Simon Dalton presents his prediction for the La Liga match.
Rayo Vallecano are comfortably positioned mid-table this season, currently sitting ninth. Their home matches are a strong suit, consistently picking up points with only one defeat at their own ground. Las Palmas are in a tough spot, hovering near the relegation zone, making every game crucial for them. It's going to be challenging for the team to secure points away against Rayo Vallecano who are strong at home.
Rayo Vallecano
Rayo Vallecano display solid defensive performances, conceding less than one goal per match on average (0.9). Goalkeeper Augusto Batalla averages 3.3 saves per match, supporting the team's steady results. At home, they have shown confidence, suffering just one defeat in the last five games, which was against Barcelona (1:2). Their expected goals (xG) statistic confirms their ability to create opportunities, averaging 1.6 per game. Forwards Jorge de Frutos and Sergio Camello, who have netted five goals between them, pose the biggest threat to opponents' defences.
Las Palmas
Las Palmas, on the other hand, struggle on the road, with only three points from six matches and a goal difference of 6-13. They regularly face defeats away and show poor chance conversion, as seen in their last match against Atlético Madrid, where their xG was just 0.02. Despite having several standout players like midfielder Alberto Moleiro and former Barcelona player Sandro Ramirez, who have scored seven goals combined, defensive issues make it difficult for them to gather points. Head-to-head records aren't encouraging either; in 11 home games against Rayo Vallecano, they've only won once.
Rayo Vallecano vs Las Palmas Prediction
Considering Rayo Vallecano's consistent home form and strong defence, a victory for the hosts seems likely. Las Palmas often encounter difficulties away, increasing Rayo Vallecano's chances of winning the upcoming match. Thus, we'll back a win for the hosts.
