{"id":1449257,"date":"2026-05-15T09:43:30","date_gmt":"2026-05-15T08:43:30","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/www.squawka.com\/en\/?post_type=news&p=1449257"},"modified":"2026-05-15T09:43:31","modified_gmt":"2026-05-15T08:43:31","slug":"match-preview-rayo-vallecano-vs-villarreal-17-05-26-la-liga","status":"publish","type":"news","link":"https:\/\/www.squawka.com\/en\/news\/match-preview-rayo-vallecano-vs-villarreal-17-05-26-la-liga\/","title":{"rendered":"Rayo Vallecano vs Villarreal: stats, predictions, tips & odds"},"content":{"rendered":"\n

With Villarreal<\/a> already securing a top four La Liga<\/a> finish and Rayo Vallecano<\/a> seeking a statement win, this clash at Estadio de Vallecas on Saturday is set up as a classic contrast between attacking firepower and possession-based football. <\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n

The Yellow Submarine have dominated this fixture in recent years, but Vallecano will be desperate to end their home campaign with an upset. Kick-off is scheduled for 6pm (UK time), and all eyes will be on whether Villarreal\u2019s ruthless attack can overcome Vallecano\u2019s ball control and defensive resolve.<\/p>\n\n\n\n\n\n\n

Best Bets & Predictions<\/h2>\n\n\n\n

Based on season-long attacking stats and head-to-head trends, here are our top betting recommendations for this match. We’re particularly confident in backing both teams to score, given the underlying numbers and recent meetings between these sides.<\/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
Both Teams to Score: Yes<\/strong><\/td>\n8\/13 @ Bet365<\/a>
(61.9%)<\/td>\n		\u2b50\u2b50\u2b50\u2b50<\/td>\nWe are backing both teams to score because Villarreal have the second-best attack in the league with 67 goals, while Rayo Vallecano have scored in five of their last six home games. Both have conceded 43 goals this season, and BTTS has landed in four of their last six meetings.<\/td>\n<\/tr>\n
Villarreal to Win<\/strong><\/td>\n13\/8 @ Bet365<\/a>
(38.1%)<\/td>\n		\u2b50\u2b50\u2b50<\/td>\nWe are backing Villarreal to win because they have won six of the last 11 head-to-heads and boast nearly double Rayo\u2019s goal tally this season. Their attack is in top gear and they travel well, beating Vallecano 4-0 in the reverse fixture.<\/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

Villarreal have been one of the standout teams, sitting 3rd with 69 points from 36 matches (W21 D6 L9) and a +24 goal difference. Rayo Vallecano are 10th with 44 points (W10 D14 L12), highlighting their tendency for draws and struggle to turn possession into wins.<\/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
Villarreal<\/td>\n3<\/td>\n36<\/td>\n21<\/td>\n6<\/td>\n9<\/td>\n67<\/td>\n43<\/td>\n24<\/td>\n69<\/td>\n<\/tr>\n
Rayo Vallecano<\/td>\n10<\/td>\n36<\/td>\n10<\/td>\n14<\/td>\n12<\/td>\n37<\/td>\n43<\/td>\n-6<\/td>\n44<\/td>\n<\/tr>\n<\/tbody>\n<\/table>\n<\/figure>\n\n\n\n\n\n\n

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