Leganes vs Rayo Vallecano Prediction, lineups, betting tips & odds

Los Pepineros set to host Rayo Vallecano in an important LaLiga clash.

Leganes will be at their home waiting for their rivals Rayo Vallecano for an intense clash in the Spanish top-flight LaLiga 2024-25 season. Leganes will not be willing to finish in the relegation zone. They still have a lot of games in their hands and can fight back hard to bring back their form. Rayo Vallecano are comparatively doing well as they are in seventh place with seven wins in 21 matches.

Leganes will be confident as they have performed well in their last couple of matches. They defeated Atletico Madrid at home, later they held Athletic Club for a draw away from home. Earlier they also defeated Barcelona and their performances against the big teams speak volumes. Leganes will have to do a tough job so that they can jump up some spots in the standings.

Vallecano are knocked out of the Copa del Rey but they still have a chance to finish in the Champions League spot. They will have to be consistent going forward. Vallecano will be confident as they defeated Girona in their last LaLiga outing. This will build up some confidence for them and they might build up a chance against Leganes away from home.

Kick-off:

Saturday, February 1, 01:30 AM IST

Location: Butarque, Leganes, Madrid, Spain

Form:

Leganes: W-D-W-W-D

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

Players to Watch

Juan Cruz (Leganes)

Juan Cruz has been a key player for Leganes this term. He has scored a total of four goals in 20 matches for Leganes this season. From controlling the midfield to being beneficial for his side in the attacking, Juan Cruz can change the pace of the match. He plays as the left-back for Leganes and is beneficial all over the pitch. The hosts Leganes can depend on him during the upcoming LaLiga match against Rayo Vallecano.

Jorge de Frutos (Rayo Vallecano)

With a total of six goal contributions, Jorge de Frutos plays a key role in Rayo Vallecano’s attack. This is going to be an important match for both Rayo Vallecano and Jorge de Frutos. He can be very beneficial in attack as he can create spaces and help his side with his attacking skills.

Match Facts

• Leganes have not lost any of their last three LaLiga matches.
• Rayo Vallecano have not won any of their three derbies against Leganes in LaLiga.
• Leganes have been able to secure a win in only one of their 13 home derbies in LaLiga.

Leganes vs Rayo Vallecano: Betting Tips and Odds

• Match to end in a draw @41/20 Quinn bet
• Goals under 2.5 @1/2 bet365
• Raul de Tomas to score @11/2 bet365

Injury and Team News

Enric Franquesa will not be a part of Leganes squad for LaLiga match against Rayo Vallecano due to injury.

All of the players for Rayo Vallecano are ready to be in action. There are some players who are at the risk of getting suspended as they already have four yellow cards each to their name.

Head-to-Head

Total Matches: 24

Leganes won: 6

Rayo Vallecano won: 7

Draws: 11

Predicted Lineup

Leganes predicted lineup (5-4-1)

Dmitrocvic (GK); Altimira, Rosier, Sergio, Nastasic, Cruz; De la Fuente, Cisse, Neyou, Brasanac; Raba

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

Batalla (GK); Ratiu, Lejeune, Mumin, Chavarria; Ciss, Lopez; De Frutos, Palazon, Embarba; Camelllo

Match Prediction

The high-voltage Leganes vs Rayo Vallecano match might end in a draw. Looking at their previous encounters with one another this is going to be an equally hectic clash for both sides but it will end in a draw.

Prediction: Leganes 1-1 Rayo Vallecano

Telecast Details

India: GXR World

UK: Premier Sports and ITV

USA: ESPN+

Nigeria: SuperSport

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