Rayo Vallecano enter the Madrid derby in 18th place and under pressure. As Atletico are eager to get back on course following a 1-0 loss to Real Betis, we predict a 1-0 away win. Rayo's home form offers some hope: they average 1.6 points per game at home and have kept 40% clean sheets in Vallecas. However, the double suspension of Pathe Ciss and Pep Chavarría significantly weakens their defensive structure. Los Vallecanos have also conceded 1.7 goals per match overall, a worrying sign against a top-four opponent.
Atletico Madrid suffered a narrow 1-0 defeat to Real Betis, but their away form remains strong, averaging 1.8 points per away game and conceding only 0.4 goals per away match. Simeone’s side also hold a dominant H2H advantage, winning 18 of the last 23 meetings. With an expected goals (xG) average of 1.85, Atleti consistently create high-value chances, while Rayo often struggle to break down organized defenses, failing to score in 40% of matches.
Given Atletico Madrid's massive H2H dominance and strong away record, there is big value in betting on Away Win. Additionally, Under 2.5 goals bet should be considered (Atleti concede very little; Rayo often struggle up front).
This Primera Division match will be played on Sunday 15 February 2026 at 15:15.
What is our Rayo Vallecano vs Atletico Madrid prediction?
Our prediction for this match: Rayo Vallecano 0 - 1 Atletico Madrid
Rayo Vallecano vs Atletico Madrid Betting Tips
- Over / Under 4.5 Goals: Under 4.5 Goals @ -1000 Odds
- Over / Under 3.5 Goals: Under 3.5 Goals @ -350 Odds
- Anytime Goalscorer: Alexander Sorloth @ 110 Odds
- First Goalscorer: Alexander Sorloth @ 350 Odds
- To be Booked: Gerard Gumbau @ 200 Odds
- Asian Handicap: Atletico Madrid -0.5 @ -122 Odds
- European Handicap: Rayo Vallecano +2 @ -300 Odds
- Shots on Target (Home): Under 2.5
- Shots on Target (Away): Over 2.5
- Shots on Target (Total): Over 2.5
- Total Corners: 9 - 11 @ 160 Odds
- Double Chance: 12 @ -350 Odds
- Draw No Bet: Atletico Madrid to Win @ -334 Odds
- Half Time/Full Time: Atletico Madrid to Win/Atletico Madrid to Win @ 187 Odds
- Clean Sheet: Atletico Madrid - Yes @ 125 Odds
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View OfferRayo Vallecano Team Form and Stats
| Form | Results | Points Per Game |
|---|---|---|
| Overall | wllll | 1.10 |
| Home | dwdwl | 1.60 |
| Away | lwlll | 0.60 |
| Stats | Overall | Home | Away |
|---|---|---|---|
| Win % | 30% | 40% | 20% |
| Average Goals Per Game | 2.80 | 2.40 | 3.20 |
| Scored | 1.10 | 1.40 | 0.80 |
| Conceded | 1.70 | 1.00 | 2.40 |
| BTTS | 50% | 60% | 40% |
| Clean Sheets | 20% | 40% | 0% |
| Failed to Score | 40% | 20% | 60% |
| Expected Goals | 1.60 | 1.69 | 1.51 |
| Expected Goals Against | 1.42 | 1.23 | 1.61 |
Atletico Madrid Team Form and Stats
| Form | Results | Points Per Game |
|---|---|---|
| Overall | wldwl | 1.50 |
| Home | lwwll | 1.20 |
| Away | dwddw | 1.80 |
| Stats | Overall | Home | Away |
|---|---|---|---|
| Win % | 40% | 40% | 40% |
| Average Goals Per Game | 2.10 | 2.20 | 2.00 |
| Scored | 1.40 | 1.20 | 1.60 |
| Conceded | 0.70 | 1.00 | 0.40 |
| BTTS | 40% | 40% | 40% |
| Clean Sheets | 50% | 40% | 60% |
| Failed to Score | 20% | 20% | 20% |
| Expected Goals | 1.85 | 2.28 | 1.41 |
| Expected Goals Against | 1.09 | 0.96 | 1.22 |
Rayo Vallecano vs Atletico Madrid Head to Head Statistics (H2H)
Rayo Vallecano (4%)
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