Match Analysis: Girona vs Rayo Vallecano – Prediction
Match Details
- Date: 2025-08-15
- Time: 5:00 PM UTC
- Location: Estadi Montilivi, Girona, Spain
Game Overview
Girona, ranked 9th in La Liga, face off against 11th-placed Rayo Vallecano. Both teams have a competitive recent history, with Girona having slightly better home form. The match kicks off the La Liga 2025-26 season at Girona's home ground.
Key Factors to Consider
- Girona have had mixed results lately, winning only 2 of their last 16 La Liga matches, indicating inconsistency. Rayo Vallecano have been similarly inconsistent but have won only 1 of their last 8 clashes against Girona in La Liga.
- In recent head-to-heads, Girona have lost about 50% of their matches to Rayo Vallecano historically. The last season, the two teams played twice, showing a balanced rivalry. Predictive simulations give Girona a 43.6% chance to win, Rayo 30.0%, and a draw 26.5%.
- No specific injury data is available from sources; assume no major absences affecting starting lineups.
- The match is played at Girona’s home ground, Estadi Montilivi, which could provide home advantage. Weather or other environmental factors are not mentioned.
- Being the season opener, both teams are motivated to start strongly. Girona, playing at home and with slightly better preseason outlook, may have marginally higher motivation to secure points early.
Odds and Predictions
| Category | Odds | Prediction | Confidence |
|---|---|---|---|
| Moneyline | Girona: 1.31, Rayo Vallecano: 2.2, Draw: 2.25 | Girona to win | ★★★☆☆ 65% |
| Spread | Girona_-0.25: -102, Rayo_+25: -118 | Girona -0.25 | ★★★☆☆ 60% |
| Over/under | Over_2.25: -118, Under_2.25: -102 | Under 2.25 goals | ★★★☆☆ 55% |
Top EV Betting Odds
Discover the best value bets based on our EV analysis.
| Market | EV Pick |
|---|---|
| Moneyline | Girona 1% |
| Spread | N/A |
| Over/Under | Under 2.25 9% |
🔥 Best Value Pick: Under 2.25 at 9% EV | Suggested Bet Size: 9.1% (Kelly Criterion)
Predicted Outcome
Girona favored to win narrowly, with the match expected to be competitive and potentially low scoring given recent form and odds.
Predicted Score: 1-0