Celta Vigo - Rayo Vallecano

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• Substitutions
89'		Carles Pérez	Foul
84'		Carlos Domínguez	Foul
72'		Unai López	Tripping
71'		Unai López	Tripping
70'		Iago Aspas	Unsportsmanlike conduct
45'		P. Ciss	Roughing
44'		P. Ciss	Roughing
3'		Pep Chavarría	Holding

88'			In:	Hugo Álvarez	Out:	F. Cervi
81'			In:	Óscar Valentín	Out:	José Pozo
81'			In:	Isi Palazón	Out:	Miguel Crespo
77'			In:	J. Strand Larsen	Out:	T. Douvikas
66'			In:	Sergio Camello	Out:	Bebé
66'			In:	J. Bamba	Out:	Carles Pérez
66'			In:	Hugo Sotelo	Out:	Jaílson
65'			In:	Sergio Camello	Out:	Bebé
65'			In:	Hugo Sotelo	Out:	Jaílson
46'			In:	Pep Chavarría	Out:	A. Espino
46'			In:	C. Starfelt	Out:	R. Tapia
16'			In:	Álvaro García	Out:	A. Rațiu

Celta Vigo - Rayo Vallecano Predictions

Prediction: Celta Vigo or draw

Best odds: 1.30

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As the La Liga season progresses, the clash between Celta Vigo and Rayo Vallecano at Abanca-Balaídos on a serene Sunday promises to be a pivotal encounter in the fight for survival. With both teams languishing at the lower end of the table, this match could be a turning point in their respective campaigns. Without clear predictions from analysts, the outcome hangs in the balance, stirring a palpable sense of anticipation among fans and pundits alike.

Key Players - Celta Vigo

For Celta Vigo, their hope of victory lies on the shoulders of key players who have shown glimpses of brilliance throughout a challenging season. Anastasios Douvikas, the team's attacker, has been a vital cog in the offensive wheel, with a rating of 6.63. Douvikas has managed to hit the target 10 times out of 12 shots, and although his assists column may be empty, his contribution of 4 goals can't be overlooked. You can follow his season progress here.

Midfielder Lucas Daniel de la Torre has been the creative linchpin for Celta, boasting a rating of 6.72. His 533 passes and 13 key passes are testament to his vision and playmaking abilities, which have been crucial in setting up 3 assists and finding the back of the net once. Another midfielder, Williot Theo Swedberg, with a rating of 6.77, has shown promise and contributed 2 goals, indicating his potential as a rising star in the team.

Key Players - Rayo Vallecano

On the visiting side, Rayo Vallecano will rely on their own set of influential players. Midfielder Enrique Pérez Muñoz, with a rating of 6.52, has been trying to pull the strings from the midfield, contributing 1 goal and 5 key passes. His performance can be tracked here.

Jorge de Frutos Sebastián, an attacker with a rating of 6.56, has been working tirelessly upfront. Despite only scoring once, his 6 shots on target from 11 attempts show he's not shy to take his chances. The veteran striker Radamel Falcao García Zárate, known for his predatory instincts, has a rating of 6.57 and, like his teammates, has netted once this season. His experience could be pivotal in tight matches such as this one.

Recent Form

The recent form of both teams does little to separate them. Celta Vigo's last five games have seen them struggle with consistency, recording a pattern of DLLWL. Rayo Vallecano's form mirrors their hosts' struggles, with a sequence of DLLLD. Both teams are in dire need of a positive result to break their slump and steer clear of the relegation zone.

Head-to-Head History

Looking at their head-to-head history, the two teams have had their fair share of stalemates, with two of their last three encounters ending in goalless draws. However, Celta Vigo managed to secure a convincing 3-0 win in their most recent meeting on March 11, 2023, suggesting they may have the psychological edge coming into this fixture.

Prediction

With both teams showing similar forms and no clear favorite emerging from the predictions, this match is likely to be a tightly contested affair. The absence of a clear winner in the predictions hints at the possibility of another draw, but Celta Vigo's home advantage and their emphatic victory in the last encounter could tilt the balance in their favor.

Given the importance of the match for both teams, it is expected to be a cagey encounter with moments of individual brilliance possibly deciding the outcome. The key players like Anastasios Douvikas and Lucas Daniel de la Torre for Celta Vigo, and Enrique Pérez Muñoz and Radamel Falcao García Zárate for Rayo Vallecano, will need to step up and be counted.

The final prediction? A narrow victory for Celta Vigo, with the home crowd playing a significant role in spurring their team to a much-needed three points. Expect a low-scoring affair, with a single goal potentially being the difference-maker.

Prediction probabilities

Strength

58%

42%

Attacking Potential

60%

40%

Defensive Potential

40%

60%

Poisson Distribution

40%

60%

Stregth H2H

75%

25%

Goals H2H

100%

0%

Wins the game

55%

45%

Celta Vigo - Rayo Vallecano Head to Head

31/03	Celta Vigo	0 - 0	Rayo Vallecano
11/12	Rayo Vallecano	0 - 0	Celta Vigo
11/03	Celta Vigo	3 - 0	Rayo Vallecano
10/11	Rayo Vallecano	0 - 0	Celta Vigo

La Liga standings

Rank	Team	MP	W	D	L	GF	GA	GD	Pts
1	Real Madrid	30	23	6	1	66	20	46	75
2	Barcelona	30	20	7	3	61	34	27	67
3	Girona	30	20	5	5	62	36	26	65
4	Athletic Club	30	16	8	6	50	28	22	56
5	Atletico Madrid	29	17	4	8	54	34	20	55
6	Real Sociedad	30	13	10	7	43	31	12	49
7	Real Betis	30	10	12	8	36	36	0	42
8	Valencia	29	11	8	10	32	32	0	41
9	Osasuna	30	11	6	13	36	43	-7	39
10	Villarreal	29	10	8	11	47	51	-4	38
11	Getafe	30	9	11	10	37	43	-6	38
12	Las Palmas	30	10	7	13	29	33	-4	37
13	Alaves	30	8	8	14	26	36	-10	32
14	Sevilla	30	7	10	13	37	44	-7	31
15	Mallorca	30	6	13	11	25	35	-10	31
16	Rayo Vallecano	30	6	12	12	25	38	-13	30
17	Celta Vigo	30	6	10	14	32	44	-12	28
18	Cadiz	30	4	13	13	21	40	-19	25
19	Granada CF	29	2	8	19	30	59	-29	14
20	Almeria	30	1	10	19	28	60	-32	13