"Battle for Survival: Cadiz vs. Mallorca in Pivotal La Liga Showdown at Nuevo Mirandilla"

Several La Liga teams are facing relegation threats this weekend, with Almeria at risk of being demoted to the Segunda Division if they don't defeat Getafe. Even a victory might not suffice if Celta secures a draw against Alaves and Mallorca wins against Cadiz.

Granada, positioned 19th, could also face relegation if they lose to Osasuna, and both Celta and Mallorca come out victorious. The stakes are high for Cadiz too, who, despite being six points behind Celta and Mallorca, need a win to boost their chances of staying up. They come into the game following losses to Barcelona and Girona but have had some success at home, including a notable 2-0 win against Atletico Madrid.

Mallorca, last year’s ninth-place finisher, has seen a decline this season, currently sitting 16th. They were recently defeated in the Copa del Rey final by Athletic Bilbao and have struggled in the league, failing to win since mid-March.

With a challenging schedule ahead, both teams face a crucial period. Cadiz is hoping to capitalize on their home advantage, where they have a better record, including last season’s 2-0 victory over Mallorca in their previous home encounter. Mallorca, however, has one of the worst away records in the league, highlighting the uphill battle they face to retain their top-flight status.