Rayo vs Villarreal Predictions

Rayo vs Villarreal is scheduled for kick off on 17 May, at 17:00. The game is set to take place at Estadio de Vallecas, with Ricardo de Burgos Bengoetxea officiating as the referee. This match is bound to be interesting with Rayo currently holding the 8th position in the table 22 points behind Villarreal. Rayo have lost 3 Spanish La Liga matches to Villarreal 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. Villarreal's away record stands at 7 victories from 19 games. Following their 5-1 triumph over Atlético, Villarreal 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, Villarreal have scored 72 goals with 172 shots on target this season. They've managed over 1.5 goals in 92% of matches but conceded in 79% of games.

In their last 6 head-to-head clashes, Rayo scored 4 goals while Villarreal scored 10 goals. Their last match on 17 May 2026 ended in 2-0 to Rayo.