Rayo Vallecano vs Real Madrid La Liga Predictions, Tips and Odds: Los Blancos to tighten their grip on title?
Real Madrid will look to tighten their grip on the La Liga title when they travel to Rayo Vallecano on Sunday.
Rayo Vallecano vs Real Madrid predictions
Rayo Vallecano vs Real Madrid: Predictions |
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| Bet | Prediction | Bookmaker odds |
| BTTS? | No | 19/20 with Midnite |
| Correct Score | Rayo Vallecano 0-2 Real Madrid | 7/1 with SpreadEx |
| First Goalscorer | Brahim Diaz | 15/2 with Bet365 |
The stats behind our Rayo Vallecano vs Real Madrid predictions:
- Real Madrid have conceded just one goal in their last four matches across all competitions.
- Rayo Vallecano have drawn one and lost five of their last six games (all comps), scoring just four goals during that time.
- Brahim Diaz has opened the scoring in two of Real Madrid’s last three matches across all competitions.
Real Madrid to tighten their grip on La Liga title?
Real Madrid have faced a tough battle to fully secure top spot in La Liga this season, but not from the usual suspects. While Barcelona and Atletico Madrid are down in third and fourth, respectively, and some way off the pace, it is Girona that have been the surprise package this season, sitting top of the table for much of it.
However, Los Blancos dealt what may well be a decisive blow in the title race last week, beating the surprise challengers by a dominant 4-0 scoreline thanks to goals from Vincius Jr, Rodrygo and two from, yes you guessed it, Jude Bellingham.
Incredibly, that’s just the second league game Girona have lost all season, with both coming against Real Madrid, who have notched up a 7-0 combined scoreline against them.
Real Madrid have perfectly taken the title race into their own hands with those two huge results. Now, it’s all about seeing the job through, starting with this tricky away trip to 14th-place Rayo Vallecano.
Rayo Vallecano vs Real Madrid match tip
Vinicius Jr to score or assist @ 8/11 with Sky Bet
With no Jude Bellingham here due to injury, Vinicius Jr will shoulder more of Real Madrid’s attacking burden. The Brazilian has six direct goal involvements in his last four La Liga appearances (three goals, three assists).
Rayo Vallecano vs Real Madrid odds
RAYO VALLECANO VS REAL MADRID
It’ll come as no surprise that Real Madrid are heavy favourites in this tie given they sit five points clear atop La Liga with just one league defeat to their name all season. However, Rayo Vallecano have sprung a few surprises against Los Blancos in recent years, so the result is not set in stone for Carlo Ancelotti’s men.
Rayo Vallecano vs Real Madrid team news
Rayo Vallecano team news |
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| In | Out | Doubtful |
| – | – | Diego Mendez, Pep Chavarria |
Rayo Vallecano have a fully fit squad available to them this weekend, with the exception of Diego Mendez and Pep Chavarria, who are minor doubts.
Top Scorer: Alvaro Garcia (6)
Card Magnet: Alfonso Espino (7)
Assist Ace: Unai Lopez, Raul De Tomas (2)
Real Madrid team news |
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| In | Out | Doubtful |
| – | Antonio Rüdiger, David Alaba, Eder Militao, Jude Bellingham, Thibaut Courtois, Ferland Mendy | – |
Eder Militao, David Alaba and Thibaut Courtois remain sidelined long-term, while Jude Bellingham is out for a couple of weeks. Ferland Mendy is suspended and while Antonio Rüdiger is closing in on a return, he won’t be ready for this match.
Top Scorer: Jude Bellingham (16)
Card Magnet: Antonio Rüdiger (7)
Assist Ace: Toni Kroos (7)
How to watch Rayo Vallecano vs Real Madrid Live
Rayo Vallecano vs Real Madrid will be shown for subscribers of La Liga TV in the UK on Sunday at 1pm (UK time).
Rayo Vallecano vs Real Madrid head-to-head
- 05/11/23-Real Madrid 0-0 Rayo Vallecano – La Liga
- 24/05/23 – Real Madrid 2-1 Rayo Vallecano – La Liga
- 07/11/22 – Rayo Vallecano 3-2 Real Madrid – La Liga
- 26/02/22 – Rayo Vallecano 0-1 Real Madrid – La Liga
- 06/11/21 – Real Madrid 2-1 Rayo Vallecano – La Liga
As mentioned, Rayo Vallecano have given as good as they’ve got against Real Madrid in recent meetings, drawing 0-0 last time and beating Los Blancos 3-2 back in November 2022.
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