Villarreal v Rayo Vallecano: A Clash of Titans on Dec 18, 2024
On December 18, 2024, the eyes of the soccer world will be firmly fixed on La Liga as Villarreal battles it out against Rayo Vallecano, both teams with impressive records and a history of thrilling matches. Here, we'll take a look at their past performances, head-to-head records, and market odds to make our predictions for the game.
Villarreal v Rayo Vallecano Predictions
- Villarreal has shown consistent performance winning against Deportivo Alavés and securing a draw with Girona FC, despite a recent loss to Real Betis.
- Rayo Vallecano has shown a mixed performance recently, with a victory against Real Valladolid but a loss to RCD Mallorca.
- Historic stats favor Villarreal, with the market giving them a 35% chance, while Rayo Vallecano stands at 12%.
Head-to-head comparison
In their past five meetings, draws have been the dominant result. This suggests a close-fought match, with both teams evenly matched in skill and form.
Last 5 Matches
Villarreal
| Date | Result |
|---|
| Nov, 09 2024 | Villarreal 3 - 0 Deportivo Alavés |
| Dec, 01 2024 | Villarreal 2 - 2 Girona FC |
| Dec, 15 2024 | Villarreal 1 - 2 Real Betis |
Rayo Vallecano
| Date | Result |
|---|
| Oct, 20 2024 | RCD Mallorca 1 - 0 Rayo Vallecano |
| Oct, 05 2024 | Real Valladolid 1 - 2 Rayo Vallecano |
Market Odds
| Outcome | Odds | Probability |
|---|
| Villarreal | 6 | 35% |
| Rayo Vallecano | 2 | 12% |
| Over 0.5 | 17 | 100% |
| Over 1.5 | 16 | 94% |
| Over 2.5 | 10 | 59% |
| Over 3.5 | 6 | 35% |
| Over 4.5 | 3 | 18% |
| btts | 9 | 53% |
Full Time Odds
| Bookmaker | Villarreal | Draw | Rayo Vallecano |
|---|
| 1xBet | 1.87 | 3.91 | 4.43 |
| bet365 | 1.80 | 3.75 | 4.50 |
| Cloudbet | 1.80 | 3.71 | 4.46 |
Verdict
Considering the current form, recent matches, and historical data, Villarreal seems to have an edge over Rayo Vallecano. However, Rayo Vallecano cannot be underestimated due to their fighting spirit and recent comeback in games. The match will likely be a hard-fought contest, with a chance for both teams to score.
Based on market odds and stats, a prudent bet would be either a Villarreal win or a draw. Nevertheless, with soccer being as unpredictable as it is, any outcome is possible, and as always, it's recommended to bet wisely and responsibly.
