23,142 capacity)