Deportivo La Coruña vs Mallorca — Match Preview
A classic Spanish fixture returns in the Copa del Rey Round of 32 as Deportivo La Coruña welcome RCD Mallorca to the Estadio Municipal de Riazor on Wednesday, 17 December 2025. Deportivo are flying high in La Liga 2, currently sitting 2nd and fighting for direct promotion, though they come off a stinging 0–3 home loss to Real Sociedad B. Mallorca, battling in the lower half of La Liga (14th), arrive with renewed confidence after a solid 3–1 win over Elche. This clash pits a historic giant looking to reclaim its status against a First Division side aiming to avoid a “giant-killing.”
Deportivo La Coruña vs Mallorca — Match Info
- Competition: Copa del Rey (Round of 32)
- Venue: Estadio Municipal de Riazor, La Coruña (Capacity: 32,490)
- Date: Wednesday, 17 December 2025
- Kickoff: 21:00 CET | 20:00 GMT | 01:30 IST (Thursday)
- Referee: TBC (RFEF Appointment)
Deportivo La Coruña vs Mallorca — Match Stakes
Deportivo La Coruña (La Liga 2 — 2nd):
- Win → advancing to the Last 16 would be a massive statement of their La Liga readiness
- Draw (at 90′) → Forces extra time/penalties; a test of depth for the promotion chasers
- Loss → Allows full focus to return to the league promotion battle
Mallorca (La Liga — 14th):
- Win → Builds momentum and keeps a path to silverware open
- Draw (at 90′) → Risks fatigue for key players in a busy December schedule
- Loss → An embarrassing exit to lower-tier opposition; adds pressure on the manager
Deportivo La Coruña vs Mallorca — Team News
Deportivo La Coruña:
- Rotation Expected: After playing just 3 days ago (Dec 14), heavy rotation is likely.
- Escudero S. — Out (Muscle Injury)
- Navarro X. — Out (Muscle Injury)
- Villares D. — Questionable (Fatigue)
Mallorca:
- Cup Strategy: Jagoba Arrasate is likely to mix starters with fringe players.
- Muriqi V. — Likely rested for the league
- Asano T. — Expected to start to provide pace
- Greif D. — Will likely start in goal as the “Cup Keeper”
Deportivo La Coruña vs Mallorca — Team Form (Last 5 Matches)
Deportivo La Coruña
- 14/12 — 0–3 vs Real Sociedad B (La Liga 2)
- 07/12 — 1–3 vs Castellón (La Liga 2)
- 04/12 — 2–0 vs Sabadell (Copa del Rey)
- 29/11 — 2–0 vs Albacete (La Liga 2)
- 23/11 — 2–1 vs Ceuta (La Liga 2)
Mallorca
- 13/12 — 3–1 vs Elche (La Liga)
- 06/12 — 0–0 vs Oviedo (La Liga)
- 02/12 — 3–2 vs Numancia (Copa del Rey)
- 29/11 — 2–2 vs Osasuna (La Liga)
- 23/11 — 1–2 vs Villarreal (La Liga)
Deportivo La Coruña vs Mallorca — Head-to-Head (Last 5 Meetings)
- 24/06/2019 — Mallorca 3–0 Deportivo (La Liga 2 Playoff)
- 21/06/2019 — Deportivo 2–0 Mallorca (La Liga 2 Playoff)
- 28/05/2019 — Deportivo 1–0 Mallorca (La Liga 2)
- 13/01/2019 — Mallorca 1–0 Deportivo (La Liga 2)
- 20/04/2014 — Mallorca 0–3 Deportivo (La Liga 2)
Deportivo La Coruña vs Mallorca — Playing XI (Predicted Lineups)
Deportivo La Coruña (4-2-3-1)
Parreño; Petxarroman, Pablo Vazquez, Barcia, Obrador; Jose Angel, Hugo Rama; Davo, Mario Soriano, Yeremay; Barbero
Mallorca (5-3-2)
Greif; Sanchez, Valjent, Copete, Van der Heyden, Lato; Mascarell, Morlanes, Darder; Larin, Abdon Prats
Deportivo La Coruña vs Mallorca — Impact Bench
Deportivo La Coruña: Lucas Perez (Legendary experience), Mella (Explosive pace)
Mallorca: Muriqi (Aerial dominance), Dani Rodriguez (Creative spark)
Deportivo La Coruña vs Mallorca — Tactical Analysis
Deportivo La Coruña
Despite their recent wobble (two straight league losses), Depor are a formidable attacking unit at home. They will look to control possession through Mario Soriano and use the flair of Yeremay on the wing. However, their defense has leaked 6 goals in the last two games, which is a worry against La Liga opposition.
Mallorca
Mallorca are pragmatic and tough to break down. They will likely sit in a back five, absorbing Depor’s pressure and hitting on the break through Cyle Larin’s speed or Abdón Prats’ positioning. Set-pieces will be a major weapon for the islanders, aiming to exploit Depor’s recent defensive fragility.
Deportivo La Coruña vs Mallorca — Key Battles
- Yeremay vs Sanchez — Dribbling wizard vs experienced fullback
- Barbero vs Valjent — Physical battle in the box
- Jose Angel vs Darder — Fight for midfield control
- Parreño vs Prats — Goalkeeper vs the “Cup Specialist” striker
Deportivo La Coruña vs Mallorca — Spotlight Players
Deportivo La Coruña — Yeremay Hernández
The tricky winger is the X-factor for Deportivo. If he is on form, he has the quality to embarrass First Division defenders. Riazor will look to him for a spark.
Mallorca — Abdón Prats
A cult hero for Mallorca, Prats often shines in the Copa del Rey. He scored in the previous round vs Numancia and will be hungry to prove he deserves more league minutes.
Deportivo La Coruña vs Mallorca — Prediction
Deportivo La Coruña 1–2 Mallorca (AET)
This smells like a cup thriller. Deportivo will fight hard and have the quality to hurt Mallorca, but their recent defensive collapse (conceding 3 vs Real Sociedad B) suggests they are vulnerable. Mallorca’s La Liga experience and depth should allow them to edge this in extra time.
Deportivo La Coruña vs Mallorca — Betting Insights
- Both Teams to Score — YES
- Over 2.5 Goals — Likely
- Mallorca to Qualify — Yes
Deportivo La Coruña vs Mallorca — FAQs
Q: When is the Deportivo vs Mallorca match?
A: The match kicks off on Wednesday, 17 December 2025, at 21:00 CET.
Q: Where is the match being played?
A: The match takes place at the historic Estadio Municipal de Riazor in La Coruña.
Q: Is Lucas Perez playing?
A: He is available but may start on the bench to manage his fitness for the league promotion push.
Q: Is this a single-leg tie?
A: Yes. The Copa del Rey Round of 32 is a single-leg knockout match, played at the home of the lower-division team.
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