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

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 vs Rayo Vallecano: Starting Lineups Time : 31/08/2024 13:15

RCD Espanyol
2 - 1
Finished
Rayo Vallecano
90+6' event Alejo Veliz
90+5' event Alejo Veliz
90+1' event Sergi Gomez Sola / Fernando Calero
85' event Alvaro Aguado
81' event Marash Kumbulla
71' event Walid Cheddira / Javi Puado
65' event Alvaro Tejero Sacristan / Jofre Carreras Pages
46' event Irvin Cardona / Brian Herrero
46' event Alvaro Aguado / Jose Gragera Amado
8' event Carlos Romero
event 90+2' Abdul Mumin
event 73' Pathe Ciss / Unai Lopez Cabrera
event 72' Randy Nteka / Alvaro Garcia
event 63' Isaac Palazon Camacho / Jorge de Frutos Sebastian
event 62' Ivan Balliu Campeny / Sergio Camello
event 35' Pep Chavarria / Alfonso Espino
event 4' Alvaro Garcia
90+6' event Alejo Veliz
event 90+2' Abdul Mumin
90+5' event Alejo Veliz
event 73' Pathe Ciss / Unai Lopez Cabrera
90+1' event Sergi Gomez Sola / Fernando Calero
event 72' Randy Nteka / Alvaro Garcia
85' event Alvaro Aguado
event 63' Isaac Palazon Camacho / Jorge de Frutos Sebastian
81' event Marash Kumbulla
event 62' Ivan Balliu Campeny / Sergio Camello
71' event Walid Cheddira / Javi Puado
event 35' Pep Chavarria / Alfonso Espino
65' event Alvaro Tejero Sacristan / Jofre Carreras Pages
event 4' Alvaro Garcia
46' event Irvin Cardona / Brian Herrero
46' event Alvaro Aguado / Jose Gragera Amado
8' event Carlos Romero
RCD Espanyol RCD Espanyol
Substitutions
#24 Irvin Cardona
#16 Walid Cheddira
#18 Alvaro Aguado
#3 Sergi Gomez Sola
#12 Alvaro Tejero Sacristan
#37 Naci Unuvar
#31 Antoniu Roca
#33 Angel Fortuno Vinas
#10 Pol Lozano
#13 Fernando Pacheco Flores
#11 Pere Milla Pena
#35 Rafel Bauza
RCD Espanyol RCD Espanyol Rayo Vallecano Rayo Vallecano
10Shots17
3Shots on Goal5
14Fouls16
3Corner Kick7
20Free kick16
0Offside2
3Yellow card1
33Aerial27
4Save3
17Successful Tackles17
11Interceptions7
23Long pass20
2Assist1
5Substitution5
4Shots off goal7
0Hit The Post1
16Head Success14
17Tackle17
4Dribbles7
19Throw-in23
354Passes393
81Attacks92
38Dangerous attacks53
1Corner Kicks(HT)2
Rayo Vallecano Rayo Vallecano
Substitutions
#20 Ivan Balliu Campeny
#6 Pathe Ciss
#3 Pep Chavarria
#7 Isaac Palazon Camacho
#11 Randy Nteka
#8 Oscar Guido Trejo
#13 Augusto Batalla
#4 Pedro Diaz Fanjul
#27 Pelayo Fernandez
#5 Aridane Hernandez Umpierrez
#9 Raul de Tomas
#15 Gerard Gumbau
Commentary
90+6' Alejo Veliz - RCD Espanyol receive a yellow card
90+5' Goal! Alejo Veliz - RCD Espanyol
90+2' Abdul Mumin - Rayo Vallecano receive a yellow card
90+1' RCD Espanyol — substitution: Sergi Gomez Sola / Fernando Calero
85' Alvaro Aguado - RCD Espanyol receive a yellow card
81' Marash Kumbulla - RCD Espanyol receive a yellow card
73' Rayo Vallecano — substitution: Pathe Ciss / Unai Lopez Cabrera
72' Rayo Vallecano — substitution: Randy Nteka / Alvaro Garcia
71' RCD Espanyol — substitution: Walid Cheddira / Javi Puado
65' RCD Espanyol — substitution: Alvaro Tejero Sacristan / Jofre Carreras Pages
63' Rayo Vallecano — substitution: Isaac Palazon Camacho / Jorge de Frutos Sebastian
62' Rayo Vallecano — substitution: Ivan Balliu Campeny / Sergio Camello
46' RCD Espanyol — substitution: Irvin Cardona / Brian Herrero
46' RCD Espanyol — substitution: Alvaro Aguado / Jose Gragera Amado
35' Rayo Vallecano — substitution: Pep Chavarria / Alfonso Espino
8' Goal! Carlos Romero - RCD Espanyol
4' Goal! Alvaro Garcia - Rayo Vallecano

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 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.

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 standings and the 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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