{"id":1425788,"date":"2026-01-22T12:22:09","date_gmt":"2026-01-22T12:22:09","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/www.squawka.com\/en\/?post_type=news&p=1425788"},"modified":"2026-01-22T12:22:12","modified_gmt":"2026-01-22T12:22:12","slug":"match-preview-espanyol-vs-valencia-24-01-26-la-liga","status":"publish","type":"news","link":"https:\/\/www.squawka.com\/en\/news\/match-preview-espanyol-vs-valencia-24-01-26-la-liga\/","title":{"rendered":"Valencia vs Espanyol: predictions, stats, tips & odds"},"content":{"rendered":"\n

Valencia <\/a>welcome Espanyol<\/a> for a high-stakes La Liga<\/a> clash at the Estadio de Mestalla, with kick-off set for Saturday at 15:15. <\/p>\n\n\n\n

While Espanyol are chasing a European berth, Valencia find themselves fighting at the wrong end of the table. Recent head-to-heads have been tight, but Espanyol’s blend of attacking efficiency and defensive solidity may prove decisive in this encounter.<\/p>\n\n\n\n\n\n\n

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Based on Espanyol’s sharper attack and Valencia’s struggles in both boxes, here are our top betting recommendations for this match. We’re particularly confident in Espanyol to win due to their superior form, defensive record, and Valencia’s finishing issues.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

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Our Prediction<\/th>\nOdds & Bookmaker<\/th>\nConfidence<\/th>\nWhy We’re Backing It<\/th>\n<\/tr>\n<\/thead>\n
Espanyol to Win<\/strong><\/td>\n13\/10 @ Bet365<\/a>
(43.5%)<\/td>\n		\u2b50\u2b50\u2b50\u2b50<\/td>\nEspanyol have won 50% of their league matches this season, boast a stronger defence, and are more clinical in front of goal. Valencia have won just 4 of 20 and underperform their xG by a wide margin.<\/td>\n<\/tr>\n
Both Teams to Score \u2013 Yes<\/strong><\/td>\n4\/5 @ SkyBet<\/a>
(55.6%)<\/td>\n		\u2b50\u2b50\u2b50<\/td>\nFour of the last five meetings have ended level, often with both teams finding the net. Both sides have shown attacking intent, and Valencia’s leaky defence (31 conceded) suggests another open contest.<\/td>\n<\/tr>\n<\/tbody>\n<\/table>\n<\/figure>\n\n\n\n

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    Season Form & Standings<\/h2>\n\n\n\n

    Espanyol are flying high in 5th place with 34 points from 20 games (W10 D4 L6), while Valencia sit 17th, just above the drop zone, with only 20 points and a negative goal difference. Espanyol’s record is built on a strong defence and efficient attack, while Valencia’s campaign has been undermined by poor finishing and a leaky backline.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

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    Team<\/th>\nPos<\/th>\nP<\/th>\nW<\/th>\nD<\/th>\nL<\/th>\nGF<\/th>\nGA<\/th>\nGD<\/th>\nPts<\/th>\n<\/tr>\n<\/thead>\n
    Espanyol<\/td>\n5<\/td>\n20<\/td>\n10<\/td>\n4<\/td>\n6<\/td>\n23<\/td>\n22<\/td>\n1<\/td>\n34<\/td>\n<\/tr>\n
    Valencia<\/td>\n17<\/td>\n20<\/td>\n4<\/td>\n8<\/td>\n8<\/td>\n19<\/td>\n31<\/td>\n-12<\/td>\n20<\/td>\n<\/tr>\n<\/tbody>\n<\/table>\n<\/figure>\n\n\n\n\n\n\n

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