Villarreal vs Rayo Vallecano Prediction, Betting Tips, Lineups & Odds | 18 Dec 2024

Back Villarreal to Beat Rayo

We can back Villarreal at -125 to get the better of Rayo and this looks like a standout price. The Full-Time Result market gives us the chance to grab a slice of value for this selection.

Villarreal Beat Rayo in Pair’s Previous Clash

Villarreal have lost back-to-back games, most recently suffering a 2-1 home defeat to Real Betis at Estadio de la Ceramica. El Submarino Amarillo had the majority of the ball boasting 62% possession and four shots on target, with Alejandro Baena getting the goal.

Rayo Vallecano drew their previous game which was at home. The action at Campo de Futbol de Vallecas ended 3-3 against Real Madrid. Inigo Perez's team had just 34% possession and recorded five shots on goal, with Unai Lopez, Abdul Mumin and Isi Palazon all on target.

Head-to-Head Statistics

Villarreal won the most recent encounter between these teams. A 3-0 home victory was recorded against Rayo at Estadio de la Ceramica. The 8 past H2H meetings have involved five Villarreal victories, one draw and two Rayo wins.

La Liga		G	W	D	L	GF	GA	GD	GD	P
13	Rayo Vallecano	0	0	0	0	0	0	0	0:0	0
20	Villarreal	0	0	0	0	0	0	0	0:0	0

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4 wins, 3 losses and 3 draws, averaging 1.6 goals from 4.4 shots on goal and 14.1 attempts. Villarreal have had 53.2% possession, 437.4 passes and 4.4 corners per match. On average, the opposition have scored 1.4 goals from 3.4 shots on goal and 10.4 attempts, while being awarded 3.2 corners.

Top scorer Alejandro Baena has found the net 4 times, with Thierno Barry and Ayoze Perez getting 3 apiece. Alejandro Baena is the leading assists maker with 3, while goalie Diego Conde has 1 clean sheets.

Rayo have won 3, lost 4 and drawn 3, with an average of 1.0 goals from 12.8 attempts and 3.2 shots on goal. Los Franjirrojos average 47.6% possession, 379.0 passes, 5.3 corners in their favour and 5.6 corners against, while conceding 1.2 goals from 13.1 attempts and 4.7 shots on goal.

Jorge de Frutos has scored 2 goals, followed by Unai Lopez, Isi Palazon, Abdul Mumin and Pathe Ciss on 1. Isi Palazon has clocked up 3 assists, with Augusto Batalla keeping 3 clean sheets in the last 10 games.

Confirmed Lineups

Villarreal confirmed lineup (4-4-2): Luiz Junior (GK), Pau Navarro, Willy Kambwala, Logan Costa, Sergi Cardona, Yeremi Pino, Pape Gueye, Santi Comesana, Denis Suarez, Thierno Barry, Ayoze Perez.

Rayo Vallecano confirmed lineup (4-2-3-1): Augusto Batalla (GK), Ivan Balliu, Florian Lejeune, Abdul Mumin, Alfonso Espino, Oscar Valentin, Pedro Diaz, Jorge de Frutos, Oscar Trejo, Alvaro Garcia, Sergio Camello.

Villarreal vs Rayo Vallecano Prediction & Betting Tips

Villarreal are priced at -125 to secure a victory and we think these odds look too big. We’re expecting the hosts to land a La Liga win and a nice potential return could be on the cards.

We always have a keen eye on team news, while our football experts have their finger on the pulse by knowing the latest form. You will also find a compendium of stats which provide some valuable pointers ahead of the action.

Key Villarreal vs Rayo Vallecano league stats:

• Rayo have lost 3 of their last 5 games.
• Rayo have lost 11 of their last 20 games on the road.
• Villarreal have won 5 of their last 8 games against Rayo.

Villarreal to Win Probability

The latest odds imply that our pick has a 55.6% prospect of winning. Our experts think there’s a stronger chance of success and calculate the probability to be 60-65%. This is why we can recommend this wager.

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Our Match Prediction

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Correct Score Prediction

Villarreal 1 - 0 Rayo

There are betting odds of +650 that Villarreal land a 1-0 victory. The correct score option is popular due to the potential return that can be achieved.

Villarreal vs Rayo Vallecano Odds

The bookies betting odds have Villarreal as -143 favourites for this La Liga clash, implying that they are 59% likely to win the match. Rayo Vallecano are regarded as a long shot to win and you can currently back them at +400.

You can get a similar price whether you’re backing Over or Under 2.5 Goals.

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Full-Time Result

1

-143

X

+275

2

+400

Half-Time Result

1

+130

X

+125

2

+400

Double Chance

1X

-599

12

-400

X2

+110

Draw No Bet

1

-350

2

+250

Asian Handicap

1 Hcp -0.75

-103

2 Hcp +0.75

-108

Total Goals

Under 2.5

-100

Over 2.5

-125

Both Teams to Score

Yes

-133

No

-100

Villarreal vs Rayo Vallecano Lineups & Team News

Make sure you know the lineups ahead of kick-off, with injuries also playing a part when it comes to Villarreal vs Rayo team news.

The La Liga squad information is a great asset when it comes to making your bets.

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