Las Palmas vs. Valladolid: Spanish Championship Match Prediction
Las Palmas will face Valladolid in the 16th round of Primera to strengthen their position in the elite division. Will the hosts be able to take advantage of the support of the stands on December 7 and win a difficult duel, or will the visitors find a way to take the points? Our experts have studied the chances of both teams and prepared a forecast, as well as selected the best betting options for this confrontation
Match announcement
Las Palmas
Current form
Saturday’s La Liga match will be an opportunity for Las Palmas to build on the success of their last round, when they surprised everyone with an away win against Barcelona. The result, which coincided with the club’s 125th anniversary, lifted spirits and helped to balance a recent run of wins and losses in their last five games. Historically, Las Palmas have had a successful record against Valladolid, unbeaten in their last six league encounters. They are also five points above their last relegation season (2017/18) at this stage, adding to the optimism.
Injuries and disqualifications
Marvin Park (injury) and Sandro Ramirez (muscle injury) will be out.
Interesting trends for betting
- Las Palmas have scored at least one goal in each of their last seven home matches.
- The team have scored eight second-half goals in their last five league games, highlighting their strong finish to games.
- Fabio Silva, recently nominated as La Liga U23 Player of the Month for November, has been a key player, scoring three times in his last four matches, including a vital goal on the final day.
Probable lineup: Cillessen - Munoz, Marmol, Alex Suarez, Viti - Liodis, Rodriguez, Javier - Moleiro, McBurnie, Mata
Real Valladolid
Current form
Valladolid have had a tough season since returning to La Liga from the second tier. They are bottom of the table with just 12 points from their opening 15 games. Although Valladolid have been much more organised at home, conceding just eight goals in seven games, things remain tense away from home. This match will be an important chance to strengthen their position as Valladolid looks to improve their chances of survival in La Liga.
Disqualifications and injuries
Due to injuries, the following will not be able to take part in the game: Anuar (hernia), Sanchez (muscle injury), Ozankar (muscle injury) and Amallah (calf injury).
Interesting trends for betting
- Valladolid have won 75% of their points at home this season.
- Four of the team last six goals in La Liga have come after 60 minutes.
- In their last ten home matches in La Liga, Valladolid have kept three clean sheets.
Probable lineup: Ferreira - Rosa, Torres, Boyomo, Comert, Ruiz - Chuki, Kike, Perez - Salla, Ndiaye
Trends
Bet Exact score 1:1
The visitors have finished two of their last ten matches with this score.
9.55Bet Goals in both halves - no
In 2 of the last 4 matches of the hosts this type of bet took place
2.05Bet Corners: Total Under 9.5
This betting option has taken place in 3 of Las Palmas' last 5 matches
1.99Penalty Bet - No
In two of the last six head-to-head matches, no penalties were awarded
1.28Tip and bets
The visitors approach this match with the motivation to improve their situation in the standings, while the hosts are aiming to consolidate their position in the middle of the rankings. Expectations of attacking football from both sides are justified, given the style of play of both teams. In the last three head-to-head meetings, both teams have scored in two of them, and this trend could continue, given the form of the key strikers.
Prediction: both will score and we bet on it for 2.10
Bet on the outcome
The match promises to be tense, as both teams are fighting for important points. Despite the more confident performance of the hosts, the visitors are motivated to improve their position in the table. We assume that neither side will be able to tip the scales in their favor, and the game will end in a draw.
Our prediction is a draw and we bet on it for 3.60
Yellow Card Betting
The expected matchup with a high density of play in the centre of the pitch could lead to frequent fouls. Four of Las Palmas' last five matches have seen at least four yellow cards, and Valladolid are no strangers to foul play in these games.
Our prediction is total over 4.5 yellow cards with odds of 1.85