The Blaugranas arrive at Son Moix atop the LaLiga table, carrying momentum from recent results and looking to extend their lead after two close calls in central areas. Barcelona travels to Mallorca for the seventh round of LaLiga 2023-24, arriving as the league leaders following wins that solidified their position after a standout performance against Celta de Vigo and a dramatic stumble by Real Madrid in the derby with Atlético. The comeback against the Galicians was memorable: a 2-0 deficit at Montjuic was overturned in dramatic fashion in the closing minutes, with Robert Lewandowski delivering a brace and Joao Cancelo contributing a decisive strike that left the home crowd stunned.
On the other side, Mallorca faced a stern test, having endured a heavy 5-3 defeat to Girona last weekend and a challenging start that has seen three losses in six matches. The balance of form tilts toward Barcelona, but Mallorca will aim to capitalize on any vulnerabilities as the season progresses. GOAL outlines the probable lineups and tactical setups for the match, scheduled for Tuesday, September 26 at 9:30 PM.
Unavailable for Barcelona: De Jong and Pedri
Barcelona will be without two key midfield figures for the trip to Son Moix. Pedri has been sidelined for over a month and will miss his sixth consecutive match, while Frenkie de Jong, hurt in the clash with Celta, faces a layoff estimated at around six weeks, limiting Xavi’s options in the center of the park.
Aguirre welcomes Mascarell back but loses Lato
The defeat at Girona has left the Bermellones with questions to answer before hosting Barcelona. Coach Javier Aguirre stated clearly that there is no fracture in the squad’s harmony and reiterated his plans for rotation and selection. He confirmed Omar Mascarell will return to action after a two-match absence caused by injury, while Toni Lato will miss out due to a foot issue described as a knock. The Mexican manager underscored that the group remains united and ready to compete at a high level as they prepare for this important fixture.
Barcelona’s Call-up and XI for the Mallorca clash
The following represents the expected squad selection from Xavi for the trip to Mallorca. The coach has been meticulous in aligning the lineup with fitness checks and tactical needs, aiming to preserve balance and intensity across the pitch. This section outlines the confirmed Barcelona XI set to travel and face the home side in what promises to be a strategic battle in front of a receptive away crowd.
This is the confirmed FC Barcelona XI visiting Mallorca:
Mallorca’s Match Plan and XI
Javier Aguirre has outlined the roster for the game against Barcelona, confirming his starting XI and the tactical approach designed to weather the visitors’ threats. The Mallorca coach emphasized defensive organization and quick transitions as core elements of their game plan, with the squad focused on exploiting counterattacking moments and maintaining compact lines when Barcelona push forward. The lineup selection reflects a balance between experience and mobility, aiming to maximize home advantage while guarding against Barcelona’s pace and technical quality.