Rayo Vallecano – Real Madrid
Our Rayo Vallecano – Real Madrid betting tip is: More than 2.5 goals – 1.75 odds
- Offensive strength of Real Madrid
- Rayo Vallecano with problems defensively
- Real Madrid squad clearly superior
Rayo Vallecano face a tough test, when they face Real Madrid at the Estadio de Vallecas next Saturday evening. With a 12th place finish and 19 points so far this La Liga season, Íñigo Pérez’s side have shown that they can certainly put up a fight – particularly impressive in their last win – but their negative goal ratio points to defensive frailties that will need to be ironed out against the attacking might of Real Madrid.
Real Madrid, led by the experienced Carlo Ancelotti, travel to Vallecas with strong performances behind them. The Whites are in second place with 36 points, just behind the leaders. Their recent run of victories underlines their ambitions to defend the league title, which they won with flying colors last season, albeit only securing it late on.
The encounter between these two teams promises to be exciting: Real Madrid will be looking to keep up their pressure at the top of the table, while Rayo Vallecano will be looking to stabilize their form and climb higher up the table. It remains to be seen whether the offensive creativity of stars like Jude Bellingham can make the difference, or whether Rayo Vallecano will surprise with a combative performance.
Rayo Vallecano – Real Madrid Info
- Date & Time: 14.12. 2024, 21:00
- Location: Estadio de Vallecas, Vallecas
- Competition: La Liga, 17. Matchday
- TV broadcast/livestream: DAZN 1
Rayo Vallecano Form & Balance Check
Rayo Vallecano come into their upcoming La Liga match against Real Madrid with a mixed bag of form. Under the guidance of coach Íñigo Pérez, the team is currently 12th in the table with 19 points. Vallecano recently recorded three important points with a narrow 1:0 win against Valencia. The performance was characterized by an early goal from P. Ciss and a robust defensive effort that held off Valencia. However, Rayo Vallecano were not irrefutable in every game. On December 1, they suffered a 2-1 defeat at home to Athletic Club, which was mainly due to defensive errors. In the league, the weaknesses were also evident in the match against Las Palmas on November 8, which ended in a clear 3-1 defeat.
Nevertheless, Rayo Vallecano impressively beat Alaves 1-0 on October 26, revealing their fighting spirit. Another notable performance was the convincing 5-0 Copa del Rey win over Villamuriel on October 29, which showcased the team’s attacking prowess. Vallecano’s season has been characterized by a rollercoaster of emotions: While they have been able to celebrate victories in the Copa del Rey, the team has often shown inconsistent form in the league. However, recent developments surrounding prominent new signing James Rodríguez, who is still adapting, could inject fresh impetus into the team.
Defense needs work
With a goal difference of -1, Vallecano must continue to work on consistency and efficiency in order to appear more stable in their remaining league games. Considering the demanding competition that Real Madrid represents, it will be crucial that Rayo Vallecano improve their defensive organization and implement the attacking creativity that has already been evident in some games this season. The coming matchdays will show whether the team can find the necessary stability to work their way up the table.
Rayo Vallecano Facts & Analysis
- 12th place in La Liga with 19 points.
- Negative goal difference: 15 goals scored, 16 conceded.
- Last game: 1-0 win over Valencia.
Real Madrid Form & Balance Check
Real Madrid are on an impressive upward curve, having picked up some notable victories of late. In their most recent Champions League match, they showed nerves of steel against Atalanta, winning 3-2 with Kylian Mbappé once again proving his worth. The Whites also recorded positive results in the domestic La Liga: A clear 3-0 win against Girona underlined their dominance. The 2:0 win against Getafe provided additional important points in the title race.
Nevertheless, they recently suffered a setback in the match against Athletic Club, where they lost 2:1. This defeat shows that Carlo Ancelotti’s team still need to improve their consistency, especially away from home. Another setback was the clear 4-0 defeat against arch-rivals Barcelona, which raised questions about the team’s defensive strength. Nevertheless, key players such as Kylian Mbappé and Vinícius Júnior are regularly successful, while Jude Bellingham controls the midfield with precise passes. Ancelotti is relying on tried-and-tested strategies that have the full backing of club president Florentino Pérez.
More to come away from home
Positively influenced by their stars, the team have recently maintained their status as the second-placed team in the league, defending their position with 36 points and a remarkable goal difference of 21. However, their difficult away encounters this season are an indicator that Real Madrid will be keen to eradicate their weaknesses and show a consistent will to win against Rayo Vallecano. With outstanding individual play, the Madrilenians are stocking their attack, ready to go all out on the way to more points.
Real Madrid Facts & Analysis
- 2nd place in La Liga with 36 points.
- Strong goal difference: 34 goals scored, 13 conceded.
- Last game: 3:2 win in the Champions League against Atalanta.
Rayo Vallecano – Real Madrid head-to-head & stats
The last head-to-head meetings between the two teams have been fiercely contested. In the last five meetings since November 2022, Rayo Vallecano have won once, while Real Madrid have come out on top twice. Two games have ended in draws. The most recent encounter in February 2024 ended in a 1-1 draw.
Rayo Vallecano only managed one win in these games, despite a high first-half draw rate of 80%. Real Madrid, on the other hand, have a run of three games in a row in which they have scored a goal. Both teams tend to be defensive-minded in the second half, as none of these games in recent years have seen the 2.5-goal mark surpassed in the second half.
Direct comparison (H2H)
