Rayo vs Espanyol Predictions

Rayo vs Espanyol is scheduled for kick off on 23 April, at 18:00. The game is set to take place at Estadio de Vallecas, with Adrián Cordero Vega officiating as the referee. This match is bound to be interesting with Rayo currently holding the 8th position in the table 2 points ahead of Espanyol. Rayo have lost 3 Spanish La Liga matches to Espanyol out of the last 4 they have played. After their recent victory against Villarreal, Rayo is determined to keep their momentum going. Rayo have won 7 of their last 19 Spanish La Liga matches at Estadio de Vallecas. Espanyol's away record stands at 5 victories from 19 games. Following their 2-1 triumph over Osasuna, Espanyol 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 70% of their matches this season while losing their clean sheet in 68% of games. Their total stands at 39 goals and 177 shots on target this Spanish La Liga season. Meanwhile, Espanyol have scored 42 goals with 150 shots on target this season. They've managed over 1.5 goals in 76% of matches but conceded in 73% of games.

In their last 4 head-to-head clashes, Rayo scored 2 goals while Espanyol scored 7 goals. Their last match on 23 April 2026 ended in 1-0 to Rayo.