Mallorca is set to found the 2010~2011 Primera Compartment season against serious title contenders, Real Madrid on Sunday at ONO Estadi, Palma di Mallorca.
The opening edge of night fixture will feature the debut of newly appointed manager Jose Mourinho as he looks to end a two-year title drought in private action. Bitter rivals Barcelona have dominated these last two seasons and Real Madrid has had to play alternative fiddle during this time.
That ‘s not all that the Portuguese nationalist was hired for; the club aspires to win the UEFA Champions League title this season and who better for the job than the fellow that led Inter Milan to Championship glory form season.
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Mourinho’s first test at the helm isn’t an easy one. Mallorca loom threatening. The islanders finished fifth last season in La Liga, but had at times occupied a spot within the top four.
Expectations are running high as Mourinho and the made over Madrilenos make their debut; hopefully, a winsome debut.
Soccer Betting Line:
Mallorca +1½ -130 +700 3 O -105 U -115 ½ O -130 U +110 Draw +375
Real Madrid -1½ +110 -275 3 O -105 U -115 2 O -140 U +120 Draw +375
Match Time: 02:00 PM AM Eastern Time (20:00 Local Patch Sunday August 29, 2010
Soccer Betting Verdict: This off will be the first test for newly appointed manager Jose Mourinho; rich expectations are set on the Portuguese national’s shoulders. He led Inter Milan to a triplet of titles, including the domestic league title and Coppa Italia.
You get the sense that nothing but a win will be acceptable in this proceeding. Honest are hot favourites at -275 and quite rightly so.
Mourinho’s bench is a coach’s begrudge and certainty all the talent contained within, you would watch them to run riot at Mallorca. Throughout 3 is trading at -105 while Under 3 is listed at -115.
Taking on Mallorca at residence was a daunting prospect last occasion for any team. They were solid at home and tough to pulsate.
In some ways, things have changed on the island with the club falling to financial troubles and key players departing during the summer months. It seems that Mallorca have been harshly weakened. Mallorca at +700 to win outright is therefore a long shot bet.
Soccer Free Picks: Genuine Madrid -275 | Over 3 -105