On Monday, February 6, Rayo Vallecano will play Almeria at the Estadio de Vallecas. Despite their mixed results this season, the hosts remain optimistic about securing European football. Sergio Camello scored the only goal of the game midway through the second half as Vallecano defeated Villarreal 1-0 to get back on track.
With 29 points from 19 games, the Vallecano sit in ninth place in the standings. They will now attempt to win consecutive games for the first time this year. Almeria, on the other hand, has started getting important points in La Liga as they try to stay in the top division for another season.
In their most recent match, they defeated Espanyol 3-1, scoring three goals before their opponents scored a late consolation. With 22 points from 19 games, the visitors rank 11th in the points table.
Rayo Vallecano vs Almería Match Details :
- Rayo Vallecano v Almeria
- Primera Division Spain
- Date – 06/02/2023
- Starting time – 20:00 UTC
- Venue: Estadio de Vallecas, Madrid, Spain
Rayo Vallecano vs Almería Prediction :
After going five games without a victory, Vallecano has won two of their last three games. However, they have not won in their last three home games and may struggle here. In the meantime, Almeria’s most recent victory ended their five-game losing streak. However, they may have to settle for a point after recent road struggles.
Prediction: Rayo Vallecano 1-1 Almeria
Rayo Vallecano vs Almería Head to head :
In the 18 meetings that Almeria and Vallecano have had, the hosts have won 10-6. After losing their previous five games, the visitors have won three of their last four in this matchup. Almeria is one of only two teams in La Liga who have not won on the road this season.
This season, Vallecano has allowed the most league goals of any team in the top half of the standings 22. This season, the Rojiblancos have given up 29 goals in La Liga. Only two teams, two of which are currently in the relegation zone, have conceded more. Rubi’s team has not kept a clean sheet in their last five competitive games.
Rayo Vallecano vs Almería Team news :
Due to a muscular issue, Rayo is expected to be without Oscar Valentin once more, but the home team is otherwise in good shape heading into this match. Andres Martin is likely to keep his spot in the wide area, and head coach Iraola may select the same team that played Villarreal.
Changes include Radamel Falcao and Unai Lopez, but Camello’s goal against Villarreal should keep him in the center-forward position. Kaiky’s fitness remains a concern for Almeria, but the visitors are otherwise well-prepared for the match.
Consequently, given the impressive performance and outcome, it would not be surprising to see the same team against Espanyol from the opening whistle on. Baptistao and Adri Embarba are expected to play wide for the away team, so Luis Suarez should keep his position as a center forward.
Rayo Vallecano vs Almería Betting tips :
- Tip 1 – Game: Draw.
- Tip 2 – Goals: Over/under 2.5, under 2.5 (seven of their last nine meetings have resulted in goals less than 2.5).
- Tip 3 – Both teams should score: Yes (in four of the visitors’ last five games, both teams have scored).
Rayo Vallecano vs Almería Lineups :
Rayo Vallecano:
- Dimitrievski;
- Balliu, Lejeune, Catena, F Garcia;
- Comesana, Ciss;
- Palazon, Trejo, Martin;
- Camello
Almeria:
- Martinez;
- Pozo, Ely, Babic, Akieme;
- Robertone, De la Hoz, Melero;
- Baptistao, Suarez, Embarba
Rayo Vallecano vs Almería Where to Watch :
| Country | Channels |
| United Kingdom | BoxNation |
| Germany | DAZN, DAZN2 |
| United States | Fox Soccer Plus, ViX |
| France | Molotov, Free, L’Equipe, L’Equipe Web |
| Nepal | SONY TEN 3 HD, Sony LIV, SONY TEN 3 |
| India | JioTV, SONY TEN 3 HD, SONY TEN 3, Sony LIV |
| Sri Lanka | Sony LIV, SONY TEN 3, SONY TEN 3 HD |