In the early stages of the 2024-25 La Liga season, Leganés welcomed Mallorca to the Estadio Municipal de Butarque. Both teams entered the contest with identical records, each boasting 1 win, 2 draws, and 1 loss, accumulating 5 points apiece. This match was poised to be a tactical battle, with both teams eager to climb the standings and secure crucial points.
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Head to Head: Historically, Leganés and Mallorca have shared a balanced rivalry in La Liga. Prior encounters have seen both sides struggle to establish dominance, often resulting in tightly contested matches. With both teams currently mid-table, this game was expected to be another close affair.
Leganés vs Mallorca Lineups:
Here is the Leganés vs Mallorca lineups today (Aug 31)
- Leganés (4-2-3-1):
- Goalkeeper: Juan Soriano
- Defenders: Javi Hernández, Sergio González, Jorge Sáenz, Adrià Altimira
- Midfielders: Darko Brasanac, Renato Tapia, Óscar Rodríguez, Munir El Haddadi, Dani Raba
- Forward: Diego García
- Mallorca (4-3-3):
- Goalkeeper: Predrag Rajković
- Defenders: Martin Valjent, Antonio Raíllo, Copete, Pablo Maffeo
- Midfielders: Dani Rodríguez, Samú Costa, Antonio Sánchez
- Forwards: Vedat Muriqi, Takuma Asano, Manu Morlanes
Leganés vs Mallorca First Half
The first half was an intense contest, with both teams pressing high and looking to control the midfield. Leganés initially tried to impose themselves, creating several opportunities through their forward Diego García. However, Mallorca’s defense, led by Antonio Raíllo, managed to hold firm.
In the 43rd minute, Mallorca broke the deadlock. A well-orchestrated move saw Vedat Muriqi head the ball down to Dani Rodríguez, who positioned himself perfectly to nod the ball past Soriano from close range. The goal stunned Leganés, who struggled to regain composure as the half concluded.
Half-Time Score: Leganés 0-1 Mallorca
Leganés vs Mallorca Second Half
The second half saw Leganés make several substitutions to regain control of the game. Yvan Neyou replaced Renato Tapia, adding more dynamism to their midfield. Despite these changes, Mallorca remained resilient, with their midfield effectively disrupting Leganés’ rhythm.
As the game progressed, tensions began to rise. In the 77th minute, Manu Morlanes received a yellow card for a reckless challenge. Leganés pushed forward desperately in the final minutes, but their efforts were in vain as Mallorca’s defense remained impenetrable. A yellow card for Yvan Neyou in the 89th minute epitomized Leganés’ frustration.
Full-Time Score: Leganés 0-1 Mallorca
Leganés vs Mallorca Stats
Check the Leganés vs Mallorca stats today (Aug 31)
- Possession: Leganés 53.8% – 46.2% Mallorca
- Shots on Goal: Leganés 2 – 3 Mallorca
- Total Shots: Leganés 9 – 12 Mallorca
- Fouls: Leganés 11 – 17 Mallorca
- Yellow Cards: Leganés 1 – 3 Mallorca
- Corner Kicks: Leganés 1 – 3 Mallorca
- Saves: Leganés 2 – 2 Mallorca
Leganés vs Mallorca Timeline
Here is the Leganés vs Mallorca timeline today (Aug 31)
- 1st Minute: Takuma Asano hits the crossbar with a header.
- 43rd Minute: Goal by Dani Rodríguez (Mallorca), assisted by Vedat Muriqi.
- 45+2 Minutes: End of first half, Leganés 0-1 Mallorca.
- 45+1 Minutes: Renato Tapia (Leganés) sustains an injury, resulting in a substitution.
- 77th Minute: Manu Morlanes (Mallorca) receives a yellow card.
- 89th Minute: Yvan Neyou (Leganés) receives a yellow card for a foul.
- 90+4 Minutes: Final whistle blows, Leganés 0-1 Mallorca.
Leganés vs Mallorca Man of the Match: Dani Rodríguez, for his match-winning goal and overall influence in midfield. His header just before halftime proved decisive, and he was instrumental in Mallorca’s defensive efforts throughout the match.
Mallorca secured a narrow 1-0 victory over Leganés in a match characterized by tight defending and tactical discipline. Dani Rodríguez’s goal was the difference-maker in a game where both sides had their moments but failed to convert chances into goals. This victory propels Mallorca up the table, while Leganés will need to regroup and focus on their next fixture to climb out of the mid-table zone.
