Barcelona continues their relentless quest for the La Liga title as they go against vs Real Mallorca at the Camp Nou on Saturday, February 7. With the Spanish Super Cup already in their trophy cabinet, Hansi Flick’s side is determined to maintain their momentum and ward off a surging Real Madrid.
Pre-Game Odds and Win Probability
Top football sportsbooks have positioned Barcelona as heavy favorites. Predictive models suggest a 76.4% to 84% win probability for the home side, while Mallorca faces steep 11/1 to 14/1 odds for an upset victory.
- Barcelona Win: 1.16 (4/25)
- Draw: 7.30 (63/10)
- Real Mallorca Win: 14.00 (13/1)
- Projected Correct Score: Barcelona 2-0 Mallorca
Barcelona Current Form: WWLWW
Under Hansi Flick, Barcelona has produced “liquid football,” amassing 55 points to lead the table by four ahead of Real Madrid. Their recent form is dominant, highlighted by a 3-1 win over Elche where Flick notably criticized his players for not being clinical enough despite generating over six expected goals (xG).
Players to Watch:
- Lamine Yamal: The 18-year-old sensation leads La Liga in big chances created (20) and has eight goals and eight assists this term.
- Ferran Torres: The club’s top scorer with 12 league goals and 16 across all competitions.
- Marcus Rashford: Enjoying a renaissance on loan with 11 goal contributions in his first 12 appearances.
Real Mallorca Current Form: DLLWL
Mallorca finds themselves in the relegation zone (18th place) with 21 points, struggling for consistency under Jagoba Arrasate. Despite their position, they have been resilient at home, but face a daunting task away at the Camp Nou.
Players to Watch:
- Vedat Muriqi: The league’s premier aerial threat, Muriqi has scored 14 goals this season, accounting for nearly 60% of his team’s total output.
- Nico Williams: A vital midfield spark, the 23-year-old leads Mallorca’s transition play with four goals and four assists.
Suggested Bets and Predictions
Odds data simulations for Barcelona vs Real Mallorca suggest Over 1.5 goals (87% probability) and Over 2.5 goals (69% probability) are the most likely outcomes. Analysts strongly favor a “Barcelona to Win to Nil” result, given Barca’s strong home record and Mallorca’s offensive reliance on Muriqi.
