Rayo Vallecano vs Espanyol Predictions

• Four of Espanyol’s last five have seen under 2.5 goals
• Three of Vallecano’s last five have ended with under 2.5 goals
• Espanyol have picked up just 5 points from 13 away games

Low scoring affair expected Campo de Fútbol de Vallecas

Vallecano host Espanyol this Friday evening in La Liga, with both teams sitting at opposite ends of the table despite just 11 points separating them. Vallecano are currently 7th, one place outside the European spots, while Espanyol sit 16th, just two positions above the relegation zone.

Neither side is typically involved in high-scoring affairs. Less than 50% of their matches this season have featured over 2.5 goals, reflecting a pattern of tight, low-scoring contests.

Espanyol have particularly struggled in attack on the road, scoring just 8 goals in 13 away matches and picking up only 5 points in the process. That poor return has been a key reason behind their position near the bottom.

Vallecano, meanwhile, possess a number of goal threats but lack a prolific number nine—no player has scored more than four league goals for them this season. While they don’t boast a dominant home record, they should still be able to capitalise on Espanyol’s away frailties.

A low-scoring home win for Vallecano looks the most likely outcome. With 1-0 being the tip here.