RCD Mallorca secured their second consecutive victory in the Segunda División with a comfortable 3-0 win over AD Ceuta FC this weekend. Luis García's team demonstrated their strength at Son Moix and now sit fifth in the table with six points from three matches.
How did the match against Ceuta unfold?
The game started with clear dominance from the home side. Álex Sala opened the scoring with a direct free-kick that surprised visiting goalkeeper Guille Vallejo. Before halftime, Ceuta had a clear chance with a Luvumbo header that hit the crossbar, but Arnau Tenas kept his clean sheet intact.
In the second half, Adri Fuentes extended the lead with a powerful shot after a Pablo Torre interception. The final blow came in the closing minutes when Buksa headed home a corner delivered by Álex Sala. Ceuta, who lost Anuar to injury early in the match, couldn't react and suffered their third consecutive defeat.
What did the Ceuta manager say before the match?
José Juan Romero, AD Ceuta FC's manager, acknowledged in statements to Ceuta TV that they were visiting "one of the most demanding grounds" in the category. The Sevillian coach admitted that Mallorca is "one of, if not the best, in the top 3 of the squads" and among the favorites for direct promotion.
Despite recognizing the rival's quality, Romero showed confidence in his team. "In the end, this is football." he stated. The manager highlighted the improvement his team showed compared to the first matchday.
What is RCD Mallorca's current situation?
With this victory, RCD Mallorca has accumulated six points from a possible nine and remains just one point behind leaders Granada CF. Their goal difference is positive with five scored and only two conceded, reflecting good functioning in both attack and defense.
The team's results streak is encouraging with two wins and one loss in the first three matchdays. Fans can check the team's complete evolution on our stats page and see the updated standings at standings.
What's next for the vermilion team?
RCD Mallorca's next commitment will be on September 13th against Sabadell at Son Moix. The Catalan team currently occupies ninth position in the table, presenting another important challenge to maintain pace in the upper part of the classification.
The players will have several preparation days before this match, which forms part of a series of home games that could prove decisive. The complete squad available for manager Luis García can be checked in our squad section. The team approaches this phase of the season with five goals for and only two against after three matchdays.
