Weakened European champions to kick off season on the island: prediction for Mallorca vs PSG
The friendly clash between Mallorca and Paris Saint-Germain is set for August 5, 2026, at the Estadi Mallorca Son Moix in Palma de Mallorca. For the Spanish side, this will be their third preseason test of the summer, while the reigning Champions League winners will step onto the pitch for the first time since their dramatic May final against Arsenal.
Mallorca: goalscoring start after La Liga relegation
Under Luis García, Mallorca kicked off their preparations for the new season with back-to-back wins. First, the islanders thrashed Al-Fateh 3-0, then followed it up with a 4-2 victory over Al-Ittihad, netting seven goals across two matches.
Last season ended in disappointment for Mallorca, as they were relegated from La Liga after finishing 18th with 42 points from 38 rounds. The squad has undergone significant changes this summer—six new arrivals, while seven players, including star striker Vedat Muriqi, departed the club. The main objective for the upcoming campaign is a swift return to Spain's top flight.
PSG: first match after European triumph
PSG haven’t played since late May, when they edged Arsenal on penalties in the Champions League final. Before the official season gets underway, Luis Enrique’s men will play just two friendlies—against Mallorca and Manchester United.
The Parisians travel to Spain without many of their World Cup participants. The likes of Marquinhos, Achraf Hakimi, Ousmane Dembélé, Vitinha, João Neves, Nuno Mendes, Fabián Ruiz, and other key figures are expected to be absent. However, Khvicha Kvaratskhelia could feature from the opening whistle, while Renato Sanches, back from his loan at Panathinaikos, may be handed a chance in midfield.
Match facts and head-to-head
- Mallorca have won both preseason matches with a combined score of 7-2.
- PSG will play their first game since beating Arsenal in the Champions League final.
- The Parisians will play just two friendlies before the UEFA Super Cup showdown with Aston Villa.
PSG's youngsters face a real test: prediction for Mallorca vs PSG
Mallorca have already found their groove and are showing plenty of attacking flair. The Spaniards have scored seven goals in two outings, and home advantage plus better match fitness could spell trouble for PSG’s experimental backline.
PSG possess far greater depth and individual quality, but the absence of so many regulars could affect their cohesion. This is Luis Enrique’s first match at the helm after a long break, so the Parisians may be prone to mistakes, though their young talents have the firepower to produce a high-scoring response.
