Rayo Vallecano vs Espanyol Prediction, Betting Tips, Lineups & Odds | 04 Apr 2025

Espanyol To Have No Joy

We’re going for a straight pick on Rayo when it comes to the Full-Time Result market. We think the hosts can achieve some kind of victory against Espanyol, with odds of -138 currently available.

2-1 Triumph for Espanyol in Last H2H

Rayo Vallecano won their last game 2-0. This was an away victory at Estadio Mendizorroza against Deportivo Alavés. Los Franjirrojos recorded 44% possession and had five shots on target, with Pathe Ciss and Pedro Diaz each scoring one goal.

Espanyol drew their previous game which was at home. The action at RCDE Stadium ended 1-1 against Atlético Madrid. Manolo Gonzalez's men had 40% of possession and one shot on goal, with Javier Puado finding the net.

Head-to-Head Statistics

Espanyol have landed wins in their last two clashes against Rayo. A 2-1 home victory at RCDE Stadium followed a 2-1 away win at Campo de Futbol de Vallecas. We’ve seen five Rayo wins and three Espanyol victories in the past 8 meetings between the teams.

La Liga		G	W	D	L	GF	GA	GD	GD	P
7	Espanyol	0	0	0	0	0	0	0	0:0	0
13	Rayo Vallecano	0	0	0	0	0	0	0	0:0	0

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4 wins, 3 losses and 3 draws, averaging 1.1 goals from 5.2 shots on goal and 13.6 attempts. Rayo have had 54.9% possession, 442.5 passes and 4.9 corners per match. On average, the opposition have scored 0.9 goals from 3.9 shots on goal and 9.8 attempts, while being awarded 4.2 corners.

Pedro Diaz is the top scorer with 3 goals, while Pathe Ciss and Randy Nteka both have 2. Alvaro Garcia has the most assists with 5, while goalie Augusto Batalla has recorded 3 clean sheets.

Espanyol have won 3, lost 2 and drawn 5, averaging 2.4 shots on goal, 7.0 attempts and 1.1 goals. Los Periquitos average 35.3% possession, 287.1 passes, 2.3 corners awarded and 6.2 corners against, while 1.0 goals have been conceded from 14.9 attempts and 4.9 shots on goal.

Javier Puado has landed 3 goals, Roberto Fernandez 2, with Jofre Carreras and two others scoring 1. Omar El Hilali and Alvaro Tejero have managed 2 assists in the last 10 games, while Joan Garcia has 2 clean sheets to his name.

Confirmed Lineups

Rayo Vallecano confirmed lineup (4-2-3-1): Augusto Batalla (GK), Andrei Ratiu, Aridane Hernandez, Florian Lejeune, Pep Chavarria, Pathe Ciss, Pedro Diaz, Jorge de Frutos, Unai Lopez, Alvaro Garcia, Randy Nteka.

Espanyol confirmed lineup (4-2-3-1): Joan Garcia (GK), Omar El Hilali, Marash Kumbulla, Leandro Cabrera, Carlos Romero, Urko Gonzalez de Zarate, Pol Lozano, Antoniu Roca, Edu Exposito, Javier Puado, Roberto Fernandez.

Rayo Vallecano vs Espanyol Prediction & Betting Tips

There are several reasons to back Rayo, especially considering that you can get value odds of -138. We think that the favourites will have too much in hand for this La Liga encounter.

Team news plays a valuable role and we’re always monitoring the players who have an injury concern. We’ve also got a handle on the form guide, with plenty of data provided which puts you in the picture in terms of stats.

Key Rayo Vallecano vs Espanyol league stats:

• Espanyol have lost 8 of their last 10 games on the road.
• Espanyol have lost 10 of their last 13 games on the road.
• Rayo have won 5 of their last 8 games against Espanyol.

Rayo to Win Probability

According to the latest odds, our pick has a 57.9% chance of winning. However, our research has found that the actual probability is between 60-65%. It is therefore regarded as a value bet.

The Match Result & Total market not only gives you an opportunity to bet on Rayo to win but also combine this pick with a prediction for how many goals will be scored.

Our Match Prediction

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Correct Score Prediction

Rayo 2 - 0 Espanyol

Let’s go for Rayo to win 2-0, a bet which is available at +540. Correct score betting provides plenty of excitement and a potentially bigger return if you win.

Corners Prediction

Espanyol Under 3.5 Corners -152

Espanyol have had under 3.5 corners in seven consecutive away games, while Rayo Vallecano have had an average of 3.60 corners against them in their last 5 home matches. There is value when it comes to going under the Espanyol Team Corners line and this is available at -152.

League Games

League Games

Last 10 Total For Against

Last 10 at Home Total For Against

Last 10 Away Total For Against

Rayo

Total

9.10 4.90 4.20

Home

8.40 4.70 3.70

Away

11.10 4.90 6.20

Espanyol

Total

8.50 2.30 6.20

Home

10.00 4.40 5.60

Away

8.20 2.50 5.70

Latest Corner Odds

Total Corners

Over 9.5

-100

Under 9.5

-138

Rayo Corners

Over 5.5

-123

Under 5.5

-114

Espanyol Corners

Over 3.5

+115

Under 3.5

-164

Most Corners

1

-286

X

+600

2

+255

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Rayo Vallecano vs Espanyol Odds

With a 60% chance of winning, Rayo Vallecano are favourites to win this La Liga match and they’re available at betting odds of -150 with the bookies. Espanyol are trading at a bigger price than their opponents and they can be backed at +475.

If you think there will be two goals or less during the ninety minutes, then Under 2.5 Goals is a potential option.

The football betting sites offer a Draw No Bet market for all La Liga matches and you can back Rayo Vallecano at -450 and Espanyol at +300.

Full-Time Result

1

-150

X

+250

2

+475

Half-Time Result

1

+137.5

X

-100

2

+500

Double Chance

1X

-699

12

-350

X2

+115

Draw No Bet

1

-450

2

+300

Asian Handicap

1 Hcp -0.75

-106

2 Hcp +0.75

-101

Total Goals

Under 2.5

-175

Over 2.5

+137.5

Both Teams to Score

Yes

+125

No

-175

Rayo Vallecano vs Espanyol Lineups & Team News

It’s good to know about any injuries and this is reflected in our Rayo vs Espanyol team news, with this leading to predicted and confirmed lineups.

If you’re looking for the latest player information, check out the La Liga squads.

Rayo Vallecano Team Page Espanyol Team Page