Mallorca vs Elche prediction, H2H and probable lineups - December 13, 2025
One of the fixtures of La Liga's Matchday 17 will take place this Saturday at Son Moix Stadium in Palma de Mallorca, where the local side Mallorca will host Elche. I’m backing a bet on the outcome of this clash that offers promising value for the visitors, despite the challenging away trip.
Match preview
The Balearic club is enduring a tough spell this season, stuck in the lower part of the table with only 14 points from 15 matches. However, the team has shown improved form lately, going three games unbeaten, including a Copa del Rey win over Numancia. Their home ground remains a crucial stronghold, with the "Pirates" suffering just one La Liga defeat there all season.
Still, there’s a clear overreliance on one player in attack—eight goals have come from their main striker, and without his productivity, chances are limited. Another concern is their head-to-head record against Elche—they haven’t beaten this opponent since 2017, a psychological barrier that may weigh on the squad.
Elche, on the other hand, come into the match on a high after two straight wins—first in the Cup, then a commanding 3-0 victory over Girona in the league. Overall, Elche are enjoying a balanced campaign, sitting mid-table and displaying maturity under their coaching staff. Defense has been especially solid, rarely allowing opponents much space.
Although Elche have yet to claim an away victory this season, the side plays with organization and adapts well to circumstances. Their head-to-head history is a big confidence booster—seven games unbeaten against Mallorca, which should give them belief they can at least secure a point.
Probable lineups
- Mallorca: Bergström, Maffeo, Valjent, Kumbulla, Mojica, Morlanes, Mascarell, Joseph, Darder, Virgili, Muriqi
- Elche: Peña, Chust, Affengruber, Bigas, Fort, Nuñez, Febas, Aguado, Valera, Rodriguez, Mir
Match facts and H2H
- Mallorca haven’t beaten Elche since November 2017.
- Elche are still searching for their first away win of this La Liga season.
- Five of the last seven head-to-head meetings between these teams have ended in a draw.
Prediction
Given the similar form and cautious playing style of both teams, this match has all the ingredients to end in a draw. Considering Mallorca’s strength at home and Elche’s positive H2H streak, the best bet here is "Mallorca double chance and under 3.5 goals" at odds of 1.77.
