Celta Vigo vs Rayo Vallecano: Prediction, Betting Tips & Match Preview – 18 January

Celta Vigo

L W W L D

6th place in Spanish La Liga

3-0

18/01/2026 17:30

Rayo Vallecano

D W D D W

8th place in Spanish La Liga

Spanish La Liga

MATCH INTRO

Betiball's prediction for Celta Vigo vs Rayo Vallecano on 18 January 2026 (kick-off: 17:30) is built from both teams' recent form, head-to-head history, squad availability, and tactical analysis. Read the full Celta Vigo vs Rayo Vallecano preview before placing your bet.

Celta Vigo are currently 6th with 54 points after 38 matches.
Rayo Vallecano sit 8th with 50 points from 38 matches.
Our algorithm prediction: Celta Vigo to win with probability 45%.
Head-to-head history favors Rayo Vallecano, who have won 2 of the last 6 meetings. Celta Vigo have one win, while 3 matches ended in draws.

Predictions 1x2 Under/Over 2.5 1X2 Live Half Time Half Time / Full Time Both To Score Double chance Handicap Scorers Corners Cards

Home team Away team

Probability %

Pred

Correct

Avg.g

Coef.

Score.

Live coef.

Weather

17:30

2026-01-18

Celta Vigo vs Rayo Vallecano - Prediction & Odds

Celta Vigo

Rayo Vallecano

2026-01-18 17:30

STANDINGS UP TO 18/01/2026

Overall Table	PTS	GP	W	D	L	GF	GA	+/-

01 FC Barcelona	94	38	31	1	6	95	36	59
02 Real Madrid	86	38	27	5	6	77	35	42
03 Villarreal	72	38	22	6	10	72	46	26
04 Atletico Madrid	69	38	21	6	11	62	44	18
05 Real Betis	60	38	15	15	8	59	48	11
06 Celta Vigo	54	38	14	12	12	53	48	5
07 Getafe	51	38	15	6	17	32	38	-6
08 Rayo Vallecano	50	38	12	14	12	41	44	-3
09 Valencia	49	38	13	10	15	46	55	-9
10 Real Sociedad	46	38	11	13	14	59	61	-2
11 RCD Espanyol	46	38	12	10	16	43	55	-12
12 Athletic Bilbao	45	38	13	6	19	43	58	-15
13 Sevilla	43	38	12	7	19	46	60	-14
14 Alaves	43	38	11	10	17	44	56	-12
15 Elche	43	38	10	13	15	49	57	-8
16 Levante	42	38	11	9	18	47	61	-14
17 Osasuna	42	38	11	9	18	44	50	-6
18 Mallorca	42	38	11	9	18	47	57	-10
19 Girona	41	38	9	14	15	39	55	-16
20 Real Oviedo	29	38	6	11	21	26	60	-34

Head To Head

21/09/2025 12:00

Rayo Vallecano

1 - 1

Celta Vigo

SPA D1

18/05/2025 17:00

Celta Vigo

1 - 2

Rayo Vallecano

SPA D1

10/01/2025 20:00

Rayo Vallecano

2 - 1

Celta Vigo

SPA D1

31/03/2024 12:00

Celta Vigo

0 - 0

Rayo Vallecano

SPA D1

11/12/2023 20:00

Rayo Vallecano

0 - 0

Celta Vigo

SPA D1

11/03/2023 17:30

Celta Vigo

3 - 0

Rayo Vallecano

SPA D1

Celta Vigo

17%

Draw

50%

Rayo Vallecano

33%

Celta Vigo Last 6 matches

03/01/2026 13:00

Celta Vigo 4 - 1 Valencia SPA D1

20/12/2025 13:00

Real Oviedo 0 - 0 Celta Vigo SPA D1

17/12/2025 18:00

Albacete 2 - 2 Celta Vigo SPA CUP

14/12/2025 15:15

Celta Vigo 2 - 0 Athletic Bilbao SPA D1

11/12/2025 20:00

Celta Vigo 1 - 2 Bologna UEFA EL

07/12/2025 20:00

Real Madrid 0 - 2 Celta Vigo SPA D1

Win

50%

Draw

33%

Lost

17%

Last 6 matches Rayo Vallecano

11/01/2026 13:00

Rayo Vallecano 2 - 1 Mallorca SPA D1

06/01/2026 18:00

Granada CF 1 - 3 Rayo Vallecano SPA CUP

02/01/2026 20:00

Rayo Vallecano 1 - 1 Getafe SPA D1

21/12/2025 17:30

Elche 4 - 0 Rayo Vallecano SPA D1

18/12/2025 20:00

Rayo Vallecano 3 - 0 KF Drita Gjilan UEFA ECL

15/12/2025 20:00

Rayo Vallecano 0 - 0 Real Betis SPA D1

Win

50%

Draw

33%

Lost

17%

Overall Home/Away

Full time First half Second half

All leagues Spanish La Liga

Goals use the selected half; shots, passes and possession are averaged over full matches in the sample.

Played games

Celta Vigo

Rayo Vallecano

Goals

Scored

Avg. per game

0.89

Conceded

Avg. per game

0.84

Scored

Avg. per game

0.74

Conceded

Avg. per game

0.53

Scored a goal

In last 6 home matches

YesNo

3 (50%)3 (50%)

In last 6 home matches

NoYes

6 (100%)0 (0%)

In last 19 home matches

YesNo

12 (63%)7 (37%)

In last 19 home matches

NoYes

12 (63%)7 (37%)

Celta Vigo

Recent matches

Rayo Vallecano

Under /Over

(89%)17 2(11%)

1.5

Full Time

Under /Over

(68%)13 6(32%)

Under /Over

(32%)6 13(68%)

1.5

1st Half

Under /Over

(16%)3 16(84%)

Under /Over

(53%)10 9(47%)

1.5

2nd Half

Under /Over

(26%)5 14(74%)

/Yes

(63%)12 7(37%)

Both scored
(Yes/No)

No /Yes

(53%)10 9(47%)

GOALS BY TIME PERIOD

Celta Vigo

Rayo Vallecano

Shots

Celta Vigo

Total shots

11.47 avg / game

Blocked

47 total

Avg. 2.61

Rayo Vallecano

Total shots

16.47 avg / game

Blocked

75 total

Avg. 3.95

Celta Vigo Pass Rayo Vallecano

Total passes

10048

Avg. 529 / game

Accurate

86%

Ball possession

53%

Total passes

7882

Avg. 415 / game

Accurate

81%

Ball possession

55%

TOTAL ATTACKS

DANGEROUS ATTACKS

OTHERS

Celta Vigo

Played games

Rayo Vallecano

Avg / game Total Total Avg / game

0.21

Clean sheets

0.42

4.53

Corners

126

6.63

18.89

359

Throw-ins

407

21.42

1.74

Offsides

2.05

2.42

GK saves

2.89

Celta Vigo

DISCIPLINARY

Rayo Vallecano

Avg / game Total Total Avg / game

1.53

1.89

0.05

0.16

10.21

194

Fouls

229

12.05

8.63

164

Tackles

207

10.89

NEXT MATCHES

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How We Build the Celta Vigo vs Rayo Vallecano Prediction

Betiball.com's prediction for Celta Vigo vs Rayo Vallecano on 18 January 2026 is generated by a statistical model that processes over 30 data points per match — including each team's last ten results, expected goals (xG), shots on target, defensive line metrics, set-piece vulnerability, and confirmed squad availability. For this Spanish La Liga fixture, our model also factors in home and away performance splits and any confirmed injuries or suspensions reported within 48 hours of kick-off. Every tip includes a probability percentage — not just a pick, but the data behind it.

Celta Vigo vs Rayo Vallecano Form Analysis

Heading into this match, both sides carry distinct statistical profiles our model weighs carefully. We assess Celta Vigo's recent home record, scoring rate, and clean sheet frequency against Rayo Vallecano's away form — particularly goals conceded on the road and their tendency to score or keep clean sheets in away fixtures. Over/Under 2.5 goals, Both Teams to Score (BTTS), and the Asian Handicap line are all evaluated through this lens before a final recommendation is issued.

Spanish La Liga Context: Standings, Form & What's at Stake

League position and match context are decisive inputs. A team fighting relegation defends differently from one chasing European qualification — and our model accounts for that pressure. Check the live Spanish La Liga standings and the Spanish La Liga form table to understand exactly where Celta Vigo and Rayo Vallecano sit and what this result means for both clubs.

Prediction Accuracy & Track Record

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