RCD Espanyol vs Rayo Vallecano: Prediction, Betting Tips & Match Preview – 31 August

RCD Espanyol

L L L L L

14th place in Spanish La Liga

2-1

31/08/2024 13:15

Rayo Vallecano

L W W D W

8th place in Spanish La Liga

Spanish La Liga

MATCH INTRO

Betiball's prediction for RCD Espanyol vs Rayo Vallecano on 31 August 2024 (kick-off: 13:15) is built from both teams' recent form, head-to-head history, squad availability, and tactical analysis. Read the full RCD Espanyol vs Rayo Vallecano preview before placing your bet.

RCD Espanyol will face Rayo Vallecano in Spanish La Liga on August 31, 2024 at 13:15.
RCD Espanyol are currently 14th with 42 points after 38 matches.
Rayo Vallecano sit 8th with 52 points from 38 matches.
Current model prediction leans yellow with a projected score of 1 - 1 and average coefficient 2.87.

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

13:15

2024-08-31

RCD Espanyol vs Rayo Vallecano - Prediction & Odds

RCD Espanyol

Rayo Vallecano

2024-08-31 13:15

STANDINGS UP TO 31/08/2024

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

21/05/2023 08:00

Rayo Vallecano

1 - 2

RCD Espanyol

SPA D1

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

Rayo Vallecano

17%

Draw

RCD Espanyol

83%

RCD Espanyol Last 6 matches

19/08/2024 13:00

Real Valladolid 1 - 0 RCD Espanyol

SPA D1

10/08/2024 09:30

Heidenheimer 2 - 1 RCD Espanyol

INT CF

04/08/2024 11:59

RCD Espanyol 0 - 0 Toulouse

INT CF

31/07/2024 13:00

RCD Espanyol 1 - 0 SD Huesca

INT CF

27/07/2024 05:00

RCD Espanyol 0 - 0 Girona

INT CF

23/06/2024 12:30

RCD Espanyol 2 - 0 Real Oviedo

SPA D2

Win

33%

Draw

33%

Lost

33%

Last 6 matches Rayo Vallecano

18/08/2024 13:00

Real Sociedad 1 - 2 Rayo Vallecano

SPA D1

10/08/2024 10:00

Wolves 0 - 1 Rayo Vallecano

INT CF

04/08/2024 10:00

AFC Bournemouth 1 - 0 Rayo Vallecano

INT CF

31/07/2024 15:00

Cordoba 1 - 1 Rayo Vallecano

INT CF

26/07/2024 13:00

SC Heerenveen 5 - 0 Rayo Vallecano

INT CF

20/07/2024 14:40

Vitoria Guimaraes 2 - 0 Rayo Vallecano

INT CF

Win

33%

Draw

17%

Lost

50%

Overall Home/Away

Full time First half Second half

All leagues Spanish La Liga

Played games

RCD Espanyol

Rayo Vallecano

Goals

Scored

Avg. per game

1.05

Conceded

Avg. per game

1.34

Scored

Avg. per game

1.08

Conceded

Avg. per game

1.18

Scored a goal

In last 6 matches

YesNo

3 (50%)3 (50%)

In last 6 matches

NoYes

4 (67%)2 (33%)

In last 38 matches

YesNo

27 (71%)11 (29%)

In last 38 matches

NoYes

29 (76%)9 (24%)

RCD Espanyol

Recent matches

Rayo Vallecano

Under /Over

(71%)27 11(29%)

1.5

Full Time

Under /Over

(66%)25 13(34%)

Under /Over

(26%)10 28(74%)

1.5

1st Half

Under /Over

(24%)9 29(76%)

Under /Over

(39%)15 23(61%)

1.5

2nd Half

Under /Over

(34%)13 25(66%)

/Yes

(55%)21 17(45%)

Both scored
(Yes/No)

No /Yes

(58%)22 16(42%)

GOALS BY TIME PERIOD

RCD Espanyol

Rayo Vallecano

Shots

RCD Espanyol

Total shots

9.39 avg / game

Blocked

89 total

Avg. 2.62

Rayo Vallecano

Total shots

13.61 avg / game

Blocked

118 total

Avg. 3.47

RCD Espanyol Pass Rayo Vallecano

Total passes

12455

Avg. 328 / game

Accurate

77%

Ball possession

40%

Total passes

15972

Avg. 420 / game

Accurate

79%

Ball possession

52%

TOTAL ATTACKS

DANGEROUS ATTACKS

OTHERS

RCD Espanyol

Played games

Rayo Vallecano

Avg / game Total Total Avg / game

0.21

Clean sheets

0.26

3.79

144

Corners

202

5.32

16.97

645

Throw-ins

867

22.82

1.61

Offsides

2.05

3.82

145

GK saves

113

2.97

RCD Espanyol

DISCIPLINARY

Rayo Vallecano

Avg / game Total Total Avg / game

2.18

2.47

0.03

0.08

13.03

495

Fouls

522

13.74

16.71

635

Tackles

635

16.71

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How We Build the RCD Espanyol vs Rayo Vallecano Prediction

Betiball.com's prediction for RCD Espanyol vs Rayo Vallecano on 31 August 2024 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.

RCD Espanyol vs Rayo Vallecano Form Analysis

Heading into this match, both sides carry distinct statistical profiles our model weighs carefully. We assess RCD Espanyol'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 RCD Espanyol and Rayo Vallecano sit and what this result means for both clubs.

Prediction Accuracy & Track Record

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