Las Palmas vs Rayo Vallecano Betting Tips, H2H and Predictions

Friday night’s action sees a crucial clash in La Liga between Las Palmas and Rayo Vallecano.

The hosts, Las Palmas sit in 18th spot in the top tier of Spanish football as they might for their place in La Liga next season. On the other hand, Rayo Vallecano sit comfortably in midtable, with the team sitting in 8th spot -winning last time out.

As the game approaches, here is everything you need to know about sides ahead of kick-off.

Key Stats

• Las Palmas have scored seven goals in their last five matches

• Las Palmas have won the previous two matches against Rayo Vallecano

• Rayo Vallecano have scored three goals in their last five matches

• Rayo Vallecano have won once in their last five matches

Team Preview, Form, and Standout Players

As four games remain, Las Palmas need all the points that they can get as they sit three points away from safety. Despite sitting in 18th place, Las Palmas have been picking up points in recent weeks, winning two out of their last four matches. However, the last time out was a 3-2 defeat against Valencia.

Their opponents, Rayo Vallecano, while sitting comfortably in mid-table – have it all to play for as they currently occupy a potential European spot in 8th. Vallecano have not been in the best form in recent weeks, going four games without a win, but the last time out was a 1-0 win over Getafe.

Fabio Silva will be one to watch in this fixture, the Portuguese striker having scored 10 goals in 24 La Liga appearances this season. Despite remaining doubtful for this meeting, Silva has been in fantastic form, scoring two goals and assisting once in his last three games.

Las Palmas Preview

Las Palmas Predicted Lineup (4-2-3-1): Horkas, Viti, Suarez, Marmol, Munoz, Essugo, Bajcetic, Munoz, Moleiro, Ramirez, McBurnie.

Coming into this fixture, Las Palmas look to be without one player as Kirian Rodriguez is set to miss out with a virus. Alternatively, Scott McKenna and Fabio Silva are doubts as the pair nurse and return from injuries.

Rayo Vallecano Preview

Rayo Vallecano Predicted Lineup (4-2-3-1): Cardenas, Balliu, Lejeune, Hernandez, Chavarria, Lopez, Valentin, Diaz, Isi, Embarba, Garcia.

Unlike their opponents, Rayo Vallecano are set to be without several players due to injury and suspension. Jorge de Frutos will miss the fixture, due to suspension and an accumulation of yellow cards.

While Jonathan Montiel, Abdul Mumin, Pathe Ciss, and Randy Nteka will all be sidelined with injuries.

Head-To-Head

With both teams competing in the top tiers of Spanish football, Las Palmas and Rayo Vallecano have met on several occasions. Rayo Vallecano come out as the victors with six wins compared to four wins for Las Palmas and four draws.

Recent Meetings:

• 20th December 2020 – Rayo Vallecano 2-0 Las Palmas

• 6th March 2021 – Las Palmas 1-1 Rayo Vallecano

• 22nd October 2023 – Las Palmas 0-1 Rayo Vallecano

• 20th January 2024 – Rayo Vallecano 0-2 Las Palmas

• 8th November 2024 – Rayo Vallecano 1-3 Las Palmas

Betting Tips For Las Palmas Vs Rayo Vallecano

With both teams having plenty to play for, it is a hard one to call. However, as the better team and with European qualification on the line – Rayo Vallecano are the favourites. With all of this in mind, our team of professional experts have decided that the best tip for this game is for Rayo Vallecano to win. Odds of 7/4 from PariMatch means that a £10 bet could see a potential return of £27.50.

Where To Watch

This match will be broadcast live on LA LIGA TV in the UK.

• Date: Friday, 9 May

• Kick-off Time: 20:00 GMT

• Channel: LA LIGA TV

Prediction

Las Palmas 0-1 Rayo Vallecano