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

The best prediction for Granada vs Rayo Vallecano, on January 6, 2026, by the analysts suggests: Under 2.5 goals ⇒ bet available.

👉 Where will the Granada vs Rayo Vallecano match be played?

The match between Granada and Rayo Vallecano on January 6, 2026, will be held in Granada, at Estadio Nuevo Los Cármenes.

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Granada vs Rayo Vallecano Prediction – King’s Cup

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Check out the best predictions for Granada vs Rayo Vallecano

Here you will find the best prediction for Granada vs Rayo Vallecano in the Copa del Rey, along with match analysis and betting tips.

Read below for our detailed analysis of both teams, including recent head-to-head records and key statistics from their last matches to provide the best prediction for this match between Granada and Rayo Vallecano.

Granada

January 6, 2026 – 18::00
Copa del Rey
2025/2026
Round of 32

Rayo Vallecano

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

The best prediction for Granada vs Rayo Vallecano in the Copa del Rey is that there will be under 2.5 goals. In addition to expecting a relatively balanced match, both teams have shown some struggles in their attacking phases, which may lead them to prioritize their defensive organization over offensive pursuits.

Best prediction for Granada vs Rayo Vallecano

Under 1.5 goals in the 1st half (live betting tip)
Under 3.5 goals (live betting tip, double or triple)
Under 3.0 Asian goals (riskier tip)

Match prediction for Granada vs Rayo Vallecano

The teams Granada and Rayo Vallecano will face off at the Estadio Nuevo Los Cármenes in a match for the Copa del Rey (Round of 32). The recent head-to-head record favors the away team, with Rayo Vallecano achieving 2 wins and 1 draw in their last 3 encounters. The last direct matchup between these two teams, on May 15, 2024, ended with Rayo Vallecano winning 2-1. Home advantage may play an important role in this match, as both teams exhibit significant differences in their home and away performances.

Granada Analysis

The home team enters this Copa del Rey stage (Round of 32) after eliminating Tenerife with a 1-0 victory away in the previous round. Interestingly, this is a team that demonstrates better performance away compared to home, with their last 30 matches yielding 5 wins, 4 draws, and 6 losses as visitors, scoring 20 goals and conceding 20, compared to 4 wins, 6 draws, and 5 losses at home, netting 19 goals and allowing 21. Granada comes into this match after a 3-2 defeat away against Almería. In their last 10 home matches across all competitions, Granada has won 2, drawn 5, and lost 3. The team has conceded goals in 8 of their last 10 matches, indicating a need to improve defensively. However, their attack has been consistent, scoring in 9 of their last 10 games. In 15 matches, they conceded the first goal 5 times, managing to overturn the score only once.

Granada arrives at this match after a 3-2 defeat in their visit to Almería, with the goals scored by Pedro Alemañ and Jorge Pascual. It’s worth noting that the hosts reach this Copa del Rey stage after eliminating Tenerife in the previous match. The team, coached by Pacheta, is expected to maintain their regular 4-3-3 tactical system, emphasizing quick transitions and flank incursions. Souleymane Faye, Jorge Pascual, and Alex Sola will lead the attack, supported by Rubén Alcaraz and playmaker Pedro Alemañ, who orchestrates the offensive plays from midfield. Luca Zidane will be absent from this match as he is participating in the Africa Cup of Nations.

Rayo Vallecano Analysis

The away team arrives at this Copa del Rey stage (Round of 32) after an away victory of 2-1 after extra time against Real Ávila. This is a team that benefits from playing at home, performing better with the support of their fans, with results from their last 30 matches showing 5 wins, 3 draws, and 7 losses as visitors, scoring 19 goals and conceding 22. At home, Rayo Vallecano achieved 6 wins, 8 draws, and only 1 loss, with a total of 20 goals scored and 9 allowed. In their last La Liga match, they drew 1-1 at home against Getafe. Over their last 10 away games, Rayo Vallecano has secured 4 wins, 2 draws, and 4 losses. Defensive solidity has not been their strong suit, having conceded goals in 7 of their last 10 matches. In 15 games, they were able to come back to win 3 times after conceding the first goal.

Rayo Vallecano enters this match after a 1-1 draw against Getafe at home, where Jorge de Frutos scored their only goal. Notably, the visitors arrive at this Copa del Rey stage after eliminating Real Ávila in the previous match. Coached by Iñigo Pérez, the team is expected to maintain their usual 4-3-3 formation, focusing on quick and dynamic football, seeking to exploit gaps left by the opponent’s defense. In the attack, Álvaro García, Sergio Camello, and Jorge de Frutos form a dangerous trio capable of shifting the balance at any moment. In midfield, Isi Palazón takes on the role of playmaker, dictating the pace of the game and boosting Rayo’s offensive transitions. All players are available for this match.