Pellegrini Plans Full Squad Overhaul Ahead of Mallorca Showdown
Real Betis are set to take on RCD Mallorca this Sunday, but it looks like fans at the Estadio Benito Villamarín will see an entirely new lineup. According to reports from Mundo Deportivo , head coach Manuel Pellegrini plans to rotate his entire starting XI for this La Liga clash. It’s quite the bold move, especially following Betis’ recent 7–1 demolition of Palma del Río in the Copa del Rey.
That midweek victory was a statement performance, but it also served as a testing ground for many of the squad’s fringe players. Those given a chance certainly made an impression — scoring freely, showing energy, and giving Pellegrini a few selection headaches. Still, the Chilean manager seems intent on restoring his core starters for the league match against Mallorca, keeping rotation and player fitness well balanced.
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Reports suggest that key names like Natan, Pablo Fornals, Antony, and Cucho Hernández are all expected to return to the first team. These players had been rested midweek but are now being recalled as Betis look to strengthen their position in the La Liga table. After all, every point counts, and Pellegrini knows that consistency in the league requires a dependable core group on the field.
For Mallorca, meanwhile, this trip to Seville won’t be an easy one. The visitors currently sit mid-table, showing flashes of competitiveness but struggling with consistency. Their most recent match ended in a 1–1 draw against Levante, where they took 19 shots but failed to capitalize on most of their chances. Japanese forward Takuma Asano remains one of the players to watch — he’s scored once this season and is always a threat on the counter.
Statistically, Betis enter this match in stronger form. They rank sixth in La Liga for goals scored, with 15 goals in their campaign so far, while Mallorca are 13th in offense and 14th in goals conceded. The defensive contrast is also clear — Betis have allowed just 12 goals, putting them seventh-best in the league, compared to Mallorca’s more vulnerable back line.
So, as Sunday approaches, this game looks like a classic test of depth and momentum. Betis, fresh off a morale-boosting cup win, will try to turn that energy into a solid league performance. Mallorca, on the other hand, will aim to disrupt Betis’ rhythm and steal a crucial away point. Whether Pellegrini’s decision to completely refresh his lineup pays off or backfires will be one of the main talking points once the whistle blows.
All eyes will be on the Villamarín — not just for the football, but to see how this full rotation strategy unfolds.
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