Atletico Madrid vs Rayo Vallecano Prediction, lineups, betting tips & odds | LaLiga 2024-25

The previous confrontation between the two sides ended in a draw.

Atletico Madrid are all set to host Rayo Vallecano in the match week 33 of the LaLiga 2024-25 season. Riyadh Air Metropolitano is all set for another interesting Spanish league battle between Atleti and Rayo Vallecano.

Atletico de Madrid are in third spot on the LaLiga points table after a decent set of performances this season. Diego Simeone’s men fell prey to Las Palmas in their last Spanish league game. It was a poor performance by Atleti, which led them to drop three points. They will be looking to work on their mistakes and improve.

Three days for Atleti vs Rayo Vallecano pic.twitter.com/AB1aoQSSSl

— Atlético de Madrid (@atletienglish) April 21, 2025

Rayo Vallecano are in the 10th spot, having won 10 of their 32 Spanish league fixtures this season. They have been an average side this season. However, they are eyeing a UEFA Europa Conference League spot.

It is going to be a tough run for them. But they are capable of turning the tide around.

Kick-off:

• Location: Madrid, Spain
• Stadium: Riyadh Air Metropolitano
• Date: Friday, April 25
• Kick-off Time: 01:00 IST / Thursday, April 24: 19:30 GMT/ 14:30 ET/ 11:30 PT
• Referee: Pablo Gonzalez
• VAR: In use

Form:

Atletico Madrid: D-L-W-W-L

Rayo Vallecano: D-W-L-L-D

Players to Watch

Julian Alvarez (Atletico Madrid)

The Argentine forward will once again be leading the attacking lines for Atletico Madrid. Julian Alvarez is the top goal scorer for his side in the LaLiga this season. He has scored 14 goals in 32 league matches. Alvarez is going to be a menace to the opponent’s defence.

Alongside Antoine Griezmann, the Argentine is likely to prevail.

🇦🇷 Julián Alvarez: Atleti's Player of the Month for March 🤟 pic.twitter.com/OGTRT26pr9

— Atlético de Madrid (@atletienglish) April 11, 2025

Alvaro Garcia (Rayo Vallecano)

With a total of eight goal involvements, Alvaro Garcia has been in average form this season. The Spaniard has not scored any goals in the last five games but has controlled the midfield very well. Garcia can also contribute to his team in the attacking front.

He will be looking to step up here.

Match Facts

• Atletico Madrid have won three of their last five matches against Rayo Vallecano.
• Rayo Vallecano have not won any of their last five matches against Atleti.
• They have not won any of their last three LaLiga games.

Atletico Madrid vs Rayo Vallecano: Betting Tips and Odds

• Atletico Madrid to win @61/100 Bet Goodwin
• Julian Alvarez to score @4/1 bet365
• Goals under 3.5 @3/10 Star Sports

Injury and Team News

Jab Oblak and Pablo Barrios might not be in action for Atletico Madrid because of physical discomfort.

Rayo Vallecano will be without the services of Jonathan Montiel and Abdul Mumin as they are injured. Sergio Camello’s availability depends on his match fitness.

Head-to-Head

Total matches: 21

Atletico Madrid won: 16

Rayo Vallecano won: 1

Draws: 4

Predicted Lineups

Atletico Madrid predicted lineup (4-4-2)

Musso (GK); Llorente, Gimenez, Le Normand, Galan; Simeone, De Paul, Koke, Gallagher; Alvarez, Griezmann

Rayo Vallecano predicted lineup (4-2-3-1)

Batalla (GK); Ratiu, Lejeune, Hernandez, Espino; Diaz, Ciss; De Frutos, Gumbau, Chavarria; Garcia

Match Prediction

Diego Simeone’s men are in a better spot than the visitors. Atletico Madrid are likely to defeat Rayo Vallecano in the upcoming Spanish league fixture.

Prediction: Atletico Madrid 2-1 Rayo Vallecano

Telecast Details

India: GXR World

UK: Premier Sports

USA: EXPN+

Nigeria: SuperSport

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