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The prediction and betting suggestion for Valencia vs Espanyol, on January 24, 2026, as written by tipsters, is: Less than 2.5 goals → bet available at Bet365.

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Valencia vs Espanyol on January 24, 2026, will be played at Estadio de Mestalla in Valencia.

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Valencia vs Espanyol Prediction – La Liga

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Check out the best predictions for Valencia vs Espanyol

Here you will find the best prediction for Valencia vs Espanyol in La Liga, along with match analysis and betting tips.

Read below for our detailed analysis of both teams, including recent forms and key statistics from their last games to provide the best prediction for this match between Valencia and Espanyol.

Valencia

January 24, 2026 – 15::15
La Liga
2025/2026
Regular season – Round 21

Espanyol

Betting tip and prediction for this match between Valencia vs Espanyol

The best prediction for this match between Valencia and Espanyol in La Liga is under 2.5 goals. Both teams are expected to play a balanced game with a cautious approach. It’s notable that the “Over 2.5 Goals” market has been successful in 80% of Valencia’s home games. Therefore, a match with fewer chances and goals is anticipated.

Best prediction for Valencia vs Espanyol

Less than 1.5 goals in the 1st half (live bet suggestion)
Less than 3.5 goals (live bet suggestion, double or treble)
Less than 3.0 Asian goals (riskier suggestion)

Match prediction for Valencia vs Espanyol

The teams Valencia and Espanyol play at the Estadio de Mestalla in a match for the 21st round of La Liga. The last time these two teams met in this league edition was on September 23, 2025, which ended in a 2-2 draw. Historically at this stadium, the visiting team has an advantage with 1 win and 2 draws in the last 3 encounters. However, their last meeting at this venue was on April 22, 2025, in a La Liga match that ended in a 1-1 draw. The goals in that match were scored by Javier Guerra (57′) for Valencia and Javi Puado (40′) for Espanyol.

Valencia Analysis

After 4 wins, 8 draws, and 8 losses, the home team finds itself in 17th place with 20 points. In their last match, they won against Getafe away (0-1), following a prior home draw against Elche (1-1). In their last 10 home games in the league, Valencia secured 3 wins, 5 draws, and 2 losses, earning 14 points out of a possible 30.

In this competition, they have not lost any of their last 5 home games. Common scorelines for their home matches show 0-0 at halftime (6 out of 10 games) and 1-1 at full time (5 out of 10 games). The team has conceded goals to its opponents in 8 of their last 10 matches, indicating a lack of defensive solidity, though their attack has been consistent, with scoring in 9 of their last 10 matches in this competition. At home, there is a tendency for goals, as 9 of their last 10 league games ended with over 1.5 goals. In 20 matches in this competition, they have conceded the first goal 12 times and have never managed to turn the game around. In their last 10 home games in this competition, one notable period is where they scored 6 of their 12 goals between the 76th and 90th minutes.

Valencia comes into this match following a victory, 0-1, away at Getafe, marking their second consecutive match without losing in La Liga. The only goal was scored by José Luis Gayà. Playing at home, coach Carlos Corberán is expected to maintain their regular 4-3-3 formation, with Diego López, Luis Rioja, and Hugo Duro as the main attacking threats. Offensively, the home team tends to exploit their right flank, where the runs of defender Dimitri Foulquier enhance the depth and unpredictability of their play. Cristian Rivero and José Luis Gayà are unavailable due to suspensions, along with Thierry Correia, who is dealing with physical issues.

Confirmed lineup: Stole Dimitriexki, Jesús Vázquez, José Copete, Dimitri Foulquier, César Tárrega, Filip Ugrinic, Pepelu, Luis Rioja, Umar Sadiq, Arnaut Danjuma, Lucas Beltrán.
Manager: C. Corberán Vallet.

Espanyol Analysis

After 10 wins, 4 draws, and 6 losses, the visiting team is positioned 5th with 34 points. In their last match, they suffered a home loss to Girona (0-2), having previously drawn away against Levante (1-1). In their last 9 away matches in the league, Espanyol recorded 4 wins, 3 draws, and 2 losses, gaining 15 points from a possible 27. In their away matches, the most common score at halftime was 0-0, observed in 5 of their 11 games. Defensive solidility hasn’t been their strength either, as they have conceded goals in 7 of their last 10 matches, although their attack has been consistent, scoring in 7 of the last 10 matches in this competition. Their away fixtures tend to have few goals, as 6 of their last 9 matches in the competition ended with fewer than 2.5 goals. In 20 matches in this competition, they conceded the first goal 8 times and managed to turn the game around only twice.

Espanyol enters this match following a defeat, 0-2, against Girona, marking their third consecutive match without a win in La Liga. The visiting team typically sets up in a 4-3-3 tactical system, with Pere Milla, Roberto Fernández, and Jofre Carreras taking the advanced positions in the attack. Midfielder Pol Lozano plays the role of the team’s playmaker, responsible for orchestrating offensive actions. Omar El Hilali is sidelined due to suspension, while Javi Puado is dealing with physical issues.

Confirmed lineup: Fernando Calero, Carlos Romero, Rubén Sánchez, Pol Lozano, Urko González de Zárate, Edu Expósito, Tyrhys Dolan, Pere Milla, Roberto Fernández, Ludovic Taillandier, Manuel Iori.
Manager: L. Ramis Monfort.

Best prediction for Valencia vs Espanyol

Less than 1.5 goals in the 1st half (live bet suggestion)
Less than 3.5 goals (live bet suggestion, double or treble)
Less than 3.0 Asian goals (riskier suggestion)