girona — NG news

Girona’s strong home performance and recent victories against Mallorca position them favorably in this crucial relegation battle. The match on May 1, 2026, at Estadi Municipal de Montilivi will be significant for both teams.

Girona suffered a 2-1 defeat away to Valencia in their last match. However, they have won their last two encounters against Mallorca. Currently, Girona is four points clear of the relegation zone with five games remaining.

Mallorca sits just one point above the relegation zone. They have lost their last two games on the road and have struggled overall, with 15 losses in their last 20 away matches.

Key statistics:

  • Girona has 3 wins, 4 losses, and 3 draws in their last 10 league games.
  • Mallorca has 3 wins, 5 losses, and 2 draws in their last 10 league games.
  • Vedat Muriqi is Mallorca’s top scorer with 6 goals.
  • Joel Roca is one of Girona’s joint-top scorers with 2 goals.

The average possession for Girona stands at 52.1%. They also concede an average of 1.4 goals per game, while Mallorca scores an average of 1.3 goals.

Núria Riquelme noted, “Catalan is part of Girona’s identity and is key to social cohesion.” This reflects the club’s connection to its local culture.

This match will be critical as both teams fight to secure their status in La Liga. Observers expect a tense encounter given the stakes involved.