Rayo Vallecano vs Villarreal: Prediction, Betting Tips & Match Preview – 17 May

Rayo Vallecano

D W D D W

8th place in Spanish La Liga

2-0

17/05/2026 13:00

Villarreal

W W D L L

3rd place in Spanish La Liga

Spanish La Liga

MATCH INTRO

Betiball's prediction for Rayo Vallecano vs Villarreal on 17 May 2026 (kick-off: 13:00) is built from both teams' recent form, head-to-head history, squad availability, and tactical analysis. Read the full Rayo Vallecano vs Villarreal preview before placing your bet.

Rayo Vallecano are currently 8th with 50 points after 38 matches.
Villarreal sit 3rd with 72 points from 38 matches.
Our algorithm prediction: Rayo Vallecano to win with probability 39%.
Head-to-head history favors Villarreal, who have won 3 of the last 6 meetings. Rayo Vallecano have one win, while 2 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

13:00

2026-05-17

Rayo Vallecano vs Villarreal - Prediction & Odds

Rayo Vallecano

Villarreal

2026-05-17 13:00

STANDINGS UP TO 17/05/2026

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

01/11/2025 09:00

Villarreal

4 - 0

Rayo Vallecano

SPA D1

22/02/2025 11:15

Rayo Vallecano

0 - 1

Villarreal

SPA D1

18/12/2024 16:30

Villarreal

1 - 1

Rayo Vallecano

SPA D1

28/04/2024 12:30

Villarreal

3 - 0

Rayo Vallecano

SPA D1

24/09/2023 10:15

Rayo Vallecano

1 - 1

Villarreal

SPA D1

28/05/2023 13:00

Rayo Vallecano

2 - 1

Villarreal

SPA D1

Rayo Vallecano

17%

Draw

33%

Villarreal

50%

Rayo Vallecano Last 6 matches

14/05/2026 13:00

Valencia 1 - 1 Rayo Vallecano SPA D1

11/05/2026 15:00

Rayo Vallecano 1 - 1 Girona SPA D1

07/05/2026 15:00

Strasbourg 0 - 1 Rayo Vallecano UEFA ECL

03/05/2026 10:15

Getafe 0 - 2 Rayo Vallecano SPA D1

30/04/2026 15:00

Rayo Vallecano 1 - 0 Strasbourg UEFA ECL

26/04/2026 08:00

Rayo Vallecano 3 - 3 Real Sociedad SPA D1

Win

50%

Draw

50%

Lost

Last 6 matches Villarreal

13/05/2026 13:00

Villarreal 2 - 3 Sevilla SPA D1

10/05/2026 08:00

Mallorca 1 - 1 Villarreal SPA D1

02/05/2026 08:00

Villarreal 5 - 1 Levante SPA D1

26/04/2026 15:00

Villarreal 2 - 1 Celta Vigo SPA D1

23/04/2026 15:30

Real Oviedo 1 - 1 Villarreal SPA D1

12/04/2026 15:00

Athletic Bilbao 1 - 2 Villarreal 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

Rayo Vallecano

Villarreal

Goals

Scored

Avg. per game

0.74

Conceded

Avg. per game

0.53

Scored

Avg. per game

1.05

Conceded

Avg. per game

0.63

Scored a goal

In last 6 home matches

YesNo

6 (100%)0 (0%)

In last 6 home matches

NoYes

2 (33%)4 (67%)

In last 19 home matches

YesNo

12 (63%)7 (37%)

In last 19 home matches

NoYes

11 (58%)8 (42%)

Rayo Vallecano

Recent matches

Villarreal

Under /Over

(68%)13 6(32%)

1.5

Full Time

Under /Over

(95%)18 1(5%)

Under /Over

(16%)3 16(84%)

1.5

1st Half

Under /Over

(53%)10 9(47%)

Under /Over

(26%)5 14(74%)

1.5

2nd Half

Under /Over

(37%)7 12(63%)

/Yes

(53%)10 9(47%)

Both scored
(Yes/No)

No /Yes

(63%)12 7(37%)

GOALS BY TIME PERIOD

Rayo Vallecano

Villarreal

Shots

Rayo Vallecano

Total shots

16.47 avg / game

Blocked

75 total

Avg. 3.95

Villarreal

Total shots

15.00 avg / game

Blocked

58 total

Avg. 3.22

Rayo Vallecano Pass Villarreal

Total passes

7882

Avg. 415 / game

Accurate

81%

Ball possession

55%

Total passes

7930

Avg. 441 / game

Accurate

83%

Ball possession

47%

TOTAL ATTACKS

DANGEROUS ATTACKS

OTHERS

Rayo Vallecano

Played games

Villarreal

Avg / game Total Total Avg / game

0.42

Clean sheets

0.26

6.63

126

Corners

5.05

21.42

407

Throw-ins

313

16.47

2.05

Offsides

2.05

2.89

GK saves

2.37

Rayo Vallecano

DISCIPLINARY

Villarreal

Avg / game Total Total Avg / game

1.89

1.47

0.16

0.05

12.05

229

Fouls

212

11.16

10.89

207

Tackles

182

9.58

NEXT MATCHES

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How We Build the Rayo Vallecano vs Villarreal Prediction

Betiball.com's prediction for Rayo Vallecano vs Villarreal on 17 May 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.

Rayo Vallecano vs Villarreal 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 Villarreal'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 Villarreal sit and what this result means for both clubs.

Prediction Accuracy & Track Record

Betiball.com publishes a weekly prediction accuracy review so you can verify our historical hit rate across 1x2, Over/Under, and BTTS markets. We do not hide results that went against our tip — full transparency on model performance is a core part of how Betiball.com operates. Our Spanish La Liga predictions are among the highest-rated by our users precisely because the data is always shown alongside the recommendation.

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