Rayo Vallecano - Valencia

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Sergi Canós

Diego López (Assist)

89'		Thierry Correia	Tripping
81'		Fran Pérez	Tripping
76'		S. Amallah	Holding
75'		S. Amallah	Holding
70'		Kike Pérez	Roughing
50'		Jesús Vázquez	Tripping
34'		Hugo Guillamón	Tripping

90'			In:	S. Amallah	Out:	Gabriel Paulista
82'			In:	Sergi Canós	Out:	Hugo González
82'			In:	Hugo Duro	Out:	R. Yaremchuk
81'			In:	Isi Palazón	Out:	Álvaro García
80'			In:	A. Rațiu	Out:	R. Falcao
71'			In:	Diego López	Out:	Fran Pérez
71'			In:	Jesús Vázquez	Out:	D. Foulquier
69'			In:	Unai López	Out:	Kike Pérez
69'			In:	Jorge de Frutos	Out:	Bebé
62'			In:	Sergio Camello	Out:	R. Nteka

Rayo Vallecano - Valencia Predictions

Prediction: Rayo Vallecano or draw

Best odds: 1.38

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As the La Liga season heats up, Rayo Vallecano and Valencia prepare to lock horns at the Estadio de Vallecas on a chilly Tuesday evening in Madrid. With both teams neck-and-neck in the standings, the predictions are hinting at a clash that could swing either way. Will Rayo Vallecano leverage their home advantage, or will Valencia snatch the points on their travels? The stats suggest a tight encounter, but let's delve deeper into the key players and recent form to unravel this football conundrum.

Key Players

Rayo Vallecano's midfield maestro, Enrique Pérez Muñoz, has been a consistent performer, boasting a rating of 6.58. With a keen eye for a pass, he has completed 118 passes this season, with 4 being key to creating scoring opportunities. His contribution will be pivotal in unlocking the Valencia defense.

Upfront, Tiago Manuel Dias Correia, better known as Bebé, brings a direct threat with his pace and power. His 6.68 rating is justified by his 2 goals from 5 shots on target, indicating his efficiency in front of goal.

Rayo's attack is further bolstered by the experienced Radamel Falcao, whose predatory instincts have netted him 1 goal this season. Despite a modest return, his presence and movement could be key in unsettling the Valencia backline.

For the visitors, Francisco Pérez Martínez, with a rating of 6.68, has been a revelation in midfield. His impressive tally of 3 assists from 10 key passes shows his ability to carve open defenses, and he will be the one to watch in creating chances for Valencia.

At the back, Mouctar Diakhaby has stood tall with a team-high rating of 6.90. His defensive prowess and threat on set pieces, having scored 1 goal, make him a dual threat.

The midfield engine for Valencia is powered by Javier Guerra Moreno, whose 7.00 rating tops the charts for his team. With 3 goals and 1 assist, his contributions from midfield could prove decisive.

Recent Form

Rayo Vallecano's form has been inconsistent, with their last five games yielding a mix of results: LDLDD. Sitting at 11th place with 19 points, their home record hasn't been formidable, but they will be eager to improve it.

Valencia, on the other hand, has had a slightly better run with LDLWD in their last five outings. They share the same points tally but sit two places above Rayo due to a better goal difference. Their away form has been less than impressive, which they will hope to address in this matchup.

Head-to-Head History

The head-to-head record between the two sides provides a glimpse into their evenly matched nature. The last encounter on April 3, 2023, ended in a 1-1 draw, demonstrating their competitive spirit. Before that, Rayo Vallecano edged Valencia 2-1 on September 10, 2022, which will surely be on the minds of the players and fans alike.

Prediction

Taking into account the recent form, key players, and head-to-head history, the prediction leans towards a Rayo Vallecano win or draw. With 45% chances for both a home win and a draw, compared to Valencia's 10% for an away victory, the odds are tipped in Rayo's favor. The prediction also suggests a low-scoring affair, with under 2.5 goals for both teams.

Given Rayo's home advantage and the form of key players like Enrique Pérez Muñoz and Radamel Falcao, coupled with Valencia's struggles on the road, a double chance favoring Rayo Vallecano or a draw seems a prudent bet. However, the unpredictable nature of football means Valencia's key men like Francisco Pérez Martínez and Javier Guerra Moreno could turn the tide.

In conclusion, expect a tightly contested match with Rayo Vallecano likely to edge it or share the spoils with Valencia. The stage is set for a fascinating La Liga encounter under the Madrid skies.

Prediction probabilities

Strength

50%

50%

Attacking Potential

40%

60%

Defensive Potential

53%

47%

Poisson Distribution

49%

51%

Stregth H2H

75%

25%

Goals H2H

64%

36%

Wins the game

55%

45%

Rayo Vallecano - Valencia Head to Head

11/05	Valencia	-	Rayo Vallecano
19/12	Rayo Vallecano	0 - 1	Valencia
03/04	Valencia	1 - 1	Rayo Vallecano
10/09	Rayo Vallecano	2 - 1	Valencia

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