The League
5:30 p.mFebruary 22, 2026
Regular season – 25
Abanca-Balaídos Stadium
Referee: Jose Luis Guzman Mansilla, Spain
Celta Vigo
Majorca
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2.58
Expected Goals (xG)
0.04
Passing by
452 (87%)
Accurate passes
315 (80%)
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13
G
Ionut Radu
6.3
20
d
Marcos Alonso (C)
7.5
4
d
Joseph Aidoo
7.3
32
d
Javi Rodríguez
7.7
23
M
Hugo Alvarez
7.2
15
M
Matías Veí
6.9
16
M
Miguel Roman
6.6
17
M
Javier Rueda
6.6
18
F
Pau Durán
6.3
9
F
Ferran Jutlà
6.2
8
F
Fer Lopez
6.9
The League Standings – First Division
Qualification/Relegation
- Promotion – Champions League (League phase)
- Promotion – Europa League (League phase)
- Promotion – Conference League (ranking)
- Relegation – LaLiga2
Iago Aspas scored twice in the dying moments as Celta Vigo secured a hard-fought 2-0 victory over the struggling Mallorcan.
Celta Vigo secured a crucial La Liga home win against Mallorca on 22 February 2026. Veteran striker Iago Aspas proved the difference, scoring both goals in a dramatic late surge at the Estadio Abanca-Balaídos.
This meeting had an important weight for both clubs. Celta de Vigo wanted to consolidate their seventh position and boost the European classification. Meanwhile, Mallorca, ranked 18th, was desperately looking for points to escape the relegation zone. The match promised to be a tense tactical affair.
Celta Vigo started the game controlling possession and setting the pace. Mallorca, as expected, adopted a disciplined defensive stance, focused on containing the home team’s attacks. Physical challenges marked the first minutes.
Mallorca’s physique soon had consequences. Vedat Muriqi received an early yellow card in the 12th minute for elbowing an opponent. Despite Celta’s 57% possession, creating clear scoring chances was a challenge for much of the first half.
The hosts increased their attacking intensity as the break approached. They registered 12 shots inside the box at the break, although many missed the target. Williot Swedberg entered the game in the 44th minute, replacing P. Duran, giving a new impetus.
The first half ended goalless, a sign of Mallorca’s strong defense and the effort of goalkeeper Leo Román. Celta de Vigo recognized the need for greater penetration and a clinical finish after the restart. They had to find a way to overcome their stubborn visitors.
Mallorca’s disciplinary problems persisted into the second period. Omar Mascarell received a yellow card in the 47th minute, followed by Toni Lato in the 52nd. Mallorca continued to prioritize defensive solidity, managing only one total shot throughout the match.
Celta Vigo’s coaching staff made strategic changes around the 69th minute. Crucially, Iago Aspas came on for F. López, bringing a legendary presence to the attack. His introduction provided the spark Celta needed to break the tie.
The decisive moment came in the 85th minute. Aspas got up to convert a penalty, which evaporated the home crowd. This vital goal finally put Celta Vigo ahead after a long spell of pressure.
The final goal ignited a controversial end to the game. Mallorca’s frustrations boiled over, resulting in more yellow cards for their coach J. Arrasate and J. Mojica. The visitors struggled to create a meaningful response in attack.
Aspas then sealed the win with his second stoppage time goal. He got a clinical finish in the 90+5th minute, with Williot Swedberg providing the assist. That late double secured a crucial three points for Celta.
Celta Vigo’s statistical dominance underlined their deserved win, with an xG of 2.58 compared to Mallorca’s minuscule 0.04. The locals have had 20 shots with 7 on target, while Mallorca has only had one shot off target. Leo Román made four saves to keep the score respectable.
This hard-earned win significantly bolsters Celta Vigo’s European aspirations, climbing further up the La Liga table. At Mallorca, the defeat increases their relegation fears, leaving them entrenched in the bottom three after a toothless attacking display.
