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La Liga 2025-2026 • Matchweek 33
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Rayo Vallecano
Rayo Vallecano
13th place
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18:00
23 Apr 2026
Espanyol
Espanyol
10th place
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AI Prediction Double chance : Rayo Vallecano or draw
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Rayo Vallecano vs Espanyol: Match Preview, Predictions & Tips - Thursday, 23 April, 2026 13:00

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La Liga 2025-2026
18:00
Rayo Vallecano W 61%
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Espanyol W 16%

Scoring Rules

Points are calculated automatically based on your predicted score. Maximum 5 points per match.

Category Points Condition
Exact Score 5 Your prediction matches the final score exactly.
Outcome (1X2) 2 You correctly predicted the winner or a draw.
BTTS Bonus +1 You correctly predicted if both teams score (or if at least one doesn't).
Total Goals Bonus +1 You correctly predicted if total goals are Over or Under 2.5.

Examples:

  • Match result: 3:1 (Home Win, BTTS: Yes, Total: Over 2.5)
    • Prediction 3:1 → 5 points (Exact Score)
    • Prediction 2:1 → 4 points (Outcome: 2 + BTTS: +1 + Total: +1)
    • Prediction 2:0 → 2 points (Outcome: 2, BTTS: No/Yes mismatch)
    • Prediction 1:1 → 1 point (BTTS: +1, Outcome mismatch)
  • Match result: 2:0 (Home Win, BTTS: No, Total: Under 2.5)
    • Prediction 2:0 → 5 points (Exact Score)
    • Prediction 1:0 → 4 points (Outcome: 2 + BTTS: +1 + Total: +1)
    • Prediction 3:1 → 2 points (Outcome: 2, BTTS: Yes/No mismatch)
Rayo Vallecano
l l w w l
21 Played
10 Wins
8 Draws
3 Losses
Attack
Goals Scored
1.5 (32 total)
xG
1.50 (30.7 total)
Shots per Match
15.9 (334 total)
Shots on Target
5.5 (35% acc)
Corners
6.9 (144 total)
Defense
Conceded
0.7 per match
xGa
0.80 per match
Clean Sheets
10 (48%)
Discipline
Yellow Cards
1.8 avg
Red Cards
0.1 (3 total)
Fouls
11.8 (247 total)
Offsides
2.1 (45 total)
21 Played
6 Wins
4 Draws
11 Losses
Attack
Goals Scored
1 (21 total)
xG
1.00 (21.1 total)
Shots per Match
11.4 (240 total)
Shots on Target
3.7 (32% acc)
Corners
5.3 (111 total)
Defense
Conceded
1.6 per match
xGa
1.40 per match
Clean Sheets
4 (19%)
Discipline
Yellow Cards
3.1 avg
Red Cards
0.2 (5 total)
Fouls
13.6 (285 total)
Offsides
2.1 (45 total)
42 Played
16 Wins
12 Draws
14 Losses
Attack
Goals Scored
1.3 (53 total)
xG
1.20 (51.7 total)
Shots per Match
13.7 (574 total)
Shots on Target
4.6 (34% acc)
Corners
6.1 (255 total)
Defense
Conceded
1.1 per match
xGa
1.10 per match
Clean Sheets
14 (33%)
Discipline
Yellow Cards
2.5 avg
Red Cards
0.2 (8 total)
Fouls
12.7 (532 total)
Offsides
2.1 (90 total)
Espanyol
d l l d l
15 Played
6 Wins
3 Draws
6 Losses
Attack
Goals Scored
1.2 (18 total)
xG
1.40 (20.7 total)
Shots per Match
13.1 (196 total)
Shots on Target
4.7 (36% acc)
Corners
5.3 (79 total)
Defense
Conceded
1.4 per match
xGa
1.30 per match
Clean Sheets
3 (20%)
Discipline
Yellow Cards
2.3 avg
Red Cards
0.1 (2 total)
Fouls
13 (195 total)
Offsides
1.7 (25 total)
16 Played
4 Wins
5 Draws
7 Losses
Attack
Goals Scored
1.2 (19 total)
xG
1.10 (18.0 total)
Shots per Match
11.8 (188 total)
Shots on Target
3.4 (29% acc)
Corners
4.1 (65 total)
Defense
Conceded
1.7 per match
xGa
1.50 per match
Clean Sheets
5 (31%)
Discipline
Yellow Cards
2.3 avg
Red Cards
0.1 (2 total)
Fouls
14.2 (227 total)
Offsides
1.7 (27 total)
31 Played
10 Wins
8 Draws
13 Losses
Attack
Goals Scored
1.2 (37 total)
xG
1.20 (38.6 total)
Shots per Match
12.4 (384 total)
Shots on Target
4 (33% acc)
Corners
4.6 (144 total)
Defense
Conceded
1.5 per match
xGa
1.40 per match
Clean Sheets
8 (26%)
Discipline
Yellow Cards
2.3 avg
Red Cards
0.1 (4 total)
Fouls
13.6 (422 total)
Offsides
1.7 (52 total)

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🤖 AI Pattern Insights

Our model identified 4 recurring performance patterns influencing this matchup:

  • 🧱
    Defensive Stalemate

    Both teams boast solid defenses — low-scoring tactical battle expected with few goals

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    xG Defensive Battle

    Both teams rarely concede quality chances (xGA ≤1.0) — tactical stalemate with limited clear opportunities

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🎯 Betting Analysis

Rayo Vallecano vs Espanyol

🔮 Main Prediction by Periods

⏰ First Half: Rayo Vallecano is stronger in the first half (16 vs 9).
🔄 Second Half: Espanyol is stronger in the second half (14 vs 9).

💡 Recommendation: The main advantage is on the home team's side. Consider bets on match outcome and corresponding halves.

⚔️ Team Comparison

🏠 Rayo Vallecano

Early Strength
Strong
Matches Analyzed
20
Momentum
0.14
Pressure
0.13

✈️ Espanyol

Early Strength
Weak
Matches Analyzed
20
Momentum
0.2
Pressure
0.11

⏰ Match Periods Analysis

📊 Periods Explanation:

Fast Start (0-15 min): Who starts the match better and scores in the first 15 minutes.

First Half (0-45 min): Overall team effectiveness in the first half.

Second Half (46-90 min): How teams play after the break.

Final Stage (76-90 min): Who is stronger in the final minutes of the match.

🏠 Rayo Vallecano - Periods

🚀 Fast Start (0-15 min)
Goals in First 15 min
5
Avg. Goals per Match
0.25
⏰ First Half (0-45 min)
First Half Goals
16
Avg. Goals per Match
0.8
🔄 Second Half (46-90 min)
Second Half Goals
9
Avg. Goals per Match
0.45
⚡ Final Stage (76-90 min)
Late Goals
6
Avg. Goals per Match
0.3

✈️ Espanyol - Periods

🚀 Fast Start (0-15 min)
Goals in First 15 min
3
Avg. Goals per Match
0.15
⏰ First Half (0-45 min)
First Half Goals
9
Avg. Goals per Match
0.45
🔄 Second Half (46-90 min)
Second Half Goals
14
Avg. Goals per Match
0.7
⚡ Final Stage (76-90 min)
Late Goals
7
Avg. Goals per Match
0.35

🏆 Detailed Team Analysis

🏠 Rayo Vallecano - Details

📈 Momentum Analysis
Positive Sequences
4
Comeback Goals
3
Negative Sequences
1
Killer Goals
6
⚡ Pressure Analysis
Early Pressure
5
Late Pressure
6
Pressure Goals
0
⏰ Timing Patterns
Fast Starts
5
Half-time Spurts
11
Second Half Starts
3
Late Surges
6
🛡️ Defensive Analysis
Early Conceded
1
Late Conceded
4

✈️ Espanyol - Details

📈 Momentum Analysis
Positive Sequences
5
Comeback Goals
8
Negative Sequences
3
Killer Goals
9
⚡ Pressure Analysis
Early Pressure
3
Late Pressure
7
Pressure Goals
0
⏰ Timing Patterns
Fast Starts
3
Half-time Spurts
6
Second Half Starts
7
Late Surges
7
🛡️ Defensive Analysis
Early Conceded
3
Late Conceded
9

💡 Betting Recommendations by Periods

  • ⏰ Home First Half: Rayo Vallecano is stronger in the first half (16 vs 9)
  • First Half Result: Consider Rayo Vallecano to win the first half
  • 🔄 Second Half Dominance: Espanyol shows superior performance after the break (14 vs 9 goals)
  • Second Half Winner: High probability of Espanyol winning the second half
  • Overall Result: Rayo Vallecano has an advantage in the match
  • Home Handicap: Consider Rayo Vallecano handicap
  • Total Goals: Analyze team goal statistics
  • Both Teams to Score: Consider defensive qualities of teams

📊 Factor Breakdown

💡 Factor Explanations:

Momentum: Team's ability to maintain and develop success. Shows how the team reacts to scored and conceded goals.

Pressure: Team's ability to create dangerous moments and score in important match moments.

Timing: Team's ability to score in specific periods of the match (start, end of half, etc.).

Defense: Defensive reliability in different periods of the match.

Momentum (Advantage)
Away +0.069
Pressure (Advantage)
Home +0.016
Timing (Advantage)
Home +0.005 (minimal)
Defense (Advantage)
Home +0.068

📝 Detailed Summary

🏠 Home Team Analysis (Rayo Vallecano):

Momentum: Strong - team reacts well to changes in the match. Pressure: Moderate - team periodically creates danger. Defense: Reliable at the start of the match.

✈️ Away Team Analysis (Espanyol):

Momentum: Very strong - team excellently maintains success and often scores in response. Pressure: Moderate - team periodically creates danger. Defense: Vulnerable at the start of the match.

🎯 Final Betting Recommendations:

Teams are approximately equal in strength across all periods. Consider bets on draw, low total goals, or exact score.

Rayo Vallecano
Espanyol

Rayo Vallecano vs Espanyol Head-to-head statistics for Thu 23 Apr, 2026 @ 13:00 La Liga

La Liga 2025-2026 – Regular Season

#
Club
M
W
D
L
GF
GA
GD
Pt
9
Osasuna
d l w d d
>
31
10
9
12
37
38
-1
39
10
Espanyol
d l l d l
>
31
10
8
13
37
48
-11
38
11
Athletic Club
l l w l l
>
31
11
5
15
33
45
-12
38
12
Girona
d w l w d
>
31
9
11
11
33
45
-12
38
13
Rayo Vallecano
d d l w l
>
31
8
11
12
29
38
-9
35
14
Valencia
w l w l l
>
31
9
8
14
34
46
-12
35
Team comparison
Prediction
Double chance : Rayo Vallecano or draw
Goals Home: -2.5*
Goals Away: -1.5*
* -1.5 means that there will be a maximum of 1.5 goals in the fixture, i.e : 1 goal
Who Will Win
Rayo Vallecano
VS
Espanyol
Last 7 Head-to-Head Matches
3 Wins
0 Draws
4 Wins
Attack
Goals Scored
0.9 (6)
1.3 (9)
xG
0.70
2.10
Shots
11.6 (81)
10.4 (73)
Shots on Target
3 (21)
3.4 (24)
Corners
5.6 (39)
4.6 (32)
Defense
Conceded
1.3 (9)
0.9 (6)
xGa
2.10
0.70
Clean Sheets
3 (43%)
2 (29%)
Discipline
Yellow Cards
3.3 (23)
2.7 (19)
Red Cards
0.3 (2)
0.4 (3)
Fouls
15.1 (106)
13 (91)
Offsides
1.7 (12)
0.9 (6)
7 Dec
- 17:30
Espanyol
Rayo Vallecano
1.37
xG
0.21
1
0
Prob 73%
Best Tip PREMIUM
Odd 1.38
4 Apr
- 19:00
Rayo Vallecano
Espanyol
0.67
xG
3.27
0
4
31 Aug
- 17:15
Espanyol
Rayo Vallecano
1.73
xG
1.35
2
1
21 May
- 12:00
Rayo Vallecano
Espanyol
1
2
19 Aug
- 18:00
Espanyol
Rayo Vallecano
0
2
21 Apr
- 17:00
Espanyol
Rayo Vallecano
0
1
5 Dec
- 13:00
Rayo Vallecano
Espanyol
1
0
Last 6 Matches
Rayo Vallecano
VS
Espanyol
2/6 (33%) Victories 0/6 (0%)
1/6 (17%) Draws 3/6 (50%)
3/6 (50%) Defeats 3/6 (50%)
1.33 PPG 0.50
0.83 Avg Goals Scored 1.00
1.00 Avg Goals Conceded 1.83
17% BTTS % 83%
17% Over 2.5 Goals Scored % 0%
1.62 Avg xG 1.15
Rayo Vallecano
L L W W L
La Liga 2025-2026
12 Apr 2026 - 14:15
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3 0
Rayo Vallecano
UEFA Conference League 2025-2026 - Knockout phase
9 Apr 2026 - 16:45
Rayo Vallecano
3 0
AEK Athens FC
La Liga 2025-2026
3 Apr 2026 - 19:00
Rayo Vallecano
1 0
Elche
La Liga 2025-2026
22 Mar 2026 - 13:00
Barcelona
1 0
Rayo Vallecano
UEFA Conference League 2025-2026 - Knockout phase
19 Mar 2026 - 20:00
Rayo Vallecano
0 1
Samsunspor
La Liga 2025-2026
16 Mar 2026 - 20:00
Rayo Vallecano
1 1
Levante
Espanyol
D L L D L
La Liga 2025-2026
11 Apr 2026 - 16:30
Barcelona
4 1
Espanyol
La Liga 2025-2026
4 Apr 2026 - 16:30
Real Betis
0 0
Espanyol
La Liga 2025-2026
21 Mar 2026 - 15:15
Espanyol
1 2
Getafe
La Liga 2025-2026
15 Mar 2026 - 13:00
Mallorca
2 1
Espanyol
La Liga 2025-2026
9 Mar 2026 - 20:00
Espanyol
1 1
Oviedo
La Liga 2025-2026
1 Mar 2026 - 13:00
Elche
2 2
Espanyol

Rayo Vallecano vs Espanyol: Pre-match Stats Comparison

This section provides average statistics and percentages on the main markets for the last 10 matches of both teams ℹ️

Home/Away: Shows home matches for Rayo Vallecano and away matches for Espanyol

Number of goals
Rayo Vallecano
Under
Over
Espanyol
Under
Over
0.5
30% 3
70% 7
10% 1
90% 9
1.5
70% 7
30% 3
70% 7
30% 3
2.5
70% 7
30% 3
100% 10
0% 0
3.5
100% 10
0% 0
100% 10
0% 0
4.5
100% 10
0% 0
100% 10
0% 0
Both teams to score
Rayo Vallecano
Espanyol
Yes
40% 4
90% 9
No
60% 6
10% 1
1X2
Rayo Vallecano
Espanyol
1
40% 4
0% 0
X
30% 3
40% 4
2
30% 3
60% 6
Double Chance
Rayo Vallecano
Espanyol
12
70% 7
60% 6
1X
70% 7
40% 4
X2
60% 6
100% 10
Total Goals
Rayo Vallecano
Espanyol
0-1
30% 3
10% 1
2-3
60% 6
40% 4
4+
10% 1
50% 5
Total Corners
Rayo Vallecano
Under
Over
Espanyol
Under
Over
7.5
60% 6
40% 4
80% 8
20% 2
8.5
60% 6
40% 4
90% 9
10% 1
9.5
80% 8
20% 2
90% 9
10% 1
10.5
80% 8
20% 2
90% 9
10% 1
Clean Sheet
Rayo Vallecano
Espanyol
Yes
30% 3
10% 1
No
70% 7
90% 9
1X2 HT - FT
Rayo Vallecano
Espanyol
HT 1 - FT 1
30% 3
0% 0
HT 1 - FT 2
0% 0
10% 1
HT 1 - FT X
10% 1
0% 0
HT 2 - FT 1
0% 0
0% 0
HT 2 - FT 2
20% 2
30% 3
HT 2 - FT X
20% 2
10% 1
HT X - FT 1
10% 1
0% 0
HT X - FT 2
10% 1
20% 2
HT X - FT X
0% 0
30% 3
xG(xGa)
Rayo Vallecano
Espanyol
xG
1.43
0.98
xGa
0.99
1.79
Number of goals
Rayo Vallecano
Under
Over
Espanyol
Under
Over
0.5
60% 6
40% 4
50% 5
50% 5
1.5
80% 8
20% 2
100% 10
0% 0
2.5
100% 10
0% 0
100% 10
0% 0
3.5
100% 10
0% 0
100% 10
0% 0
4.5
100% 10
0% 0
100% 10
0% 0
Both teams to score
Rayo Vallecano
Espanyol
Yes
10% 1
40% 4
No
90% 9
60% 6
1X2
Rayo Vallecano
Espanyol
1
40% 4
10% 1
X
20% 2
50% 5
2
40% 4
40% 4
Double Chance
Rayo Vallecano
Espanyol
12
80% 8
50% 5
1X
60% 6
60% 6
X2
60% 6
90% 9
Total Goals
Rayo Vallecano
Espanyol
0-1
70% 7
30% 3
2-3
30% 3
70% 7
4+
0% 0
0% 0
Clean Sheet
Rayo Vallecano
Espanyol
Yes
50% 5
20% 2
No
50% 5
80% 8
Number of goals
Rayo Vallecano
Under
Over
Espanyol
Under
Over
0.5
40% 4
60% 6
40% 4
60% 6
1.5
90% 9
10% 1
90% 9
10% 1
2.5
100% 10
0% 0
100% 10
0% 0
3.5
100% 10
0% 0
100% 10
0% 0
4.5
100% 10
0% 0
100% 10
0% 0
Both teams to score
Rayo Vallecano
Espanyol
Yes
0% 0
50% 5
No
100% 10
50% 5
1X2
Rayo Vallecano
Espanyol
1
60% 6
20% 2
X
10% 1
30% 3
2
30% 3
50% 5
Double Chance
Rayo Vallecano
Espanyol
12
90% 9
70% 7
1X
70% 7
50% 5
X2
40% 4
80% 8
Total Goals
Rayo Vallecano
Espanyol
0-1
90% 9
40% 4
2-3
10% 1
50% 5
4+
0% 0
10% 1
Clean Sheet
Rayo Vallecano
Espanyol
Yes
70% 7
30% 3
No
30% 3
70% 7
1.87 xG 0.83
61% Ball Possession 39%
17 Total Shots 11
6 Shots on Goal 3
11 Shots Off Goal 7
7 Corners 4
2 Yellow Cards 3
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In this exciting La Liga 2025-2026 matchup, Rayo Vallecano will take on Espanyol as part of the 2025-2026 season in La Liga. This match is part of Matchweek 33 and will take place on 2026-04-23 at 2026-04-23 in the famous Estadio de Vallecas. The referee for the game will be . Fans can expect an intense battle between the home team, Rayo Vallecano, and the visiting side, Espanyol. The scoreline predictions suggest Double chance : Rayo Vallecano or draw. Kickoff Details: Date: 2026-04-23 Time: 18:00 Location: Estadio de Vallecas Stay tuned to see how the teams perform in this crucial game!