Rayo Vallecano vs Barcelona Preview, prediction, lineups, betting tips & odds | LaLiga 2025-26

The Blaugrana emerged victorious when these sides last faced one another.

Rayo Vallecano are ready to battle it out against Barcelona in what is going to be the matchweek 3 fixture of the 2025-26 LaLiga campaign. Estadio de Vallecas is all set to witness the interesting clash.

Rayo Vallecano secured a win in their opening LaLiga fixture against Girona, but then unfortunately tasted a defeat at the hands of Athletic Club in their second league outing of the new season. Meanwhile, they have secured a spot in the UEFA Conference League and will now be a part of the European competition this season.

Barcelona are looking strong as expected and have begun their title defence on a positive note. The Hansi Flick-led side have won both of their league matches in the new season. They will be looking to secure another win. Despite being away from home, the Blaugrana will be coming in confident.

Kick-off:

• Location: Madrid, Spain
• Stadium: Estadio de Vallecas
• Date: Monday, September 1
• Kick-off Time: 01:00 a.m. IST (Sunday, August 31; 07:30 p.m. GMT/ 03:30 p.m. ET/ 12:30 p.m. PT)
• Referee: Mateo Busquets Ferrer
• VAR: In use

Form:

Rayo Vallecano: W-W-L-W

Barcelona: W-W

Players to Watch

Alvaro Garcia (Rayo Vallecano)

Alvaro Garcia will have an important role to play in the attacking front for Rayo Vallecano. The 32-year-old Spanish midfielder is coming in after scoring a brace in the Conference League qualifier fixture. He will be looking to step up as they next face the Spanish giants.

Lamine Yamal (Barcelona)

The young Spanish winger already has three goal involvements in two LaLiga appearances this season. Lamine Yamal will be ready to yet again trouble the opponent’s defence. He is looking sharp at the moment, and with his current form, Rayo Vallecano must avoid giving him many chances.

Match Facts

• Barcelona have won all of their last three games against Rayo Vallecano.
• The Blaugrana have secured two clean sheets in their last three fixtures against Los Franjirrojos.
• Rayo Vallecano have only won one of their last five games against Barca.

Rayo Vallecano vs Barca: Betting Tips and Odds

• Barcelona to win @17/40 Betway
• Robert Lewandowski to score @10/3 bet365
• Goals over 3.5 @57/50 Unibet

Injury and Team News

Rayo Vallecano will be without the services of Abdul Mumin and Nobel Mendy as they are injured.

Marc-Andre ter Stegen and Daniel Rodriguez are injured, hence keeping them out of action for FC Barcelona. They are yet to register Wojciech Szczesny for the LaLiga.

Head-to-Head

Total matches: 47

Rayo Vallecano won: 7

Barcelona won: 30

Draws: 10

Predicted Lineups

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

Batalla (GK); Batalla, Lejeune, Felipe, Chavarría; Palazón, Ciss, Lopez, Garcia; Diaz; De Frutos

Barcelona predicted lineup (4-2-3-1)

García (GK); Kounde, Araujo, Cubarsí, Balde; Gavi, Pedri; Yamal, Raphinha, Rashford; Lewandowski

Match Prediction

This is going to be an entertaining contest between the two clubs. Barcelona are likely to defeat Rayo Vallecano in their upcoming LaLiga fixture.

Prediction: Rayo Vallecano 1-3 Barcelona

Telecast Details

India: FanCode

UK: Premier Sports

USA: ESPN+

Nigeria: SuperSport

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