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

Celta Vigo

W L W W L

7th place in Spanish La Liga

1-2

18/05/2025 13:00

Rayo Vallecano

L W W D W

8th place in Spanish La Liga

Spanish La Liga

MATCH INTRO

Betiball's prediction for Celta Vigo vs Rayo Vallecano on 18 May 2025 (kick-off: 13:00) 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 will face Rayo Vallecano in Spanish La Liga on May 18, 2025 at 13:00.
Celta Vigo are currently 7th with 55 points after 38 matches.
Rayo Vallecano sit 8th with 52 points from 38 matches.
Current model prediction leans green with a projected score of 2 - 1 and average coefficient 1.71.

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

13:00

2025-05-18

Celta Vigo vs Rayo Vallecano - Prediction & Odds

Celta Vigo

Rayo Vallecano

2025-05-18 13:00

STANDINGS UP TO 18/05/2025

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

01 FC Barcelona	88	38	28	4	6	102	39	63
02 Real Madrid	84	38	26	6	6	78	38	40
03 Atletico Madrid	76	38	22	10	6	68	30	38
04 Athletic Bilbao	70	38	19	13	6	54	29	25
05 Villarreal	70	38	20	10	8	71	51	20
06 Real Betis	60	38	16	12	10	57	50	7
07 Celta Vigo	55	38	16	7	15	59	57	2
08 Rayo Vallecano	52	38	13	13	12	41	45	-4
09 Osasuna	52	38	12	16	10	48	52	-4
10 Mallorca	48	38	13	9	16	35	44	-9
11 Real Sociedad	46	38	13	7	18	35	46	-11
12 Valencia	46	38	11	13	14	44	54	-10
13 Getafe	42	38	11	9	18	34	39	-5
14 RCD Espanyol	42	38	11	9	18	40	51	-11
15 Alaves	42	38	10	12	16	38	48	-10
16 Girona	41	38	11	8	19	44	60	-16
17 Sevilla	41	38	10	11	17	42	55	-13
18 Leganes	40	38	9	13	16	39	56	-17
19 Las Palmas	32	38	8	8	22	40	61	-21
20 Real Valladolid	16	38	4	4	30	26	90	-64

Head To Head

10/01/2025 16:00

Rayo Vallecano

2 - 1

Celta Vigo

SPA D1

31/03/2024 08:00

Celta Vigo

0 - 0

Rayo Vallecano

SPA D1

11/12/2023 16:00

Rayo Vallecano

0 - 0

Celta Vigo

SPA D1

11/03/2023 13:30

Celta Vigo

3 - 0

Rayo Vallecano

SPA D1

10/11/2022 14:00

Rayo Vallecano

0 - 0

Celta Vigo

SPA D1

05/02/2022 13:30

Celta Vigo

2 - 0

Rayo Vallecano

SPA D1

Rayo Vallecano

50%

Draw

50%

Celta Vigo

Celta Vigo Last 6 matches

10/05/2025 10:15

Celta Vigo 3 - 2 Sevilla

SPA D1

04/05/2025 08:00

Real Madrid 3 - 2 Celta Vigo

SPA D1

23/04/2025 13:00

Celta Vigo 3 - 0 Villarreal

SPA D1

19/04/2025 10:15

FC Barcelona 4 - 3 Celta Vigo

SPA D1

12/04/2025 12:30

Celta Vigo 0 - 2 RCD Espanyol

SPA D1

05/04/2025 12:30

Mallorca 1 - 2 Celta Vigo

SPA D1

Win

50%

Draw

Lost

50%

Last 6 matches Rayo Vallecano

09/05/2025 15:00

Las Palmas 0 - 1 Rayo Vallecano

SPA D1

02/05/2025 15:00

Rayo Vallecano 1 - 0 Getafe

SPA D1

24/04/2025 15:30

Atletico Madrid 3 - 0 Rayo Vallecano

SPA D1

19/04/2025 08:00

Rayo Vallecano 1 - 1 Valencia

SPA D1

13/04/2025 15:00

Athletic Bilbao 3 - 1 Rayo Vallecano

SPA D1

04/04/2025 15:00

Rayo Vallecano 0 - 4 RCD Espanyol

SPA D1

Win

33%

Draw

17%

Lost

50%

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

0.76

Scored

Avg. per game

0.55

Conceded

Avg. per game

0.71

Scored a goal

In last 6 matches

YesNo

4 (67%)2 (33%)

In last 6 matches

NoYes

1 (17%)5 (83%)

In last 38 matches

YesNo

25 (66%)13 (34%)

In last 38 matches

NoYes

15 (39%)23 (61%)

Celta Vigo

Recent matches

Rayo Vallecano

Under /Over

(82%)31 7(18%)

1.5

Full Time

Under /Over

(66%)25 13(34%)

Under /Over

(42%)16 22(58%)

1.5

1st Half

Under /Over

(24%)9 29(76%)

Under /Over

(50%)19 19(50%)

1.5

2nd Half

Under /Over

(34%)13 25(66%)

/Yes

(68%)26 12(32%)

Both scored
(Yes/No)

No /Yes

(58%)22 16(42%)

GOALS BY TIME PERIOD

Celta Vigo

Rayo Vallecano

Shots

Celta Vigo

Total shots

11.92 avg / game

Blocked

113 total

Avg. 3.32

Rayo Vallecano

Total shots

13.61 avg / game

Blocked

118 total

Avg. 3.47

Celta Vigo Pass Rayo Vallecano

Total passes

19644

Avg. 517 / game

Accurate

85%

Ball possession

54%

Total passes

15972

Avg. 420 / game

Accurate

79%

Ball possession

52%

TOTAL ATTACKS

DANGEROUS ATTACKS

OTHERS

Celta Vigo

Played games

Rayo Vallecano

Avg / game Total Total Avg / game

0.21

Clean sheets

0.26

3.92

149

Corners

202

5.32

20.58

782

Throw-ins

867

22.82

1.79

Offsides

2.05

2.42

GK saves

113

2.97

Celta Vigo

DISCIPLINARY

Rayo Vallecano

Avg / game Total Total Avg / game

2.18

2.47

0.16

0.08

12.16

462

Fouls

522

13.74

14.71

559

Tackles

635

16.71

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 May 2025 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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