Villarreal vs Rayo Vallecano: Prediction, Betting Tips & Match Preview – 18 December

Villarreal

W W W W W

5th place in Spanish La Liga

1-1

18/12/2024 16:30

Rayo Vallecano

L W W D W

8th place in Spanish La Liga

Spanish La Liga

MATCH INTRO

Betiball's prediction for Villarreal vs Rayo Vallecano 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 Villarreal vs Rayo Vallecano preview before placing your bet.

Villarreal are currently 5th with 70 points after 38 matches.
Rayo Vallecano sit 8th with 52 points from 38 matches.
Our algorithm prediction: Villarreal to win with probability 57%.
Head-to-head history favors Villarreal, who have won 3 of the last 6 meetings. Rayo Vallecano have 2 wins, while one match ended in a draw.

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

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Pred

Correct

Avg.g

Coef.

Score.

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Weather

16:30

2024-12-18

Villarreal vs Rayo Vallecano - Prediction & Odds

Villarreal

Rayo Vallecano

2024-12-18 16:30

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

28/04/2024 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

30/01/2023 16:00

Villarreal

0 - 1

Rayo Vallecano

SPA D1

12/05/2022 14:00

Rayo Vallecano

1 - 5

Villarreal

SPA D1

12/12/2021 09:00

Villarreal

2 - 0

Rayo Vallecano

SPA D1

Villarreal

50%

Draw

17%

Rayo Vallecano

33%

Villarreal Last 6 matches

15/12/2024 13:30

Villarreal 1 - 2 Real Betis SPA D1

08/12/2024 11:15

Athletic Bilbao 2 - 0 Villarreal SPA D1

04/12/2024 16:00

Pontevedra 1 - 0 Villarreal SPA CUP

01/12/2024 09:00

Villarreal 2 - 2 Girona SPA D1

24/11/2024 09:00

Osasuna 2 - 2 Villarreal SPA D1

09/11/2024 11:15

Villarreal 3 - 0 Alaves SPA D1

Win

17%

Draw

33%

Lost

50%

Last 6 matches Rayo Vallecano

14/12/2024 16:00

Rayo Vallecano 3 - 3 Real Madrid SPA D1

07/12/2024 13:30

Valencia 0 - 1 Rayo Vallecano SPA D1

04/12/2024 14:00

Unionistas de Salamanca 2 - 3 Rayo Vallecano SPA CUP

01/12/2024 13:30

Rayo Vallecano 1 - 2 Athletic Bilbao SPA D1

24/11/2024 11:15

Sevilla 1 - 0 Rayo Vallecano SPA D1

08/11/2024 16:00

Rayo Vallecano 1 - 3 Las Palmas SPA D1

Win

33%

Draw

17%

Lost

50%

Overall Home/Away

Full time First half Second half

All leagues Spanish La Liga

Played games

Villarreal

Rayo Vallecano

Goals

Scored

Avg. per game

2.26

Conceded

Avg. per game

1.42

Scored

Avg. per game

1.26

Conceded

Avg. per game

1.37

Scored a goal

In last 6 home matches

YesNo

5 (83%)1 (17%)

In last 6 home matches

NoYes

4 (67%)2 (33%)

In last 19 home matches

YesNo

18 (95%)1 (5%)

In last 19 home matches

NoYes

16 (84%)3 (16%)

Villarreal

Recent matches

Rayo Vallecano

Under /Over

(89%)17 2(11%)

1.5

Full Time

Under /Over

(74%)14 5(26%)

Under /Over

(53%)10 9(47%)

1.5

1st Half

Under /Over

(21%)4 15(79%)

Under /Over

(53%)10 9(47%)

1.5

2nd Half

Under /Over

(53%)10 9(47%)

/Yes

(74%)14 5(26%)

Both scored
(Yes/No)

No /Yes

(68%)13 6(32%)

GOALS BY TIME PERIOD

Villarreal

Rayo Vallecano

Shots

Villarreal

Total shots

15.53 avg / game

Blocked

71 total

Avg. 3.74

Rayo Vallecano

Total shots

15.74 avg / game

Blocked

64 total

Avg. 3.76

Villarreal Pass Rayo Vallecano

Total passes

8277

Avg. 436 / game

Accurate

84%

Ball possession

48%

Total passes

8532

Avg. 449 / game

Accurate

81%

Ball possession

55%

TOTAL ATTACKS

DANGEROUS ATTACKS

OTHERS

Villarreal

Played games

Rayo Vallecano

Avg / game Total Total Avg / game

0.26

Clean sheets

0.21

5.26

100

Corners

109

5.74

14.42

274

Throw-ins

476

25.05

2.26

Offsides

1.79

2.79

GK saves

3.00

Villarreal

DISCIPLINARY

Rayo Vallecano

Avg / game Total Total Avg / game

2.32

2.16

0.11

0.11

11.42

217

Fouls

247

13.00

17.42

331

Tackles

298

15.68

NEXT MATCHES

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How We Build the Villarreal vs Rayo Vallecano Prediction

Betiball.com's prediction for Villarreal vs Rayo Vallecano 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.

Villarreal vs Rayo Vallecano Form Analysis

Heading into this match, both sides carry distinct statistical profiles our model weighs carefully. We assess Villarreal'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 Villarreal and Rayo Vallecano 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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