Rayo Vallecano vs Las Palmas: Prediction and Betting Tips with Odds of 3.60
Rayo Vallecano will play their next match on November 8 at their home ground, Vallecas. Do the giants have a chance in this clash against Las Palmas? Our experts have assessed the teams' chances and prepared the best betting options for the game. Who will come out on top, and what predictions do our site experts offer? Find the answers in this article.
Match announcement
Rayo Vallecano
Current Form
Rayo Vallecano had to skip the last La Liga round after their away game with Villarreal was postponed due to severe flooding in the region. They now aim to pick up where they left off, having lost only one of their last eight matches. Their recent 5-0 victory against sixth-division Vilamuriel in the Copa del Rey likely boosts their morale and confidence.
The Red Stripes previously showcased resilience with a hard-fought 1-0 win over Alaves in La Liga, despite being reduced to ten men in the 22nd minute. Coach Inigo Perez was particularly pleased with the clean sheet, as his team had failed to keep a shutout in their previous eight home games.
Suspensions and Injuries
Espino (foot injury) will not participate in today's match.
Interesting Betting Trends
- Rayo Vallecano hopes Jorge de Frutos will perform well
His last ten goals have led to eight victories for the team on those days, but patience might be needed on Friday, as eight of those goals were scored after the break.
- Rayo Vallecano conceded in eight of their last nine home matches
Defense remains the weakest link for the capital club, but the cup match and the game against Alaves were encouraging defensively, offering hope for today.
- Only Real Madrid has conceded fewer first-half goals (1) than Rayo Vallecano (2) in La Liga this season
Projected Lineup: Cardenas – Lejeune, Ratiu, Mumin, Chevarria – Ciss, Lopez, Embarba, Trejo – Nteka.
Las Palmas
Current Form
Las Palmas found themselves at the top of the dreaded relegation zone heading into the weekend, with only nine points from 12 league matches. Their situation could have been much worse if not for surprising wins over Valencia and Girona, before returning home to a 0-2 defeat against Atletico Madrid on Sunday. Diego Martinez's squad once again played the underdog role in this matchup, not due to the coach's record of just one win over Rayo Vallecano in five such games.
A more significant factor in the islanders' underdog status might be their record in this part of Spain, having won only once in their last 57 top-flight visits to the Comunidad de Madrid region. However, that lone triumph came last season at Vallecas, breaking an eight-match winless streak in head-to-head encounters.
Suspensions and Injuries
Unavailable for the match are Marvin (injury), Loiodice (knee injury), Cillessen (head injury), and Januzaj (muscle injury).
Interesting Betting Trends
- Las Palmas might look for inspiration from Alberto Moleiro
The player scored in the corresponding fixture last season, with five of his eight goals coming away from home, which is crucial for the team today.
- Las Palmas has scored in six of their last seven home matches
Notably, both teams have scored in only three of the last 11 head-to-head matches.
Projected Lineup: Jorcas – Munoz, Marmol, Alex Suarez, Viti – Loiodice, Rodriguez, Javier – Moleiro, McBurnie, Mata.
Trends
Bet Goals in Both Halves – Yes
In the last three head-to-head matches, goals were scored in both halves
1.93Bet Exact Score 1:1
The hosts finished two of the last ten head-to-head matches with this score
8.55Bet Corners: Total Under 9.5
This bet option succeeded in 2 of the last 4 matches of the visitors
1.74Bet Number 1 in Score
This bet succeeded in the last four matches of the visitors
1.69Tip and bets
Encounters between these rivals rarely feature an abundance of attacks and scoring chances—results matter, and maximum focus in this duel could be the key to success. However, the defense allows too much, which the attacking players can exploit. Additionally, the visitors' main goalkeeper might not play, giving the hosts even more opportunities. The giants have a terrible record of conceded goals at home, which could lead to both teams scoring.
Our prediction is both teams to score and we are betting on it with odds of 2.05
Bet on Outcome
Matches at this venue are always challenging for any team. The hosts are performing well, but the visitors are highly focused and will fight for every tournament point. We believe both teams have a chance today, and we do not rule out a draw, which would bring an important point and hope for staying in La Liga.
Prediction — draw, with odds of 3.60
Bet on Penalty
The main events are likely to occur away from the goals, creating maximum tension in the midfield. Additionally, the defenders' skill will allow them to play in their penalty area without critical errors.
Prediction — no penalty. This option is available at 1.22