Frank Christian
After scoring his first goal for Real Madrid in the UEFA Super Cup, Kylian Mbappe is gearing up for his La Liga debut as Los Blancos kick off their season against Mallorca on Sunday. Mbappe’s smooth transition to Madrid was evident in their recent 2-0 win over Atalanta, where he scored the second goal. With a star-studded squad, including Mbappe, Real Madrid aims to dominate both La Liga and the UEFA Champions League.
Mallorca, who finished 15th in the Spanish league last season, will face a tough challenge against the formidable Real Madrid. They will be eager to pull off a massive upset and secure valuable points in their pursuit of top-flight safety.
Predictions and Odds for Real Madrid vs. Mallorca
- Moneyline lean: Real Madrid (-225)
- Score prediction: Mallorca 0-2 Real Madrid
Real Madrid currently stands as one of the top teams in Europe, especially after adding Mbappe to their roster. Mallorca, known for their solid defense but struggling with finishing, will have a tough time against the attacking prowess of Real Madrid. The odds favor Real Madrid to maintain their superiority in this match.
| BetMGM (USA) | |
| Mallorca win | +650 |
| Draw | +333 |
| Real Madrid win | -225 |
| Both teams to score | Y: +110 N: -160 |
| Over / Under 2.5 goals | O: -115 U: -120 |
| Real Madrid -1.5 goals | +125 |
| Mallorca +1.5 goals | -175 |
Match Facts between Real Madrid and Mallorca
- Date: Sunday, August 18, 2024
- Kickoff Time: 9:30 p.m. local (3:30 p.m. ET / 12:30 p.m. PT)
- Location: Estadi Mallorca Son Moix (Palma de Mallorca, Spain)
- Referee: Cesar Soto Grado
- Last meeting: Mallorca 0-1 Real Madrid (Apr. 13, 2024 | La Liga)
Best Bet for Real Madrid vs. Mallorca
- Pick: Real Madrid 6+ shots on target
- Odds: -110 (FanDuel)
Real Madrid, known for their efficiency in front of goal, are expected to have a significant number of shots on target against Mallorca. Their attacking prowess and accuracy could pose a challenge for Mallorca’s defense.
Prop Bet for Real Madrid vs. Mallorca
- Pick: Real Madrid win to nil
- Odds: +115 (BetMGM)
Real Madrid’s strong defense and Mallorca’s struggles in attack make it likely for Real Madrid to secure a clean sheet victory. Despite Mallorca’s defensive tactics, Real Madrid is expected to find a way through and claim all three points.
For live stream and TV channel information, refer to the table below:
| TV channel | Streaming | |
| USA | ESPN Deportes | Fubo USA, ESPN+, WatchESPN |
| Canada | TSN1 | TSN+ |
| UK | ITV4, Premier Sports 1 | ITVX, LaLigaTV |
US viewers can catch the action on ESPN Deportes or stream it on Fubo and ESPN+. Canadian fans can tune in to TSN1, while UK viewers can watch it on ITV4 and Premier Sports 1, with streaming available on ITVX and LaLigaTV.
