Rayo Vallecano take on the visitors Espanyol in the round 30 match of Spanish LaLiga. The match will be played on Friday, April 4th at Campo de Futbol de Vallecas (Madrid).
Rayo Vallecano, since returning to Spain’s top flight, haven’t exactly dazzled, but they’ve managed to punch above their weight from time to time. That certainly wasn’t the case last season, when they finished a modest 17th — though they were never truly in danger of relegation, as the bottom three had long been settled. This season under Iñigo Pérez, Rayo initially looked like dark horses for a European spot, showing noticeable improvement. However, a string of average results between winter and spring has cooled expectations. Still, losses to Barcelona, Villarreal, and Real Madrid were predictable, and the draws with Sevilla and Real Sociedad point more to a tough schedule than an actual dip in form. They also beat Alavés 2-0 in a confident display, suggesting the team remains dangerous at home.
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Espanyol aim to learn from recent seasons. From the board to the fans, Los Periquitos are still dreaming of a return to European competition. But the harsh reality is that this proud club has become something of a yo-yo team. Relegated again in 2022, they only finished fourth in Segunda last spring, but showed resilience by winning the playoffs. That same grit is keeping them in the fight for La Liga survival now. Although they’re hovering just above the drop zone, Manolo González’s men have only lost twice in 2025 — away to Mallorca and Real Sociedad. Most recently, they earned a point against Atlético Madrid with a solid 1-1 draw, hinting at growing stability.
Espanyol beat Rayo Vallecano 2-1 both when they were relegated in the spring of 2023 and again last summer after returning to the top flight. The hosts have slightly more in their favor, and that could be enough — back a Rayo Vallecano win.
Prediction for the match: Rayo Vallecano to win.
