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

Betiball's prediction for RCD Espanyol vs Valencia on 18 December 2024 (kick-off: 16:30) 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 vs Valencia: Starting Lineups Time : 18/12/2024 16:30

RCD Espanyol
1 - 1
Finished
Valencia
82' event Alvaro Aguado / Brian Herrero
71' event Rafel Bauza / Justin Smith
63' event Omar El Hilali
61' event Irvin Cardona / Walid Cheddira
61' event Carlos Romero / Antoniu Roca
44' event Javi Puado
event 85' Hugo Guillamon / Enzo Barrenechea
event 85' Iker Cordoba / Diego Lopez Noguerol
event 68' Javier Guerra / Jose Luis Garcia Vaya, Pepelu
event 68' Sergi Canos / Fran Perez
event 57' Yarek Gasiorowski / Csar Tarrega
event 47' Diego Lopez Noguerol
82' event Alvaro Aguado / Brian Herrero
event 85' Hugo Guillamon / Enzo Barrenechea
71' event Rafel Bauza / Justin Smith
event 85' Iker Cordoba / Diego Lopez Noguerol
63' event Omar El Hilali
event 68' Javier Guerra / Jose Luis Garcia Vaya, Pepelu
61' event Irvin Cardona / Walid Cheddira
event 68' Sergi Canos / Fran Perez
61' event Carlos Romero / Antoniu Roca
event 57' Yarek Gasiorowski / Csar Tarrega
44' event Javi Puado
event 47' Diego Lopez Noguerol
RCD Espanyol RCD Espanyol
Substitutions
#24 Irvin Cardona
#22 Carlos Romero
#18 Alvaro Aguado
#35 Rafel Bauza
#9 Alejo Veliz
#37 Naci Unuvar
#33 Angel Fortuno Vinas
#8 Eduardo Exposito
#3 Sergi Gomez Sola
#11 Pere Milla Pena
#12 Alvaro Tejero Sacristan
#5 Fernando Calero
RCD Espanyol RCD Espanyol Valencia Valencia
10Shots14
3Shots on Goal4
13Fouls11
4Corner Kick7
11Free kick13
5Offside2
1Yellow card0
30Aerial28
3Save2
17Successful Tackles7
8Interceptions8
33Long pass24
1Assist1
4Substitution5
7Shots off goal10
1Hit The Post1
17Head Success12
4Blocked3
17Tackle7
4Dribbles5
22Throw-in17
406Passes478
82Attacks106
49Dangerous attacks41
2Corner Kicks(HT)4
Valencia Valencia
Substitutions
#6 Hugo Guillamon
#7 Sergi Canos
#8 Javier Guerra
#24 Yarek Gasiorowski
#38 Iker Cordoba
#2 Maximiliano Caufriez
#9 Hugo Duro
#30 German Valera
#1 Jaume Domenech Sanchez
#31 Ruben Iranzo
#21 Jesus Vazquez
#32 Martin Tejon
Commentary
85' Valencia — substitution: Hugo Guillamon / Enzo Barrenechea
85' Valencia — substitution: Iker Cordoba / Diego Lopez Noguerol
82' RCD Espanyol — substitution: Alvaro Aguado / Brian Herrero
71' RCD Espanyol — substitution: Rafel Bauza / Justin Smith
68' Valencia — substitution: Javier Guerra / Jose Luis Garcia Vaya, Pepelu
68' Valencia — substitution: Sergi Canos / Fran Perez
63' Omar El Hilali - RCD Espanyol receive a yellow card
61' RCD Espanyol — substitution: Irvin Cardona / Walid Cheddira
61' RCD Espanyol — substitution: Carlos Romero / Antoniu Roca
57' Valencia — substitution: Yarek Gasiorowski / Csar Tarrega
47' Goal! Diego Lopez Noguerol - Valencia
44' Goal! Javi Puado - RCD Espanyol

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 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.

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 Valencia sit and what this result means for both clubs.

Prediction Accuracy & Track Record

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