Celta Vigo and Rayo Vallecano face each other at Balaidos in a La Liga clash where momentum and defensive solidity will be key. As both sides are likely to adopt a cautious approach, we predict a 1-1 draw. Os Celestes have no fresh injury concerns following a 1-0 victory at Sevilla and will look to build on their home form, which has seen them win 50% of matches, scoring 1.75 goals per game while conceding just 1.00. Overall, the Galicians have scored 1.50 goals per match and boast 40% clean sheets, making them a tricky side to break down.
Rayo Vallecano travel to Galicia on the back of a 2-1 win over Mallorca but will be without midfielder Oscar Valentin (suspension) and right-back Andrei Ratiu. Rayo’s overall form is strong (wldww), winning 50% of their matches, scoring 1.40 goals per game and conceding 1.10. Their away record shows potential, averaging 3.00 goals per game in encounters away from home. H2H meetings favor Rayo slightly, though both sides have had competitive showings in past 23 clashes.
As 70% of H2H matches saw multiple goals, Over 1.5 goals seems like a sure bet, with additional value on Both Teams to Score and Over 3.5 yellow cards.
This Primera Division match will be played on Sunday 18 January 2026 at 17:30.
What is our Celta Vigo vs Rayo Vallecano prediction?
Our prediction for this match: Celta Vigo 1 - 1 Rayo Vallecano
Celta Vigo vs Rayo Vallecano Betting Tips
- Anytime Goalscorer: Borja Iglesias @ 137 Odds
- To be Booked: Gerard Gumbau @ 110 Odds
- Shots on Target (Home): Over 2.5
- Shots on Target (Away): Over 2.5
- Shots on Target (Total): Over 4.5
- Total Corners: 6 - 8 @ 175 Odds
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View OfferCelta Vigo Team Form and Stats
| Form | Results | Points Per Game |
|---|---|---|
| Overall | wddww | 1.50 |
| Home | llww | 1.50 |
| Away | dwddw | 1.50 |
| Stats | Overall | Home | Away |
|---|---|---|---|
| Win % | 40% | 50% | 33% |
| Average Goals Per Game | 2.50 | 2.75 | 2.33 |
| Scored | 1.50 | 1.75 | 1.33 |
| Conceded | 1.00 | 1.00 | 1.00 |
| BTTS | 50% | 50% | 50% |
| Clean Sheets | 40% | 25% | 50% |
| Failed to Score | 20% | 25% | 17% |
| Expected Goals | 1.34 | 0.94 | 1.61 |
| Expected Goals Against | 1.40 | 1.49 | 1.33 |
Rayo Vallecano Team Form and Stats
| Form | Results | Points Per Game |
|---|---|---|
| Overall | wldww | 1.80 |
| Home | ddwdw | 1.80 |
| Away | wlwlw | 1.80 |
| Stats | Overall | Home | Away |
|---|---|---|---|
| Win % | 50% | 40% | 60% |
| Average Goals Per Game | 2.50 | 2.00 | 3.00 |
| Scored | 1.40 | 1.40 | 1.40 |
| Conceded | 1.10 | 0.60 | 1.60 |
| BTTS | 60% | 60% | 60% |
| Clean Sheets | 20% | 40% | 0% |
| Failed to Score | 30% | 20% | 40% |
| Expected Goals | 1.69 | 1.84 | 1.55 |
| Expected Goals Against | 1.29 | 1.15 | 1.43 |
Celta Vigo vs Rayo Vallecano Head to Head Statistics (H2H)
Celta Vigo (26%)
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