Rayo Vallecano vs Almeria tips and predictions

Rayo Vallecano get ready to do business with Almeria

Rayo Vallecano are currently in 15th place as they get set to welcome 20th place Almeria.

Despite the short Rayo Vallecano price, tread carefully if you think this match is a formality. This previews is clearly leaning towards a home win but don't count on it. The home side should win, at least on paper.

Rayo Vallecano will exploit the performance stats of Almeria. The visitors come into the match with 13 losses from their last 17 away matches. They should prepare themselves for defeat again here.

It could be vital that the visiting defenders keep their shape throughout the ninety minutes. Almeria have conceded two or more goals in all of their last 4 matches. To add to their woes, some of the attacking displays by the visitors have been lacking quality. It might be revealing that they've averaged just 0.8 goals in their last 20 matches.

Obviously these sides are familiar foes. Rayo Vallecano have won 11 of the last 16 fixtures between the two teams. Some analysts like to ignore them but the head-to-head stats favour another home win. In their last apperance Almeria were beaten 3-1 by Getafe.

Rayo Vallecano are justifiable favourites and it's possible they just don't give up any ground to Almeria. The No BTTS bet seems like it's the only option that offers any value in that market.