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Why Real Mallorca Stumbled Again in Vallecas — and What Needs to Happen Now

Mallorca’s defeat in Vallecas and the questions it leaves behind

Mallorca were beaten 2–1 by Rayo Vallecano after defensive mistakes and a disputed penalty decided the match.

Published: April 22, 2026
Why Real Mallorca Stumbled Again in Vallecas — and What Needs to Happen Now

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Why did Real Mallorca lose to Rayo Vallecano in Madrid?

Mallorca lost 1–2 after a match that was competitive for long stretches but lacked defensive consistency. The team equalised through Vedat Muriqi, yet conceded from a turnover and later from a debated penalty. The result again exposed problems in transitions, box defending and overall control in tight games.

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