LiontipsAthletic vs Rayo Vallecano. Predictions and Betting Tips for La Liga
Command Analysis
Eight-time Spanish champions have almost the same squad as in the previous season. Marcelino's men got off to a great start in the new season, they are unbeaten after five rounds.
In first three matches Athletic played three draws - with Elche (0:0), Barcelona (1:1) and Atletico (0:0). Red-Whites also managed to record a victory over Celta (1:0) and over Mallorca (2:0), which brought them nine points and a fifth spot in the standings.
Team has a great defensive line, they conceded only one goal so far.
Alvarez, Berchiche, Nolaskoain, Paredes and Sancet are unavailable for an upcoming match.
Rayo Vallecano started the season in a poor form and suffered two defeats in first two matches. But capital club managed to bounce back and in the third round they recorded a first victory, trashing Granada at home (4:0).
This success gained Andoni Iraola's men self-confidence. Current manager of The Vallecans is well-known by his performance for Athletic Bilbao. In the most recent match The Red Sashes recorded an easy victory over Getafe (3:0) at home. Now team has seven points and they are at ninth spot in the standings.
Merquelanz is the only injured player in the squad, he is down with muscle injury.
Trends
СтавкаCorners: total under 9,5
This bet won in 2 out of 4 most recent away matches of Rayo Vallecano
СтавкаYellow cards: total over 3,5
This bet won in two most recent head-to-head matches
СтавкаGoals in both halves - no
In 3 out of 5 most recent head-to-head matches goals were scored only during one of the halves
Tip and bets
Rayo Vallecano put up a great performance in recent matches, but they have some problems with consistency. Athletic are undefeated so far and they are looking terrifying. In our opinion, Basques will be able to record a victory due to a home advantage and the better squad of their players.
Our prediction - Athletic to win
Head-to-head matches between the opponents were not high-scoring. Hosts have a great defensive line, they should be able to contain the hosts, so we offer to place a bet on total under.
Our second bet is on total under 2,5 goals
