Rayo Vallecano vs Getafe Betting Tips, H2H and Predictions

Friday’s action sees a mid-table clash in La Liga between Rayo Vallecano and Getafe.

The hosts, Rayo Vallecano sit 11th place in the top tier of Spanish football with little to play for as the season nears its finale. Despite sitting above their opponents, Rayo Vallecano have been in poor form, winning once in their last 10 matches. On the other hand, Getafe sit in 12th spot, but in recent weeks the La Liga side have been in inconsistent form, winning three out of their last four matches.

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

Key Stats

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

• Rayo Vallecano have not lost to Getafe in their last eight meetings

• Getafe have not scored in their last two matches

• Getafe have lost their last three matches

Team Preview, Form, and Standout Players

Rayo Vallecano have had a solid season in the middle of La Liga as they continue to build since the departure of Andoni Iraola. With five games remaining, Vallecano have been somewhat solid at home, drawing three and losing once within their last four matches. However, the last time out was a 3-0 defeat away against Athletico Madrid, as the 3rd placed side dominated at the Metropolitano.

Their opponents, Getafe are similarly not in the best form – losing four out of their last five games, but away from home, the Spanish side have been strong, winning two out of their previous three meetings. The last time out for Getafe was a 1-0 loss against a 2nd-placed Real Madrid side.

Mauro Arambarri will be one to watch in this watch, the Uruguayan having scored nine goals in 31 La Liga appearances this season. The 29-year-old is in tricky form as of late, netting in one of his last five games.

Rayo Vallecano Preview

Rayo Vallecano Predicted Lineup (4-2-3-1): Batalla, Ratiu, Lejeune, Ciss, Espino, Lopez, Valentin, Isi, Diaz, Garcia, Nteka.

Rayo Vallecano come into this fixture with several absentees, Andrei Ratiu and Augusto Batalla are both out due to suspensions after picking up bookings in the previous fixture. Jonathan Montiel, Abdul Mumin, and Sergio Camello are also sidelined due to injury.

Getafe Preview

Getafe Predicted Lineup (5-4-1): Soria, Djene, Berrocal, Duarte, Alderete, Iglesis, Terrats, Arrambari, Milla, Bernat, Mayoral.

Suspensions are also plentiful in the Getafe squad – the Blues without Chrisantus Uche, and Alvaro Rodriguez. Allan Nyom and Diego Rico will also be missing for Getafe due to injury.

Head-To-Head

With both teams typically operating together in the top tier of Spanish football, Rayo Vallecano and Getafe have met on several occasions. Coming out as the fixtures leaders, Vallecano have 12 wins compared to eight draws and five wins for Getafe.

Recent Meetings:

• 14th October 2022 – Rayo Vallecano 0-0 Getafe

• 12th February 2023 – Getafe 1-1 Rayo Vallecano

• 2nd January 2024 – Getafe 0-2 Rayo Vallecano

• 13th April 2024 – Rayo Vallecano 0-0 Getafe

• 24th August 2024 – Getafe 0-0 Rayo Vallecano

Betting Tips For Rayo Vallecano vs Getafe

On paper, this is an incredibly tight game, with both teams competing neck-to-neck in the middle of the La Liga table. However, Getafe come into the fixture in a positive place, with a number of strong performances and goals scored against top sides.

With all of this in mind, our team of professional experts have decided that the best tip for this game is for Getafe to win. Odds of 9/10 from PariMatch means that a £10 bet could see a potential return of £32.50.

Where To Watch

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

• Date: Friday, 2 May

• Kick-off Time: 20:00 GMT

• Channel: LALIGA TV

Prediction

Rayo Vallecano 1-2 Getafe