Three rounds before the end of the championship, Osasuna found themselves in 13th position in the table, with a comfortable 11-point lead over the relegation zone. However, this did not stop them from demonstrating ambitions and a desire to shine, especially after a series of four consecutive defeats. The statistics speak for themselves: over 35 La Liga matches, they conceded 39 goals while scoring 53, indicating defensive issues. Furthermore, on average, they both scored and conceded more than one goal per game. After a 3-0 victory over Almeria, Osasuna suffered four consecutive defeats, which could have been seen as a sign of declining form. However, in their last match against Athletic Bilbao, they showed their fighting spirit. Despite leading 2-0, they conceded a second goal in the 96th minute, securing a 2-2 draw. This demonstrated that the team did not give up even after an unsuccessful series and is ready to fight for results. However, the main problem for the “Reds” lies in their terrible conversion rate of chances. In their last five matches, they managed to score only one goal while conceding eight. This clearly questions their ability to close out games and capitalize on opportunities. Nevertheless, the draw with Athletic Bilbao could serve as an additional incentive for them to improve their game and return to winning ways.
Mallorca continues their battle to stay in La Liga for the next season, and under certain circumstances, they could secure another year in the top tier of Spanish football in the current round itself. Despite not being a top-tier team, and over 1.5 goals rarely being justified, they have shown inconsistent results in their recent games. Defeats against Sevilla and a draw with Cadiz away demonstrate that they are capable of causing trouble even for stronger opponents. Their recent 1-0 victory over Las Palmas was a crucial step for the islanders. This result allowed them to slightly distance themselves from the relegation zone and gain confidence for the final matches. It proves that Mallorca is capable of decisive actions in key moments. It’s important to note that despite their series of defeats and draws, Mallorca has not lost their fighting spirit. Their recent home victory over Las Palmas reaffirmed their desire to maintain their place in La Liga.
