Preview: Real Madrid vs Rayo Vallecano Prediction, lineups, betting tips & odds | LaLiga 2025-26

Four of the last five matches between these clubs have ended in a draw.

Real Madrid are now going to have a face-off against Rayo Vallecano for their matchweek 22 contest of the 2025-26 LaLiga. This is going to be an entertaining outing between these clubs and is scheduled to take place at the Estadio Santiago Bernabéu.

Los Blancos are coming in after losing their UEFA Champions League match against Benfica and this stopped them from securing a direct qualification for the round of 16. They are currently not in their best form. Real Madrid are just a point away from league leaders Barcelona and will be looking to secure a win at home now to keep their Spanish league title hopes alive.

Rayo Vallecano gave a tough fight to Los Blancos last time around and will be eager to come up with another top performance. Having won five of their 21 matches, Los Franjirrojos are placed 16th on the LaLiga points table. They will be away from home and are going to be under pressure due to their current run of form.

Kick-off:

• Location: Madrid, Spain
• Stadium: Estadio Santiago Bernabéu
• Date: Sunday, February 1
• Kick-off Time: 06:30 p.m. IST/ 01:00 p.m. GMT/ 08:00 a.m. ET/ 05:00 a.m. PT
• Referee: TBD
• VAR: In use

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— Real Madrid C.F. 🇬🇧🇺🇸 (@realmadriden) January 29, 2026

Form:

Real Madrid: L-W-W-W-L

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

Players to Watch

Kylian Mbappe (Real Madrid)

Kylian Mbappe is yet again going to play an important role in the attacking front for Real Madrid. He has been one of the few consistent players for his side this season and will be a constant threat to the opponent’s defence in their upcoming fixture. In his last four games, he has scored seven goals and is in top form at the moment.

Jorge de Frutos (Rayo Vallecano)

Jorge de Frutos will be looking to step up his game so that he can help his side stand a chance against Los Blancos. In his 19 LaLiga appearances this season, he has scored six goals and has an assist to his name. De Frutos is not in the best form, but a top performance by him can be helpful for Rayo Vallecano.

Match Facts

• Real Madrid have won three of their last five matches.
• Rayo Vallecano are on a three-match losing streak.
• The previous outing between these clubs ended in a goalless draw.

Real Madrid vs Rayo Vallecano: Betting Tips and Odds

• Real Madrid to win @2/7 888sport
• Kylian Mbappe to score @11/20 Virgin Bet
• Goals under 3.5 @7/10 Unibet

Injury and Team News

Eder Militao, Antonio Rudiger and Ferland Mendy are not going to be in action for Real Madrid as they are injured. Trent Alexander-Arnold is not yet confirmed to be a part of the squad.

Rayo Vallecano will miss out on the services of Abdul Mumin and Andrei Ratiu due to their injuries. Ivan Balliu might also sit out due to fitness issues.

Head-to-Head

Total matches: 47

Real Madrid won: 33

Rayo Vallecano won: 7

Draws: 7

Predicted Lineups

Real Madrid predicted lineup (4-3-3)

Courtois (GK); Valverde, Asencio, Huijsen, Carreras; Güler, Tchouaméni, Bellingham; Mastantuono, Mbappé, Vinícius

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

Batalla (GK); Espino, Lejeune, Ciss, Chavarría; Valentín, Díaz; Martín, Palazón, García; De Frutos

Match Prediction

Both of these clubs need a win here, but it will be Real Madrid who are likely to secure three points against Rayo Vallecano in their upcoming LaLiga clash.

Prediction: Real Madrid 2-1 Rayo Vallecano

Telecast Details

India: FanCode

UK: Premier Sports

USA: ESPN+

Nigeria: SuperSport

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