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Valencia 1-2 Mallorca – Result & Analysis

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La Liga · Regular Season - 11

Kick-off

Sat 22 Oct 2022

17:30

Venue

Estadio de Mestalla

Competition

La Liga

Spain

Status

FT
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Poisson rates Valencia at 53% — current form provides partial corroboration, though signals are mixed in this Valencia vs Mallorca encounter.

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Full Analysis

Estadio de Mestalla plays host to Valencia versus Mallorca in La Liga, Regular Season - 11. Kick-off: Saturday 22 October 2022 at 17:30 UTC.

Form & Momentum

Valencia have collected 1.50 PPG across 10 La Liga outings this season: 4W 3D 3L. Last five: W D W D D. Offensively they are averaging 1.70 goals per game, with 1.10 conceded. 2 clean sheets from 10 outings provides some defensive foundation. Both teams have scored in 60% of their games — a high BTTS rate that carries real weight in the goals markets. This season is still relatively young for Valencia, so this record blends games from this season and last.

Valencia's home record at Estadio de Mestalla: 4W 3D 3L from 10 La Liga appearances (1.50 PPG). At home they are averaging 1.50 goals scored and 1.00 conceded per game. 4 home clean sheets from 10 games (40%) — a solid defensive base on their own ground.

Mallorca's overall La Liga record this term: 2W 3D 5L from 10 games (0.90 PPG). Last five: W L D L L. Their scoring rate of 0.70 per game is modest, conceding 1.10 — not a side to back heavily on the Over 2.5 from their form alone. 3 clean sheets from 10 outings suggests some defensive organisation. This season is still relatively young for Mallorca, so this record blends games from this season and last.

When travelling in La Liga this season, Mallorca have posted 2W 3D 5L from 10 away outings — 0.90 PPG. Away from home they average 0.70 goals scored and 1.20 conceded per game. 4 clean sheets from 10 away games (40%) shows they are capable of shutting up shop on the road. Away from home, both teams have scored in only 30% of games — a low rate that backs BTTS No when they travel.

Form favours the hosts. Valencia's 1.50 PPG return is 0.60 points per game ahead of Mallorca's 0.90 — a genuine gap in recent results that provides a statistically grounded case for backing the home side.

H2H History

Form and model data should carry more weight here — the historical record is too balanced to provide a directional steer. From 2 meetings: Valencia 1W, Mallorca 0W, 1D.

The 2 previous meetings have averaged 2.5 goals per game — a neutral rate that provides no strong lean on the goals market from the H2H alone. The most recent clash, on 26 Feb 2022, ended 1–0 with Valencia winning.

The head-to-head offers no strong directional steer in either the result or goals markets. Form, the predictive model and current market pricing should carry more weight than the historical record for this fixture.

Trading Data

Valencia goal-timing and half-time pattern breakdown (48 games, 24 at home): they score before half-time in 62% of fixtures in home games; when goalless at HT, a second-half goal follows 62% of the time; two or more arrive in the second half on 50% of those occasions; BTTS occurs in 58% of their matches (home games); Over 2.5 goals lands in 54% of games (home games).

Mallorca goal-timing and half-time pattern breakdown (48 games, 24 at away): they score before half-time in 62% of fixtures in away games; when goalless at HT, a second-half goal follows 72% of the time; BTTS occurs in 46% of their matches (away games); Over 2.5 goals lands in 46% of games (away games); they fail to score in 40% of games.

BTTS rates are mixed from the trading data — Valencia 62% versus Mallorca 46%; no strong lean in either direction. The over/under 2.5 picture is inconclusive from the in-play data (Valencia 52% | Mallorca 42%).

Poisson Model

The Poisson distribution model projects Valencia 1.58 xG and Mallorca 0.93 xG. These expected goals figures are the primary input: they feed a goal-probability matrix across all scoreline combinations to derive the result and market probabilities below. Underlying strength ratings: Valencia attack 1.172 / defence 0.977 | Mallorca attack 0.833 / defence 0.949. League average goals — home 1.421 / away 1.141. Data: 48 Valencia games / 48 Mallorca games used (CurrentSeason).

Result probabilities: Valencia 53% | Draw 25% | Mallorca 22%. Fair-value odds: Valencia 1.89 | Draw 4.00 | Mallorca 4.55. Valencia hold a narrow Poisson edge at 53% — the draw (25%) is close enough to merit draw-inclusive market consideration.

Goals markets: Over 2.5 probability 46% | BTTS probability 48% | Total xG 2.51. Over/Under 2.5 is close to a coin-flip at 46%/54% — the total xG of 2.51 sits near the 2.5 margin; this is a low-edge market from a Poisson standpoint. BTTS probability of 48% is moderate — neither team is projected to score with enough certainty to make Yes a clear standalone call.

Final Verdict

Poisson rates Valencia as the most likely outcome at 53% — moderate model lean. Current-season form corroborates the Poisson lean — partial multi-source support. Draw probability of 25% warrants consideration of Double Chance or Draw No Bet on Valencia if the outright odds are short.

Poisson projects 2.51 total expected goals, pointing to Under 2.5 at 46% probability — reasonable conviction, supported by form averaging 2.2 goals per game.

On the BTTS market, Poisson puts 48% on No. Form rates corroborate: Valencia 40% | Mallorca 30% BTTS from recent games.

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💡 Key Insights

H2H The H2H record is evenly balanced (1W–1D–0W), with no clear historical advantage.
Form Valencia lead on PPG: 1.50 vs 0.90 — stronger form across the last 10 games.
Form Form and Poisson model both favour Valencia — Valencia at 53% win probability.

🏟️ Match Context

• Fixture: Valencia vs Mallorca | Competition: La Liga, Regular Season - 11 | Venue: Estadio de Mestalla • Kick-off: Saturday 22 Oct 2022, 17:30 UTC • Data inputs: H2H history, form splits, prediction model signals, and market pricing

📊 Statistical Prediction

• Poisson result probabilities: Valencia 53% | Draw 25% | Mallorca 22% • Poisson goal markets: Over 2.5 46% | BTTS 48% | xG Valencia 1.58 / Mallorca 0.93 • Poisson strength factors: Valencia attack 1.172 / def 0.977 | Mallorca attack 0.833 / def 0.949 | league avg home 1.421 / away 1.141 • Poisson stance: Valencia (53%) — moderate lean

🧮 Prediction Model

1.58

Valencia xG

Expected Goals

0.93

Mallorca xG

53%
25%
22%
Valencia Draw Mallorca

48%

BTTS

71%

Over 1.5

46%

Over 2.5

24%

Over 3.5

Full score-by-score matrix & model internals in the "Full Poisson Detail" section below ↓

⚠️ This analysis is generated algorithmically from statistical data and is intended for informational purposes only. It does not constitute betting advice. Please gamble responsibly.

❓ Frequently Asked Questions

What time does Valencia vs Mallorca kick off?

Valencia vs Mallorca kicked off at 17:30 on Saturday 22 October 2022 at Estadio de Mestalla.

What was the final score in Valencia vs Mallorca?

Valencia 1 - 2 Mallorca.

Where is Valencia vs Mallorca being played?

The match is being played at Estadio de Mestalla.

What competition is Valencia vs Mallorca part of?

Valencia vs Mallorca is a Regular Season - 11 fixture in the La Liga (Spain).

Who is favourite to win Valencia vs Mallorca?

Our statistical model gives Valencia a 53% chance of winning, Mallorca a 22% chance, and a 25% chance of a draw — making Valencia the favourite.

Will both teams score in Valencia vs Mallorca?

Our model estimates a 48% probability that both Valencia and Mallorca will score (BTTS).

Will Valencia vs Mallorca have over 2.5 goals?

Our model puts the probability of over 2.5 goals in this match at 46%.

What is the head-to-head record between Valencia and Mallorca?

Record (2 meetings): Valencia 1W | Draws 1 | Mallorca 0W.

What form are Valencia and Mallorca in?

Valencia (all comps): 4W-3D-3L in 10 | 1.50 PPG | GF 1.70 / GA 1.10 | L5 W-D-W-D-D. Mallorca (all comps): 2W-3D-5L in 10 | 0.90 PPG | GF 0.70 / GA 1.10 | L5 W-L-D-L-L.

🧮 Model Insight

Behind the Numbers

Valencia's attacking strength (1.17x league average) is weighed against Mallorca's defensive record (0.95x) to produce a home expected-goals figure of 1.58. Flip it around — Mallorca's attack (0.83x) against Valencia's defence (0.98x) — and the away total comes out at 0.93.

These ratings are built from 48/48 games of current-season data — a full enough sample to trust.

Most Likely Scorelines

The model's single most probable exact score is 1-1, at 13.5%. Close behind: 1-0 (11.3%), 2-0 (10.2%). Those top three scorelines alone account for 35% of the model's total probability mass — a relatively concentrated, predictable distribution for this fixture.

Most Likely Outcome

Valencia Win

53%

Valencia

1.90

25%

Draw

3.96

22%

Mallorca

4.51

Top 3 Most Likely Scorelines

1 – 0

12.9%

Home win

Most likely

1 – 1

11.9%

Draw

2 – 0

10.2%

Home win

Expected Goals & Win Odds

1.58

Valencia xG

Total xG

2.51

0.93

Mallorca xG

53%
25%
22%
ValenciaDrawMallorca

1.90

53%

Home win

3.96

25%

Draw

4.51

22%

Away win

Goals Markets

71%

Over 1.5

1.41

29%

Under 1.5

3.45

46%

Over 2.5

2.17

54%

Under 2.5

1.85

24%

Over 3.5

4.17

76%

Under 3.5

1.32

11%

Over 4.5

9.09

89%

Under 4.5

1.12

Match Markets

Both Teams to Score

48%

BTTS Yes

2.08

52%

BTTS No

1.92

Clean Sheet

40%

Valencia

2.53

21%

Mallorca

4.85

Win to Nil

21%

Valencia

4.81

5%

Mallorca

21.92

Score Probability Matrix (%)

H \ A 0 1 2 3 4 5
0 8.1 7.6 3.5 1.1 0.3
1 12.9 11.9 5.5 1.7 0.4 0.1
2 10.2 9.4 4.4 1.4 0.3 0.1
3 5.4 5.0 2.3 0.7 0.2
4 2.1 2.0 0.9 0.3 0.1
5 0.7 0.6 0.3 0.1

Green = home win Β· Grey = draw Β· Amber = away win Β· White ring = most likely score

Model Internals
λ Home (xG) 1.580
λ Away (xG) 0.928
Total xG 2.508
League avg home goals 1.421
League avg away goals 1.141
Valencia attack strength 1.172
Valencia defence strength 0.977
Mallorca attack strength 0.833
Mallorca defence strength 0.949
Data phase CurrentSeason
Games used (H/A) 48 / 48

❓ Frequently Asked Questions

What is the most likely scoreline for Valencia vs Mallorca?

Our Poisson model rates 1-1 as the single most likely exact scoreline, at 13.5%.

How many goals are Valencia and Mallorca expected to score?

The model projects 1.58 expected goals for Valencia and 0.93 for Mallorca, a combined total of 2.51.

How confident is the prediction model for Valencia vs Mallorca?

Not very — the model's leading outcome sits at just 53%, meaning this is rated as a genuinely open contest with no dominant favourite.

📈 Form Insight

The Form Picture

Across their last 48 outings, Valencia have picked up 1.31 PPG on a 15W 18D 15L record — W-D-W-D-D across the most recent five. The sample for Valencia is still a mix of this season and last, given how young the current campaign is.

Mallorca's form line: 12W 12D 24L from 48 games, 1.00 PPG, last five W-L-D-L-L. The sample for Mallorca is still a mix of this season and last, given how young the current campaign is.

There isn't much between them on recent form — 1.31 PPG for Valencia against 1.00 for Mallorca. Neither side arrives with a clear form advantage.

Home & Away Splits

On home soil, Valencia have posted 1.50 PPG from 24 outings (9W 9D 6L).

On the road, Mallorca have gone 4W 5D 15L from 24 away games — 0.71 PPG when travelling.

Comparing the two in their relevant venue splits, Valencia come out ahead — a more targeted read than the overall PPG figures above, since it strips out games played in the opposite context.

Scoring & Defensive Trends

Valencia are averaging 1.35 goals scored and 1.33 conceded per game recently; Mallorca are on 0.90 scored and 1.54 conceded.

On BTTS specifically: Valencia have seen both teams score in 62% of their recent games.

Last 48 Results — La Liga

Current season: same league only · Previous season: all leagues (covers promoted/relegated teams)

Valencia

Valencia

Blended
W D W D D
Mallorca

Mallorca

Blended
W L D L L
48 Played 48
15/18/15 W / D / L 12/12/24
1.31 Points Per Game 1.00
1.35 Avg Goals Scored 0.90
1.33 Avg Goals Conceded 1.54
2.69 Avg Goals / Game 2.44
14 Clean Sheets 12
30 BTTS 22
25 Over 2.5 Games 20
Valencia

Valencia

D
A Sevilla
1–1 HT 1–0
18 Oct
D
H Elche
2–2 HT 2–1
15 Oct
W
A Osasuna
2–1 HT 1–0
07 Oct
D
A Espanyol
2–2 HT 0–0
02 Oct
W
H Celta Vigo
3–0 HT 1–0
17 Sep
L
A Rayo Vallecano
1–2 HT 0–1
10 Sep
W
H Getafe
5–1 HT 3–0
04 Sep
L
H Atletico Madrid
0–1 HT 0–0
29 Aug
L
A Athletic Club
0–1 HT 0–1
21 Aug
W
H Girona
1–0 HT 1–0
14 Aug
W
H Celta Vigo
2–0 HT 1–0
21 May
D
A Espanyol
1–1 HT 1–1
14 May
L
H Real Betis
0–3 HT 0–0
10 May
D
A Athletic Club
0–0 HT 0–0
07 May
D
H Levante
1–1 HT 1–0
30 Apr
L
A Villarreal
0–2 HT 0–2
19 Apr
L
H Osasuna
1–2 HT 0–0
16 Apr
D
A Rayo Vallecano
1–1 HT 0–0
11 Apr
D
H Cadiz
0–0 HT 0–0
03 Apr
W
A Elche
1–0 HT 0–0
19 Mar
D
A Getafe
0–0 HT 0–0
12 Mar
W
H Granada CF
3–1 HT 0–0
05 Mar
W
A Mallorca
1–0 HT 1–0
26 Feb
L
H Barcelona
1–4 HT 0–3
20 Feb
L
A Alaves
1–2 HT 0–1
13 Feb
D
H Real Sociedad
0–0 HT 0–0
06 Feb
L
A Atletico Madrid
2–3 HT 2–0
22 Jan
D
H Sevilla
1–1 HT 1–1
19 Jan
L
A Real Madrid
1–4 HT 0–1
08 Jan
L
H Espanyol
1–2 HT 0–0
31 Dec
W
A Levante
4–3 HT 1–2
20 Dec
W
H Elche
2–1 HT 1–0
11 Dec
W
A Celta Vigo
2–1 HT 1–1
05 Dec
D
H Rayo Vallecano
1–1 HT 1–0
27 Nov
D
A Real Sociedad
0–0 HT 0–0
21 Nov
D
H Atletico Madrid
3–3 HT 0–1
07 Nov
W
H Villarreal
2–0 HT 1–0
30 Oct
L
A Real Betis
1–4 HT 1–2
27 Oct
D
H Mallorca
2–2 HT 0–2
23 Oct
L
A Barcelona
1–3 HT 1–2
17 Oct
D
A Cadiz
0–0 HT 0–0
02 Oct
D
H Athletic Club
1–1 HT 0–0
25 Sep
L
A Sevilla
1–3 HT 1–3
22 Sep
L
H Real Madrid
1–2 HT 0–0
19 Sep
W
A Osasuna
4–1 HT 1–1
12 Sep
W
H Alaves
3–0 HT 2–0
27 Aug
D
A Granada CF
1–1 HT 0–1
21 Aug
W
H Getafe
1–0 HT 1–0
13 Aug
Mallorca

Mallorca

L
A Real Sociedad
0–1 HT 0–1
19 Oct
L
H Sevilla
0–1 HT 0–0
15 Oct
D
A Elche
1–1 HT 0–1
10 Oct
L
H Barcelona
0–1 HT 0–1
01 Oct
W
H Almeria
1–0 HT 1–0
17 Sep
L
A Real Madrid
1–4 HT 1–1
11 Sep
D
H Girona
1–1 HT 0–0
03 Sep
W
A Rayo Vallecano
2–0 HT 1–0
27 Aug
L
H Real Betis
1–2 HT 0–1
20 Aug
D
A Athletic Club
0–0 HT 0–0
15 Aug
W
A Osasuna
2–0 HT 0–0
22 May
W
H Rayo Vallecano
2–1 HT 1–0
15 May
D
A Sevilla
0–0 HT 0–0
11 May
L
H Granada CF
2–6 HT 1–1
07 May
L
A Barcelona
1–2 HT 0–1
01 May
W
H Alaves
2–1 HT 2–0
19 Apr
L
A Elche
0–3 HT 0–1
16 Apr
W
H Atletico Madrid
1–0 HT 0–0
09 Apr
L
A Getafe
0–1 HT 0–0
02 Apr
L
A Espanyol
0–1 HT 0–1
20 Mar
L
H Real Madrid
0–3 HT 0–0
14 Mar
L
A Celta Vigo
3–4 HT 1–2
06 Mar
L
H Real Sociedad
0–2 HT 0–1
02 Mar
L
H Valencia
0–1 HT 0–1
26 Feb
L
A Real Betis
1–2 HT 0–1
20 Feb
W
H Athletic Club
3–2 HT 2–0
14 Feb
W
H Cadiz
2–1 HT 1–1
05 Feb
L
A Villarreal
0–3 HT 0–2
22 Jan
L
A Levante
0–2 HT 0–0
08 Jan
L
H Barcelona
0–1 HT 0–1
02 Jan
L
A Granada CF
1–4 HT 1–1
19 Dec
D
H Celta Vigo
0–0 HT 0–0
10 Dec
W
A Atletico Madrid
2–1 HT 0–0
04 Dec
D
H Getafe
0–0 HT 0–0
27 Nov
L
A Rayo Vallecano
1–3 HT 0–2
22 Nov
D
H Elche
2–2 HT 0–0
07 Nov
D
A Cadiz
1–1 HT 1–0
31 Oct
D
H Sevilla
1–1 HT 1–0
27 Oct
D
A Valencia
2–2 HT 2–0
23 Oct
L
A Real Sociedad
0–1 HT 0–0
16 Oct
W
H Levante
1–0 HT 0–0
02 Oct
L
H Osasuna
2–3 HT 2–1
26 Sep
L
A Real Madrid
1–6 HT 1–3
22 Sep
D
H Villarreal
0–0 HT 0–0
19 Sep
L
A Athletic Club
0–2 HT 0–0
11 Sep
W
H Espanyol
1–0 HT 1–0
27 Aug
W
A Alaves
1–0 HT 0–0
21 Aug
D
H Real Betis
1–1 HT 1–0
14 Aug

❓ Frequently Asked Questions

What form are Valencia and Mallorca in coming into this match?

Valencia have gone 15W 18D 15L in their last 48 games (1.31 PPG), while Mallorca have gone 12W 12D 24L in their last 48 (1.00 PPG).

Which team has the better venue record — Valencia at home or Mallorca away?

Valencia's home record (1.50 PPG) is the stronger of the two venue-specific splits — Valencia at home: 1.50 PPG; Mallorca away: 0.71 PPG.

⚔️ Rivalry Insight

History of the Fixture

On record, these two have faced off 10 times since October 2021 — enough meetings to establish some real patterns. Every recorded meeting has come in La Liga. They last met on 21 April 2026, roughly 3 months ago.

Records & Recent Trends

The last 2 meetings have all been drawn — an unusually settled recent run for this fixture.

Specifically as hosts in this fixture, Valencia have gone 1W 3D 1L from 5 meetings on their own ground against Mallorca — worth weighing alongside the overall series record.

Last 10 Meetings

Valencia

2

Valencia

5

Draws

Mallorca

3

Mallorca

Recent Meetings

Mallorca
1–1
21 Apr 26
Valencia
Valencia
1–1
19 Dec 25
Mallorca
Valencia
1–0
30 Mar 25
Mallorca
Mallorca
2–1
29 Nov 24
Valencia
Valencia
0–0
30 Mar 24
Mallorca
Mallorca
1–1
07 Oct 23
Valencia
Mallorca
1–0
25 May 23
Valencia
Valencia
1–2
22 Oct 22
Mallorca
Mallorca
0–1
26 Feb 22
Valencia
Valencia
2–2
23 Oct 21
Mallorca

❓ Frequently Asked Questions

What is the head-to-head record between Valencia and Mallorca?

From 10 meetings on record, Valencia have won 2, Mallorca have won 3, and 5 have been drawn.

When did Valencia and Mallorca last play each other?

They last met on 21 April 2026, when Mallorca 1-1 Valencia.

Who has won more matches between Valencia and Mallorca?

Mallorca have the better head-to-head record, with 3 wins from 10 meetings.

📈 Trading Insight

How These Sides Start

Valencia are typically involved in an early goal — the half-time board shows at least one in 62% of their matches. They've gone in front at half-time 46% of the time.

Mallorca are typically involved in an early goal — the half-time board shows at least one in 62% of their matches.

Goals & Clean Sheets

BTTS sits in mixed territory for this pairing — Valencia 58%, Mallorca 46% — no strong lean either way from the trading data alone.

Over 2.5 has been close to a coin-flip for both sides — 54% (Valencia) and 46% (Mallorca).

On the defensive side: Valencia keep a clean sheet in 33% of their matches; Mallorca in 42%.

📈

Current season: same league only. Previous season: all leagues (covers promoted/relegated teams). All = any venue  |  Venue = Valencia home games / Mallorca away games. HT metrics require half-time score data β€” shown as β€” where unavailable.

Valencia Valencia Blended
Metric All
(48 games)
Venue
(24 games)
Half-Time Metrics
1+ Goal Before HT 32/48
(66.7%)
15/24
(62.5%)
2+ Goals Before HT 15/48
(31.2%)
6/24
(25%)
0-0 HT → 1+ Goal 2nd Half 10/16
(62.5%)
7/9
(77.8%)
0-0 HT → 2+ Goals 2nd Half 8/16
(50%)
6/9
(66.7%)
Winning at HT 15/48
(31.2%)
11/24
(45.8%)
Lost Lead (Win HT → No Win FT) 5/48
(10.4%)
3/24
(12.5%)
Came From Behind (Lose HT → Draw/Win FT) 4/48
(8.3%)
2/24
(8.3%)
Full-Time Metrics
BTTS 30/48
(62.5%)
14/24
(58.3%)
Over 2.5 Goals 25/48
(52.1%)
13/24
(54.2%)
Over 3.5 Goals 14/48
(29.2%)
6/24
(25%)
Clean Sheet 14/48
(29.2%)
8/24
(33.3%)
Failed to Score 10/48
(20.8%)
4/24
(16.7%)
Mallorca Mallorca Blended
Metric All
(48 games)
Venue
(24 games)
Half-Time Metrics
1+ Goal Before HT 30/48
(62.5%)
15/24
(62.5%)
2+ Goals Before HT 12/48
(25%)
7/24
(29.2%)
0-0 HT → 1+ Goal 2nd Half 13/18
(72.2%)
7/9
(77.8%)
0-0 HT → 2+ Goals 2nd Half 7/18
(38.9%)
4/9
(44.4%)
Winning at HT 11/48
(22.9%)
3/24
(12.5%)
Lost Lead (Win HT → No Win FT) 5/48
(10.4%)
2/24
(8.3%)
Came From Behind (Lose HT → Draw/Win FT) 1/48
(2.1%)
1/24
(4.2%)
Full-Time Metrics
BTTS 22/48
(45.8%)
11/24
(45.8%)
Over 2.5 Goals 20/48
(41.7%)
11/24
(45.8%)
Over 3.5 Goals 10/48
(20.8%)
6/24
(25%)
Clean Sheet 12/48
(25%)
5/24
(20.8%)
Failed to Score 19/48
(39.6%)
10/24
(41.7%)

❓ Frequently Asked Questions

Do both teams usually score when Valencia play Mallorca?

Not especially — both teams scoring has occurred in only 58% of Valencia's recent matches and 46% of Mallorca's, a rate that leans toward BTTS No.

Is Valencia vs Mallorca usually a high-scoring fixture?

Not particularly — Over 2.5 goals has come in for only 54% of Valencia's recent games and 46% of Mallorca's, pointing to a tighter contest.

Do Valencia and Mallorca tend to score early?

Valencia have had a goal before half-time in 62% of their recent matches, Mallorca in 62% — a useful reference point for first-half goal markets.

📰

Shock result as Mallorca defy the odds to beat Valencia 1-2.

📝 Match Report

How It Unfolded

Mallorca beat Valencia 1-2 at Estadio de Mestalla, Regular Season - 11, in the La Liga. The remainder of the report sets that outcome against the pre-match model, the markets and the teams' data profiles.

The Model vs The Result

The Poisson model went into this projecting Valencia 1.58 xG and Mallorca 0.93 xG, a combined 2.51. The scoreboard read 1-2 for 3 actual goals. Mallorca outscored their 0.93 projection by 1.1. Those figures were built on strength ratings of Valencia attack 1.17 / defence 0.98 against Mallorca attack 0.83 / defence 0.95, drawn from 48/48 games (CurrentSeason).

On the result, the model split it Valencia 53% | Draw 25% | Mallorca 22%, with Valencia to win its most likely call at 53%. Instead the game produced a Mallorca win, an outcome the model had rated at just 22% — a clear break from expectation and a genuine upset by the numbers.

Goals & Markets

The model rated Over 2.5 goals at 46%. The game delivered 3, so it went over — against the model's lean. Over 1.5 had been 71% and landed. On both teams to score, the model sat at 48% and the match saw both sides score — a miss on BTTS. Historically the two sides average 47% Over 2.5 across their same-competition games (Valencia 52%, Mallorca 42%), a base rate that pointed the other way from today's over. Their combined BTTS history runs at 54%, which matched the both-scored outcome.

Trading Patterns vs Reality

Valencia's trading profile (48 games, 24 home) set some clear expectations: BTTS lands in 62% of their matches — today it did.

Mallorca's trading profile (48 games, 24 away) set some clear expectations: BTTS lands in 46% of their matches — today it did.

Form vs Result

The form lines were close — Valencia 1.31 PPG, Mallorca 1.00 PPG — offering no strong steer, and the Mallorca win broke the near-deadlock. Valencia (home/away splits) shipped 2 against a 1.17 concession average — a leakier day than usual. Mallorca (home/away splits) scored 2 against a 0.83 average — above their attacking norm and conceded 1 against a 1.83 average — tighter than their form line.

Verdict

Grading the result against the stored data, 0 of 3 pre-match signals came in: result (miss), Over 2.5 (miss), BTTS (miss). This one broke away from the data — most of the pre-match signals were overturned by how the ninety minutes actually played out.

💡 Key Insights

Model Goals market defied the model — 46% Over 2.5 probability, but 3 goals scored.
Model BTTS bucked the model — 48% projected, both teams scored.
Trading Trading data bucked — 47% historical Over 2.5 rate, but the game went over.

⚠️ This match report is generated algorithmically from the final score, our prediction model, and each team's historical form and trading data. Analysis is for informational purposes only.