Rayo Vallecano vs Leganes Prediction 28 Sep 2024

⚽ LaLiga - Round 8 Preview

📅 28 Sep 2024

⏰ 15:15 GMT +1

🏟 Campo de Futbol de Vallecas (Madrid)

Rayo Vallecano have made a solid start to the season, securing nine points despite facing four of last season’s top-six finishers. Their latest match was a defensive battle, holding Girona to a goalless draw, with only two shots and neither on target. Despite the lack of attacking prowess, manager Iñigo Pérez called it a “very good point” as they head into a seemingly easier fixture against Leganés. Rayo have a strong record at home, winning five and drawing two of their nine home matches against Leganés, which should boost their confidence for this match.

Leganés’ season, after a positive start, has taken a downward turn with five winless matches (D2, L3), leaving them in the bottom half of the table. Manager Borja Jiménez remained optimistic after their 1-1 draw against Getafe, even though they squandered a lead shortly after scoring. Offensive struggles remain a key issue, as Leganés have failed to score in four of their seven LaLiga matches, the joint-highest total before this round. Despite this, they can take encouragement from their past top-flight meetings with Rayo, having won both previous encounters, and their solid away form (W2, D4, L1) could help turn things around.

Where to watch Rayo Vallecano vs Leganes?

📺 Link to watch Rayo Vallecano vs Leganes Live Stream on TV

📋Players to watch:

• Andrei Rațiu (Rayo Vallecano): Contributed to goals in back-to-back home matches (G1, A1) and was one of just two players to register a shot in their last match against Girona.
• Jorge Sáenz (Leganés): Scored the goal that ended Leganés’ four-match scoring drought against Getafe, with all eight of his last goals coming after half-time.

⚡️Match Facts:

• Rayo have avoided defeat in seven of their nine home matches against Leganés (W5, D2).
• Leganés have failed to score in four of their seven LaLiga matches this season.
• Only two first-half goals have been scored across Leganés’ seven league games this term.

💡 Rayo Vallecano vs Leganes Prediction

Rayo Vallecano's strong defensive discipline and home advantage make them slight favorites in this clash, but Leganés’ resilience, especially in away matches, suggests this will be a tight affair. Both teams may struggle to find the net, but Rayo's slight edge in form could see them emerge with a narrow victory.

Rayo Vallecano vs Leganes Betting Tips

• Under 2.5 goals
• Rayo Vallecano to win
• Both teams to score: No