Rayo Vallecano vs RCD Espanyol: Prediction, Betting Tips & Match Preview – 21 May

Rayo Vallecano

W L L L W

12th place in Spanish La Liga

1-2

21/05/2023 08:00

RCD Espanyol

L L W D D

19th place in Spanish La Liga

Spanish La Liga

MATCH INTRO

Betiball's prediction for Rayo Vallecano vs RCD Espanyol on 21 May 2023 (kick-off: 08:00) is built from both teams' recent form, head-to-head history, squad availability, and tactical analysis. Read the full Rayo Vallecano vs RCD Espanyol preview before placing your bet.

Rayo Vallecano are currently 12th with 49 points after 38 matches.
RCD Espanyol sit 19th with 37 points from 38 matches.
Our algorithm prediction: Rayo Vallecano to win with probability 46%.
Head-to-head history favors Rayo Vallecano, who have won 6 of the last 6 meetings. RCD Espanyol have no wins, while 0 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

08:00

2023-05-21

Rayo Vallecano vs RCD Espanyol - Prediction & Odds

Rayo Vallecano

RCD Espanyol

2023-05-21 08:00

STANDINGS UP TO 21/05/2023

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

01 FC Barcelona	88	38	28	4	6	70	20	50
02 Real Madrid	78	38	24	6	8	75	36	39
03 Atletico Madrid	77	38	23	8	7	70	33	37
04 Real Sociedad	71	38	21	8	9	51	35	16
05 Villarreal	64	38	19	7	12	59	40	19
06 Real Betis	60	38	17	9	12	46	41	5
07 Osasuna	53	38	15	8	15	37	42	-5
08 Athletic Bilbao	51	38	14	9	15	47	43	4
09 Mallorca	50	38	14	8	16	37	43	-6
10 Girona	49	38	13	10	15	58	55	3
11 Sevilla	49	38	13	10	15	47	54	-7
12 Rayo Vallecano	49	38	13	10	15	45	53	-8
13 Celta Vigo	43	38	11	10	17	43	53	-10
14 Valencia	42	38	11	9	18	42	45	-3
15 Getafe	42	38	10	12	16	34	45	-11
16 Cadiz	42	38	10	12	16	30	53	-23
17 Almeria	41	38	11	8	19	49	65	-16
18 Real Valladolid	40	38	11	7	20	33	63	-30
19 RCD Espanyol	37	38	8	13	17	52	69	-17
20 Elche	25	38	5	10	23	30	67	-37

Head To Head

19/08/2022 14:00

RCD Espanyol

0 - 2

Rayo Vallecano

SPA D1

21/04/2022 13:00

RCD Espanyol

0 - 1

Rayo Vallecano

SPA D1

05/12/2021 09:00

Rayo Vallecano

1 - 0

RCD Espanyol

SPA D1

24/07/2021 04:00

RCD Espanyol

0 - 2

Rayo Vallecano

INT CF

31/01/2021 11:00

RCD Espanyol

2 - 3

Rayo Vallecano

SPA D2

18/10/2020 10:00

Rayo Vallecano

1 - 0

RCD Espanyol

SPA D2

Rayo Vallecano

100%

Draw

RCD Espanyol

Rayo Vallecano Last 6 matches

15/05/2023 15:00

Real Betis 3 - 1 Rayo Vallecano SPA D1

04/05/2023 16:00

Rayo Vallecano 2 - 1 Real Valladolid SPA D1

29/04/2023 10:15

Elche 4 - 0 Rayo Vallecano SPA D1

26/04/2023 16:00

Rayo Vallecano 2 - 1 FC Barcelona SPA D1

22/04/2023 12:30

Real Sociedad 2 - 1 Rayo Vallecano SPA D1

14/04/2023 15:00

Rayo Vallecano 2 - 1 Osasuna SPA D1

Win

50%

Draw

Lost

50%

Last 6 matches RCD Espanyol

14/05/2023 15:00

RCD Espanyol 2 - 4 FC Barcelona SPA D1

04/05/2023 13:30

Sevilla 3 - 2 RCD Espanyol SPA D1

30/04/2023 12:30

RCD Espanyol 1 - 0 Getafe SPA D1

27/04/2023 13:30

Villarreal 4 - 2 RCD Espanyol SPA D1

21/04/2023 15:00

RCD Espanyol 0 - 0 Cadiz SPA D1

15/04/2023 12:30

Real Betis 3 - 1 RCD Espanyol SPA D1

Win

17%

Draw

17%

Lost

67%

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

Goals

Scored

167

Avg. per game

0.56

Conceded

172

Avg. per game

0.57

Scored

150

Avg. per game

0.51

Conceded

156

Avg. per game

0.53

Scored a goal

In last 6 matches

YesNo

3 (50%)3 (50%)

In last 6 matches

NoYes

4 (67%)2 (33%)

In last 300 matches

YesNo

127 (42%)173 (58%)

In last 300 matches

NoYes

115 (39%)179 (61%)

Rayo Vallecano

Recent matches

RCD Espanyol

Under /Over

(76%)34 11(24%)

1.5

Full Time

Under /Over

(78%)35 10(22%)

Under /Over

(29%)13 32(71%)

1.5

1st Half

Under /Over

(36%)16 29(64%)

Under /Over

(38%)17 28(62%)

1.5

2nd Half

Under /Over

(56%)25 20(44%)

/Yes

(51%)23 22(49%)

Both scored
(Yes/No)

No /Yes

(58%)26 19(42%)

GOALS BY TIME PERIOD

Rayo Vallecano

RCD Espanyol

Shots

Rayo Vallecano

Total shots

12.81 avg / game

Blocked

724 total

Avg. 3.55

RCD Espanyol

Total shots

11.02 avg / game

Blocked

535 total

Avg. 2.96

Rayo Vallecano Pass RCD Espanyol

Total passes

91173

Avg. 422 / game

Accurate

79%

Ball possession

52%

Total passes

75519

Avg. 370 / game

Accurate

78%

Ball possession

47%

TOTAL ATTACKS

DANGEROUS ATTACKS

OTHERS

Rayo Vallecano

300

Played games

RCD Espanyol

294

Avg / game Total Total Avg / game

0.29

Clean sheets

0.33

4.90

1471

Corners

1346

4.58

15.89

4766

Throw-ins

2836

9.65

1.95

586

Offsides

453

1.54

2.42

726

GK saves

728

2.48

Rayo Vallecano

DISCIPLINARY

RCD Espanyol

Avg / game Total Total Avg / game

2.43

728

659

2.24

0.12

0.11

12.64

3792

Fouls

3331

11.33

10.86

3257

Tackles

3013

10.25

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How We Build the Rayo Vallecano vs RCD Espanyol Prediction

Betiball.com's prediction for Rayo Vallecano vs RCD Espanyol on 21 May 2023 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.

Rayo Vallecano vs RCD Espanyol Form Analysis

Heading into this match, both sides carry distinct statistical profiles our model weighs carefully. We assess Rayo Vallecano's recent home record, scoring rate, and clean sheet frequency against RCD Espanyol'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 Rayo Vallecano and RCD Espanyol sit and what this result means for both clubs.

Prediction Accuracy & Track Record

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