RCD Espanyol vs Valencia: Prediction, Betting Tips & Match Preview – 18 December

RCD Espanyol

L L L L L

14th place in Spanish La Liga

1-1

18/12/2024 20:30

Valencia

D W W L L

12th place in Spanish La Liga

Spanish La Liga

MATCH INTRO

Betiball's prediction for RCD Espanyol vs Valencia on 18 December 2024 (kick-off: 20:30) is built from both teams' recent form, head-to-head history, squad availability, and tactical analysis. Read the full RCD Espanyol vs Valencia preview before placing your bet.

RCD Espanyol are currently 14th with 42 points after 38 matches.
Valencia sit 12th with 46 points from 38 matches.
Our algorithm prediction: a draw with probability 31%.
Head-to-head history favors Valencia, who have won 2 of the last 6 meetings. RCD Espanyol have one win, while 3 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

20:30

2024-12-18

RCD Espanyol vs Valencia - Prediction & Odds

RCD Espanyol

Valencia

2024-12-18 20:30

STANDINGS UP TO 18/12/2024

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

28/05/2023 17:00

Valencia

2 - 2

RCD Espanyol

SPA D1

02/10/2022 12:00

RCD Espanyol

2 - 2

Valencia

SPA D1

14/05/2022 16:30

RCD Espanyol

1 - 1

Valencia

SPA D1

31/12/2021 15:15

Valencia

1 - 2

RCD Espanyol

SPA D1

16/07/2020 19:00

Valencia

1 - 0

RCD Espanyol

SPA D1

02/11/2019 12:00

RCD Espanyol

1 - 2

Valencia

SPA D1

RCD Espanyol

17%

Draw

50%

Valencia

33%

RCD Espanyol Last 6 matches

14/12/2024 13:00

RCD Espanyol 0 - 0 Osasuna SPA D1

09/12/2024 20:00

Getafe 1 - 0 RCD Espanyol SPA D1

03/12/2024 20:00

Barbastro 2 - 0 RCD Espanyol SPA CUP

30/11/2024 17:30

RCD Espanyol 3 - 1 Celta Vigo SPA D1

23/11/2024 17:30

Girona 4 - 1 RCD Espanyol SPA D1

03/11/2024 15:15

FC Barcelona 3 - 1 RCD Espanyol SPA D1

Win

17%

Draw

17%

Lost

67%

Last 6 matches Valencia

13/12/2024 20:00

Real Valladolid 1 - 0 Valencia SPA D1

07/12/2024 17:30

Valencia 0 - 1 Rayo Vallecano SPA D1

04/12/2024 20:00

SD Ejea 1 - 3 Valencia SPA CUP

29/11/2024 20:00

Mallorca 2 - 1 Valencia SPA D1

26/11/2024 18:00

CP Parla Escuela 0 - 1 Valencia SPA CUP

23/11/2024 13:00

Valencia 4 - 2 Real Betis SPA D1

Win

50%

Draw

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

Goals

Scored

227

Avg. per game

0.78

Conceded

186

Avg. per game

0.64

Scored

219

Avg. per game

0.74

Conceded

210

Avg. per game

0.71

Scored a goal

In last 6 matches

YesNo

6 (100%)0 (0%)

In last 6 matches

NoYes

4 (67%)2 (33%)

In last 292 matches

YesNo

167 (57%)125 (43%)

In last 292 matches

NoYes

158 (53%)138 (47%)

RCD Espanyol

Recent matches

Valencia

Under /Over

(78%)35 10(22%)

1.5

Full Time

Under /Over

(84%)38 7(16%)

Under /Over

(33%)15 30(67%)

1.5

1st Half

Under /Over

(20%)9 36(80%)

Under /Over

(56%)25 20(44%)

1.5

2nd Half

Under /Over

(53%)24 21(47%)

/Yes

(58%)26 19(42%)

Both scored
(Yes/No)

No /Yes

(56%)25 20(44%)

GOALS BY TIME PERIOD

RCD Espanyol

Valencia

Shots

RCD Espanyol

Total shots

11.04 avg / game

Blocked

535 total

Avg. 2.96

Valencia

Total shots

10.87 avg / game

Blocked

621 total

Avg. 2.85

RCD Espanyol Pass Valencia

Total passes

75519

Avg. 370 / game

Accurate

78%

Ball possession

47%

Total passes

93422

Avg. 393 / game

Accurate

78%

Ball possession

48%

TOTAL ATTACKS

DANGEROUS ATTACKS

OTHERS

RCD Espanyol

292

Played games

Valencia

296

Avg / game Total Total Avg / game

0.33

Clean sheets

0.28

4.58

1336

Corners

1341

4.53

9.70

2832

Throw-ins

4806

16.24

1.55

452

Offsides

500

1.69

2.49

728

GK saves

709

2.40

RCD Espanyol

DISCIPLINARY

Valencia

Avg / game Total Total Avg / game

2.24

654

620

2.09

0.11

0.11

11.41

3331

Fouls

3440

11.62

10.32

3013

Tackles

3478

11.75

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How We Build the RCD Espanyol vs Valencia Prediction

Betiball.com's prediction for RCD Espanyol vs Valencia on 18 December 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 Valencia 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 Valencia'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 Valencia sit and what this result means for both clubs.

Prediction Accuracy & Track Record

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