👉 What is the recommended bet for Rayo Vallecano vs Espanyol?

The prediction and suggested bet for Rayo Vallecano vs Espanyol on 4 April 2025, assessed by our football experts, is: Rayo Vallecano to win ⇒ bet available at Bet365.

👉 In which stadium will the Rayo Vallecano vs Espanyol match be played?

The Rayo Vallecano vs Espanyol match on 4 April 2025 will take place in Madrid, at Vallecas Stadium.

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Rayo Vallecano vs Espanyol Prediction – La Liga

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Here you find the best prediction of Rayo Vallecano vs Espanyol in La Liga, as well as the match analysis and betting tips.

Read below our detailed analysis of both teams, including recent records and key statistics from their previous encounters to provide the best prediction for the match between Rayo Vallecano and Espanyol.

Rayo Vallecano

04 April 2025 – 19::00
La Liga
2024/2025
Normal Time – Round 30

Espanyol

Betting tip and prediction for this match between Rayo Vallecano vs Espanyol

The best prediction for Rayo Vallecano vs Espanyol in La Liga is a victory for Rayo Vallecano. The home side not only has the advantage of playing in front of their supporters but also brings more compelling arguments to this fixture. Importantly, the visitors have won just 1 out of 13 away matches, suggesting Rayo Vallecano is likely to take the initiative and secure the win for their fans.

The best prediction for Rayo Vallecano vs Espanyol

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Match preview: Rayo Vallecano vs Espanyol

Rayo Vallecano and Espanyol face off at Vallecas Stadium, in a match for the 30th round of La Liga. In their last meeting in this competition on 31-08-2024, Espanyol triumphed at home with a score of 2-1. While the historical record is somewhat in favour of Rayo Vallecano with 2 wins and 1 loss in their last 3 encounters at this stadium, it’s worth noting that the most recent clash there ended on 21-05-2023 with Espanyol winning 2-1. The home advantage could play a significant role in this matchup as both teams show notable discrepancies in their home and away performances.

Team analysis: Rayo Vallecano

The home team occupies 7th place in the rankings, having amassed 40 points from 10 wins, 10 draws, and 9 losses. Their penultimate match ended in a 2-2 draw at home against Real Sociedad, followed by a 2-0 victory against Deportivo Alavés. Intriguingly, Rayo Vallecano has performed better away than at home, with a record of 7 wins, 3 draws, and 5 losses in their last 30 away matches, compared to 5 wins, 5 draws, and 5 losses at home. Over the last 10 home fixtures in the league, they have accumulated 15 points from 30 available, with the most frequent half-time score being 0-0 in 5 of 14 home games. Despite a lack of defensive solidity, conceding in 7 of their last 10 matches, their attack has been effective, scoring in 8 of those games. In 29 league matches, they’ve turned around the score in just 3 of the 11 times they fell behind.

Rayo Vallecano arrives at this match following a 2-0 victory at Alavés Stadium, which marks their second consecutive unbeaten match in La Liga. Their goals in that match were netted by Pathé Ciss and Pedro Díaz. The team typically adopts a 4-3-3 formation, focusing on a measured style of play while directing their assaults through the centre. The attacking trio features Jorge de Fruitas, Álvaro García, and Randy Nteka, with Oscar as the linchpin in their midfield. All players are available for this fixture.

Team analysis: Espanyol

Currently sitting in 15th place with 29 points from 7 wins, 8 draws, and 13 losses, the visiting team has struggled for form. Their last match ended in a 1-1 draw against Atletico Madrid, following a 2-1 defeat against Mallorca in their previous outing. Espanyol has shown to be significantly affected by their home advantage, with a poor away record of 2 wins, 2 draws, and 11 losses over their last 30 games away from home, having scored 12 goals and conceded 26. In contrast, at home, they secured 6 wins, 6 draws, and 3 losses, with 19 goals scored and 16 conceded. Throughout the league, Espanyol has gained just 4 points from a possible 30 in their last 10 away matchups, consisting of 1 win, 1 draw, and 8 losses. The most common half-time score in their away games has been 0-0 (6 in 13 matches). They have conceded in 8 of their last 10 fixtures, highlighting their defensive frailties, while managing to score in each of their last 10 encounters. Additionally, in their last 13 away games, 6 resulted in under 1.5 total goals. In 28 league matches, Espanyol has been behind first 12 times, managing to overturn the deficit just once.

Espanyol continues its journey to this match after a 1-1 draw against Atletico Madrid, which marks their third consecutive unvictorious fixture in La Liga. The only goal in that encounter came from Javi Puado. The away side generally sets up in a 4-3-3 formation, with Jofre Carreras, Javi Puado, and Roberto Fernández responsible for the attacking duties. Pol Lazano stands out in midfield, serving as a crucial player for organising their plays and orchestrating offensive transitions. All players are available for this encounter.