Rayo vs Celta Predictions

Rayo vs Celta is scheduled for kick off on 21 September, at 12:00. The game is set to take place at Estadio de Vallecas, with Victor García Verdura officiating as the referee. This match is bound to be interesting with Rayo currently holding the 8th position in the table 4 points behind Celta. Rayo have won 2 Spanish La Liga matches against Celta out of the last 6 they have played. After their recent victory against Alavés, Rayo is determined to keep their momentum going. Rayo have won 7 of their last 19 Spanish La Liga matches at Estadio de Vallecas. Celta's away record stands at 8 victories from 19 games. Following their 1-0 triumph over Sevilla, Celta have boosted their morale as they seek to beat Rayo on their home ground.

Goal stats

Analysing both teams' stats is key to predicting the most likely score in this highly anticipated matchup. Rayo have scored over 1.5 goals in 71% of their matches this season while losing their clean sheet in 68% of games. Their total stands at 41 goals and 184 shots on target this Spanish La Liga season. Meanwhile, Celta have scored 53 goals with 153 shots on target this season. They've managed over 1.5 goals in 79% of matches but conceded in 74% of games.

In their last 6 head-to-head clashes, Rayo scored 5 goals while Celta scored 6 goals. Their last match on 18 January 2026 ended in 3-0 to Celta.