Rayo Vallecano will host Real Betis in a La Liga match on Monday at the Estadio de Vallecas. Both teams come into this fixture following their European successes, with Rayo sitting in 12th place and Betis in sixth.
Recent Performance Overview
Rayo Vallecano has struggled in La Liga recently. They have not secured a win in their last five league matches. Their last victory came on October 26, with a narrow 1-0 win against Alaves. Following that, they drew against Real Madrid, Real Oviedo, and Valencia, before losing 1-0 to Espanyol last Sunday.
Despite their league challenges, Rayo found some form in the Conference League. They achieved a 2-1 victory over Jagiellonia Bialystok, with a goal from Sergio Camello and a decisive strike from substitute Pacha Espino.
Confidence at Home
Rayo will take confidence from their home performances, as they have remained unbeaten in their last five competitive matches at Vallecas. They have recorded three wins and two draws since their last home defeat to Sevilla in September.
Real Betis: Seeking a Recovery
Real Betis is looking to capitalize on their strong overall form, having won seven of their last ten matches across all competitions. However, they suffered a setback in their last La Liga game, losing 5-3 to Barcelona.
In the Europa League, they fared better, securing a 3-1 victory against Dinamo Zagreb. Rodrigo Riquelme and Antony contributed to this success, helping Betis remain competitive in the League Phase.
Upcoming Fixtures
After facing Rayo Vallecano, Betis will participate in a Copa del Rey match against Real Murcia, followed by a league match against Getafe. They aim to finish the year strongly.
Currently, Betis is unbeaten in all 12 of their competitive away games this season. They will be keen to extend this streak, especially since they have drawn twice and lost once in their last three encounters with Rayo.
Team News
- Rayo Vallecano: Missing players include Diego Mendez, Abdul Mumin, Randy Nteka, and Oscar Trejo. Unai Lopez is suspended after receiving a red card.
- Real Betis: Junior Firpo has a hamstring injury, while Hector Bellerin and Isco are doubtful. Several players are on international duty.
Potential Lineups
| Rayo Vallecano | Batalla; Ratiu, Lejeune, Mendy, Chavarria; Valentin, Ciss; De Frutos, Palazon, Garcia; Camello |
|---|---|
| Real Betis | Valles; Ruibal, Bartra, Natan, Gomez; Deossa, Roca; Antony, Fornals, Riquelme; Cucho |
Match Prediction
Given Betis’ strong away record and Rayo’s home drawing tendencies, a 2-2 draw is a possible outcome for this contest. Both teams have shown resilience and skill, suggesting an exciting match ahead.
