Thursday, 20 August 2026 at 20:00
The encounter between Rayo Vallecano and Deportivo Alavés is set to kick off at 20:00 on Thursday, 20/08.
This La Liga fixture offers an intriguing clash of form and tactics, with both sides eager to make a statement at this stage of the season.
Read our full prediction below and get some of the best betting insights based on statistics.
Our analysts at Betting.co.uk have examined key metrics and modelled the most likely match outcomes based on both teams' recent performance data.
This includes historical trends, home and away statistics, and efficiency in front of goal.
Have a look at our recommended bet and key insights below.
Recommended Bet Our betting tip is Rayo Vallecano to win the first half. We expect Rayo Vallecano to start strongly, using home advantage to control the early stages. Their attacking intent could see them take a lead into the break.
1st Half Rayo Vallecano Win: 15/8
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1st Half Rayo Vallecano Win
Why we predict Rayo Vallecano to win the first half
Key Betting Insights
Rayo Vallecano
Deportivo Alavés
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Rayo Vallecano has completed 1 fixtures in the La Liga, securing 0 wins, 0 draws, and 1 losses — an average of 0 points per game. In the La Liga, the team has scored 1 goals (1 per game) and conceded 2 (2 per game).
Across all competitions this season, Rayo Vallecano has played 58 matches, scoring 80 goals (1.38 per match) and conceding 64 (1.1 per match).
Team Statistics/Latest Results
Rayo Vallecano to win the match: 5/4
Stake £10.00 → Potential Return £22.50
Rayo Vallecano
Date
Game
Result
20/08
D
15/08
L
27/05
L
23/05
W
17/05
W
Across 1 La Liga matches, Deportivo Alavés has posted 1 victories, 0 stalemates, and 0 defeats, averaging 3 points per fixture. In those games they scored 3 (3 per match) and conceded 0 (0 per match).
During the whole 2026/27 campaign, Deportivo Alavés has earned 16 wins from 44 matches across all competitions, scoring 62 goals (1.41 per match) and conceding 59 (1.34 per match).
Team Statistics/Latest Results
Deportivo Alavés to win the match: 9/4
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Deportivo Alavés
Date
Game
Result
20/08
D
15/08
W
23/05
L
17/05
W
13/05
W
Here's a statistical breakdown comparing each team's key metrics to the average.
From goal output and both teams to score rates to the results of their last 5 matches, these numbers offer a data-backed view to help identify betting value in the Rayo Vallecano vs Deportivo Alavés fixture.
Key metrics Spain - La Liga Spain - La LigaTeam Form
Rayo Vallecano
Form
Last 5 Games
PPG
Overall
L
L
W
W
D
1.4
Home
W
D
W
D
W
2.2
Away
L
L
W
D
W
1.4
Deportivo Alavés
Form
Last 5 Games
PPG
Overall
D
W
L
W
W
2
Home
W
L
W
L
W
1.8
Away
W
D
L
D
W
1.6
Here's a breakdown of the core match metrics that often define betting value: goals scored, goals conceded, corners and cards.
Analysing these stats offers a sharper view of team tendencies and helps identify markets with consistent trends.
Key metrics 6 last 5 matches 7 last 5 matches
Deportivo Alavés scored +17% more goals than Rayo Vallecano in the last 5 matches.
Goals Scored
Rayo Vallecano
Deportivo Alavés
Performance Gap
Sevilla
Crystal Palace
Deportivo Alavés
Villarreal
Valencia
Key metrics 5 last 5 matches 3 last 5 matches
Rayo Vallecano conceded +67% more goals than Deportivo Alavés in the last 5 matches.
Goals Conceded
Rayo Vallecano
Deportivo Alavés
Performance Gap
Sevilla
Crystal Palace
Deportivo Alavés
Villarreal
Valencia
Key metrics 10 last 5 matches 30 last 5 matches
Deportivo Alavés received +200% more corners than Rayo Vallecano in the last 5 matches.
Corners
Rayo Vallecano
Deportivo Alavés
Performance Gap
Sevilla
Crystal Palace
Deportivo Alavés
Villarreal
Valencia
Key metrics 16 last 5 matches 11 last 5 matches
Rayo Vallecano received +45% more cards than Deportivo Alavés in the last 5 matches.
Cards
Rayo Vallecano
Deportivo Alavés
Performance Gap
Sevilla
Crystal Palace
Deportivo Alavés
Villarreal
Valencia
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