Rayo Vallecano vs. Las Palmas: A Match Preview

Team News

Rayo Vallecano will be without the services of midfielder Oscar Trejo, who is suspended for the match. Las Palmas, on the other hand, will be without defender Mauricio Lemos, who is also suspended. Both teams have otherwise reported that they have a clean bill of health and thus will have the majority of their squads to choose from. Both teams’ depth should allow them to respond to any strategies their opponents deploy, which could lead to an unpredictable match.

Predicted Lineups

Rayo Vallecano (4-2-3-1): Dimitrievski; Balliu, Catena, Lejeune, Fran Garcia; Comesana, Valentin; Palazon, Garcia, Salvi Sanchez; Raul de Tomas Las Palmas (4-4-2): Garcia; Lemos, Coco, Curbelo, Cardona; Mfulu, Rodriguez, Viera, Moleiro; Mujica, Sadiku

Prediction

These two teams are very much equals, so an exciting match will be expected by the fans that attend. Rayo Vallecano has a slight edge in terms of form, having won two of their last three matches, while Las Palmas has only won one of their last three. However, Las Palmas did win the last meeting between the two teams, so they will be confident of getting a result. Both teams will be looking to win this match in order to improve their chances of promotion to La Liga. Rayo Vallecano is currently in fourth place in the Segunda Division, while Las Palmas is in fifth place. A win for either team would see them move up the table and closer to automatic promotion. Overall, both teams have the ability to win the game. Rayo Vallecano has the home advantage, but Las Palmas has good away form and will be boosted by their recent win over the division leaders.