In a thrilling LaLiga EA Sports 25/26 encounter, Mallorca produced a remarkable performance to claim a 2-1 victory over Real Madrid at the Estadio Mallorca Son Moix.
Despite being largely dominated in terms of possession and chances, the hosts made the most of the opportunities they created, showing resilience and clinical finishing that ultimately decided the outcome in dramatic fashion during fixture number 30.
The opening half of the match was closely contested, with both sides struggling to break through initially. Real Madrid controlled the majority of possession and appeared to create the better chances, but Mallorca defended resolutely and looked dangerous on the counter.
Their persistence paid off in the 41st minute when Manu Morlanes struck first for the home side. Taking advantage of a well-timed cross from Pablo Maffeo, Morlanes made a composed finish from the center of the box, slotting the ball into the right corner and giving Mallorca a surprise lead. This goal marked Morlanes’ second of the season in LaLiga, highlighting his growing influence in the team.
Following the interval, Real Madrid intensified their attacking efforts, determined to overturn the deficit. The visitors increased the pressure, creating several chances as they sought to assert their dominance on the game. Despite their efforts, it took until the 88th minute for them to find the equaliser.
Éder Militão rose highest to meet a corner from Trent Alexander-Arnold, directing a powerful header into the top right corner to level the score. Militão’s goal was his second of the season, as well as his 15th for Real Madrid in 191 appearances for the club, demonstrating his ability to contribute not just defensively but in attack as well.
The match looked set for a draw, but Mallorca had one final moment of magic. Deep into stoppage time, Vedat Muriqi ensured the hosts would leave with all three points.
After receiving a precise pass from Mateo Joseph, Muriqi calmly finished from the center of the box with his right foot, securing a dramatic 2-1 victory. The goal was Muriqi’s 19th of the season, underlining his importance to the team and his knack for decisive contributions in crucial moments.
While the statistics reflected Real Madrid’s territorial advantage and greater ball control, Mallorca’s efficiency in front of goal and their determination to seize key moments proved decisive.
The victory represents a significant morale boost for Mallorca, who demonstrated that resilience and opportunism can overcome numerical dominance. Real Madrid, on the other hand, will be left reflecting on a frustrating afternoon where despite controlling possession and generating chances, they were unable to secure even a point.
