Valencia 1-1 Mallorca: Post-match review, Stats, Key moments

Dive into Bwin’s post-match review of Valencia 1-1 Mallorca in the La Liga on Friday, 19 December 2025, with stats, key moments and our take on the match.

Valencia and Mallorca played out a 1-1 draw in La Liga. Mallorca took the lead in the 23rd minute when Samú Costa scored, assisted by Antonio Raíllo, giving the visitors an early advantage despite Valencia’s control of the ball. The hosts pushed back after the break, equalising in the 52nd minute through Hugo Duro, who finished off an assist from Thierry Correia, but neither side could find a winner in the remaining time.

This result extends Valencia’s run of draws in recent league games, following stalemates against Sevilla and Rayo Vallecano, as they continue to struggle for wins after a narrow victory over Levante. Mallorca, meanwhile, built on their recent form of mixed results including a win over Elche and draws with Real Oviedo and Osasuna, showing resilience on the road. The match highlighted Valencia’s possession dominance but also their difficulty in converting chances, while Mallorca made the most of counter opportunities.

Valencia controlled the game with 71% possession, allowing them to rack up 12 corners compared to Mallorca’s three, which points to sustained pressure in the attacking third. Their 82 successful dribbles far outpaced Mallorca’s 50, suggesting better individual skill in beating defenders, though this did not translate into more goals. Assists were level at one each, underlining that both teams relied on precise build-up for their strikes, while Valencia used all five substitutions and Mallorca four, with changes around the 70-minute mark aiming to inject fresh energy.

Cards were evenly distributed, with Valencia picking up two yellows and Mallorca three, reflecting a competitive but not overly heated encounter without any reds. No penalties or injury-time goals featured, keeping the focus on open-play efforts, and the stats overall show Valencia’s territorial edge contrasted by Mallorca’s efficiency in limited attacks.

The game’s first major moment came in the 23rd minute when Samú Costa put Mallorca ahead with a goal assisted by Antonio Raíllo, shifting momentum to the visitors early on. Valencia responded after half-time, with Hugo Duro equalising in the 52nd minute from Thierry Correia’s assist, just as Carlos Corberan received a yellow card in the same minute for a tactical foul. Substitutions influenced the latter stages, such as Valencia bringing on Javi Guerra and Largie Ramazani at 72 minutes to replace Filip Ugrinic and Luis Rioja, adding attacking threat, while Mallorca’s changes like Sergi Darder for Manu Morlanes at 57 minutes helped maintain their defensive shape.

Yellow cards added tension, with Filip Ugrinic booked at 66 minutes for Valencia and Samú Costa cautioned at 46 minutes for Mallorca, alongside later bookings like Leo Román at 79 minutes and Mateo Joseph at 87 minutes. A key turning point was Valencia’s double substitution at 76 minutes, where Arnaut Danjuma and Dimitri Foulquier came on for André Almeida and Thierry Correia, pushing for a late winner that never materialised. Hugo Duro’s yellow card in stoppage time at 90+1 minutes capped a frustrating end for the hosts.

Valencia lined up in a 4-4-2 formation, with Hugo Duro leading the attack and forming a key partnership up front, while Thierry Correia provided width and an assist from the right. Filip Ugrinic and André Almeida anchored the midfield before their substitutions, contributing to the team’s high possession and dribble success. Players like Luis Rioja and Lucas Beltrán started in advanced roles, with changes bringing on Javi Guerra, Largie Ramazani, Arnaut Danjuma, Dimitri Foulquier and Diego López to maintain pressure.

Mallorca set up in a 4-2-3-1 shape, relying on Samú Costa in midfield to score and disrupt, supported by Antonio Raíllo’s defensive leadership and assist for the opener. Manu Morlanes and Antonio Sánchez started in central areas, with Jan Virgili and Mateo Joseph adding forward options before being replaced. Substitutes like Sergi Darder, Marash Kumbulla, Mateu Morey and Takuma Asano came on to shore up the backline and midfield, helping preserve the draw.

Samú Costa earned Bwin’s Man of the Match award for his decisive contribution, scoring Mallorca’s only goal in the 23rd minute while adding one key pass to his team’s efforts. Despite no assists or big chances created, his performance stood out in a game where Mallorca had limited possession, showcasing his ability to make an impact from midfield. Costa’s display was pivotal in securing a point on the road.

Recent La Liga matches:

• Draw: 1-1 vs Mallorca (H)
• Loss: 1-2 vs Atlético Madrid (A)
• Draw: 1-1 vs Sevilla (H)
• Draw: 1-1 vs Rayo Vallecano (A)
• Win: 1-0 vs Levante (H)

Recent La Liga matches:

• Draw: 1-1 vs Valencia (A)
• Win: 3-1 vs Elche (H)
• Draw: 0-0 vs Real Oviedo (A)
• Draw: 2-2 vs Osasuna (H)
• Loss: 1-2 vs Villarreal (A)

Valencia have just drawn 1-1 at home to Mallorca, leaving them in 17th place on 16 points and still searching for consistency after a run of three draws and a loss in their last four league games before a win over Levante. Their next fixture is against Celta de Vigo on 3 January 2026 at 13:00, with the opponents currently seventh on 23 points and pushing for European spots. This match offers Valencia a chance to climb away from the relegation zone, but they will need to convert possession into wins against a higher-placed side.

Mallorca have just drawn 1-1 away to Valencia, placing them 14th on 18 points after a solid spell including a win over Elche and three draws in their recent league outings, despite a loss to Villarreal. They face Girona next on 4 January 2026 at 17:30, with the opposition in 18th on 15 points and battling relegation concerns. A positive result could help Mallorca pull further clear of danger and build on their resilient form.

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