Real Mallorca 0 – 1 Real Valladolid
Duel of needs at the Son Moix Stadium between Real Mallorca and Real Valladolid. The reds are facing two completely opposite faces so far this season. Their image in front of their fans has been brilliant, although the situation takes a 360º turn when they have to leave the Balearic archipelago. On the other hand, the team led by Sergio González, who has reinforced almost at the last minute in the winter market, accumulated a staggering 9 consecutive matches without a win before the clash. The locals would strike first, all thanks to a goal scored by Dani Rodríguez with a precise cross-shot that Jordi Masip could do nothing about.
However, the goal would be invalidated by the referee (at the request of VAR) because the ball went over the goal line in Lumor Agbenyenu's incursion down the left flank. In fact, this decision would generate some controversy and criticism within the Balearic club, which would lead to the expulsion of Vicente Moreno's assistant. That's why the match would go into halftime with a goalless draw on the scoreboard, but Pucela would tip the balance in their favor shortly after returning from the dressing room. An individual action by Sergio Guardiola, dragging opponents along the way, allowed number 7 Enes Ünal to send the ball into the heart of the box and connect an unstoppable header to seal the 0 – 1. A goal that would prove decisive, as Real Valladolid added 3 crucial points to their aspirations of maintaining their category.