Our Celta Vigo vs Rayo Vallecano Prediction: 2-1
Celta Vigo vs Rayo Vallecano in the Spain La Liga is scheduled for an 18:00 GMT kick-off on Sunday May 18, 2025. Our correct score prediction favors a 2-1 home triumph, but considering both teams’ ability to find the net, BTTS is also a solid alternative bet.
Our prediction is supported by key performance data, betting odds and match insights — everything you need is right below to make smarter bets.
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Celta Vigo's Last Match – Real Sociedad vs Celta Vigo
Determined to maintain their recent success, Celta Vigo must win following their 1-0 Spain La Liga victory against Real Sociedad on May 13. In that match, Celta Vigo had 39% possession and 4 attempts at goal, with 2 on target.
| Team | Possession | Shots (on target) | xG | Dangerous Attacks |
|---|---|---|---|---|
Real Sociedad | 61% | 9 (5) | 1.69 | 53 |
Celta Vigo | 39% | 4 (2) | 1.1 | 10 |
Rayo Vallecano's Last Match – Rayo Vallecano vs Real Betis
Rayo Vallecano will seek to go one better this time following a 2-2 Spain La Liga share of the spoils with Real Betis on May 15. In that match, Rayo Vallecano recorded 52% possession, attempting 3 shots on goal, with 6 hitting the target.
| Team | Possession | Shots (on target) | xG | Dangerous Attacks |
|---|---|---|---|---|
Rayo Vallecano | 52% | 3 (6) | 1.11 | 63 |
Real Betis | 48% | 3 (3) | 1.16 | 25 |
Celta Vigo vs Rayo Vallecano Stats
Key Stats
| Celta Vigo | Rayo Vallecano | |
|---|---|---|
| 1.25 | Attacking Strength | 0.77 |
| 0.85 | Defence Strength | 0.84 |
| 1.9 | Points Per Game | 1.2 |
| 6/10 | WIN | 3/10 |
| 1/10 | DRAW | 3/10 |
| 3/10 | Clean Sheets | 3/10 |
| 6/10 | BTTS | 5/10 |
| 6/10 | Over 2.5 Goals | 6/10 |
| 1.8 | Average Scored | 1.1 |
Goals Scored vs Goals Conceded
Celta Vigo are averaging 1.8 goals scored and 1.4 conceded per match, while Rayo Vallecano average 1.1 scored and 1.7 conceded per game.
Celta Vigo 18-14
Rayo Vallecano 11-17
What are the odds for this match?
Celta Vigo to win: @1.727
Draw: @3.9
Rayo Vallecano to win: @4.333
Lineups
Celta Vigo (3-4-2-1) : Vicente Guaita, Javi Rodriguez, Yoel Lago, Marcos Alonso, Oscar Mingueza, Ilaix Moriba, Fran Beltran, Mihailo Ristic, Fernando Lopez Gonzalez, Williot Swedberg, Pablo Duran
Rayo Vallecano (4-4-2) : Augusto Batalla, Ivan Balliu, Florian Lejeune, Pathe Ciss, Alfonso Espino, Andrei Ratiu, Unai Lopez, Oscar Valentin, Jorge De Frutos, Adri Embarba, Isi Palazon