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Written by Damien Souness, Chief Experience Officer
Get Rayo Vallecano vs Espanyol predictions for La Liga Thursday.
La Liga action continues on Thursday at 2:00 PM ET as Espanyol takes on Rayo Vallecano at Campo de Futbol de Vallecas.
Based on updated simulation results, Dimers' proven La Liga model projects Rayo Vallecano as the most likely winner of the Rayo Vallecano vs. Espanyol game.
This article offers a closer look at Thursday's match, including best bets and picks.
Rayo Vallecano vs. Espanyol prediction: Who will win?
Using trusted machine learning and data, we have simulated the outcome of Thursday's La Liga match between Rayo Vallecano and Espanyol, forming part of our La Liga predictions coverage.
Our independent predictive model currently suggests a 45.5% chance of Rayo Vallecano winning, a 28.7% chance for Espanyol, and a 25.8% chance of a draw.
Additionally, the over/under total of 2.5 goals has a 52% chance of staying under, according to our model.
Rayo Vallecano vs. Espanyol odds
We have researched the best La Liga odds in America for this game, which are listed here:
Moneyline
| Rayo Vallecano | Espanyol | Draw |
|---|---|---|
| +115 | +260 | +225 |
Total Goals
| Over 2.5 | Under 2.5 |
|---|---|
| -107 | -116 |
All odds are correct at the time of publication and are subject to change.
Rayo Vallecano vs. Espanyol picks and best bet
After matching our predictions against the best available odds, we can reveal our picks for each of the major markets. Plus, find our best bet for the game below:
| Bet Type | Pick | Bet Now |
|---|---|---|
| Moneyline | Espanyol | +260 |
| Total Goals | Under 2.5 | -116 |
According to our La Liga best bets, the top play to make on this game is Espanyol to win.
These picks are based on our probabilities matched against the implied probabilities from the sportsbook odds.
Rayo Vallecano vs. Espanyol: Correct score and BTTS predictions
The top three most likely final scores, according to our model, are listed below, with a 1-1 draw being the most probable:
| Final Score | Probability |
|---|---|
| RAY 1-1 ESP | 12.3% |
| RAY 1-0 ESP | 10.9% |
| RAY 2-1 ESP | 9.1% |
When it comes to the both teams to score (BTTS) market, we project a 52.3% chance of both sides finding the net and a 47.7% chance that at least one doesn’t.
These predictions are based on each team's average score according to our machine learning model, meaning the most likely correct score may differ from our predicted winner.
Rayo Vallecano vs. Espanyol game-day updates and essential details
Thursday's La Liga game between Rayo Vallecano and Espanyol at Campo de Futbol de Vallecas is scheduled to commence in the United States at 2:00 PM ET.
- Who: Rayo Vallecano vs. Espanyol
- Date: Thursday, April 23, 2026
- Time: 2:00 PM ET/11:00AM PT
- Venue: Campo de Futbol de Vallecas
Conclusion
According to our computer model, Rayo Vallecano has a 45.5% win probability on Thursday, Espanyol has a 28.7% win probability, and there is a 25.8% chance that the game will end in a draw.
Additional tools and information for betting safely can be found in our Responsible Gambling hub.
Damien Souness is Chief Experience Officer at Cipher Sports Technology Group, helping lead sports media brands such as Dimers. He specializes in creating trustworthy and data-driven content for sports fans, with experience working for globally recognized sports and media organizations.
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