Three points will be at stake when Celta Vigo and Valencia lock horns in the 18th round of La Liga at Estadio Abanca Balaidos on Saturday, 3 January 2026.
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Celta Vigo vs Valencia predictions: Goals at both ends
Key stats
- Both teams were on the scoresheet in five of Valencia's last six matches across all competitions.
- Five of Celta's last seven games and seven of Valencia's last eight matches went below the 2.5-goal threshold.
- At least five cards were awarded in four of Valencia's last five games.
Correct score prediction: Celta Vigo 1-1 Valencia
Despite being one of the best travellers in La Liga this season, Celta Vigo have conversely been one of the worst home teams, winning only one of their nine league games at Estadio Abanca Balaidos.
Valencia, on the other hand, have not won an away game in the Spanish top flight this term. However, they have a solid track record against Celta Vigo, losing only one of the last nine La Liga clashes between these sides (W6, D2).
Interestingly, five of Celta Vigo's last eight home league matches ended 1-1, as did three of Valencia's last four top-flight games.
Pre-game odds and win probability: Valencia up against it
- HOME: 1/1 (2.00) – 50%
- DRAW: 12/5 (3.40) – 29.4%
- AWAY: 14/5 (3.80) – 26.3%
*Odds from Ladbrokes, subject to change
Celta Vigo played out a goalless draw with Real Oviedo last time out. They have struggled to find their best form of late, winning only one of their last four matches in all competitions.
Similarly, Valencia's last La Liga outing was a stalemate. Los Che have been a tough team to beat, losing only once in their last eight games.
As things stand, Celta Vigo are seventh in the Spanish top flight, while Valencia are just above the relegation zone in 17th place.
Ahead of this skirmish, Celta Vigo are the expected winners at 1/1 (2.00). Teams with these odds generally have a 50% probability of winning.
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It is also important to note that both teams were on the scoresheet in five of the last six meetings between these sides. Keeping in mind that five of Valencia's last six games featured goals at both ends, BTTS – Yes has an appealing look at 9/10 (1.90). That one has a 52.6% chance of landing.
Most recent H2Hs: Even contest
In the last six meetings between Celta Vigo and Valencia in all competitions, both teams have two wins apiece, with two draws between them.
However, it is fair to note that Celta Vigo won only one of their last nine top-flight encounters with Valencia.
Spain La Liga 02/02/25
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Spain La Liga 23/08/24
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Valencia
Spain La Liga 26/05/24
Celta Vigo
Valencia
Spain Copa del Rey 17/01/24
Valencia
Celta Vigo
Spain La Liga 25/11/23
Valencia
Celta Vigo
Celta Vigo preview: Looking to improve their fortunes
Carlos Dominguez is definitely ruled out of this weekend's clash against Valencia due to a groin issue, while the likes of Pablo Duran, Borja Iglesias, Hugo Sotelo and Mihailo Ristic are unavailable for this contest due to fitness concerns.
Predicted lineup: Radu (GK), Alonso, Starfelt, Rodriguez, Mingueza, Moriba, Roman, Carreira, Zaragoza, Jutgla & Swedberg.
Last five matches
- Real Oviedo 0-0 Celta Vigo
- Albacete 2-2 (3) AP (0) Celta Vigo
- Celta Vigo 2-0 Athletic Bilbao
- Celta Vigo 1-2 Bologna
- Real Madrid 0-2 Celta Vigo
Valencia preview: Few absences
Valencia, meanwhile, are set to also be without a couple of players due to injury problems, including Eray Comert, Pepelu and second-choice goalkeeper Stole Dimitrievski, who has groin concerns.
Predicted lineup: Agirrezabala (GK), Correia, Tarrega, Copete, Gaya, Rioja, Ugrinic, Almeida, Vazquez, Duro & Beltran.
Last five matches
- Valencia 1-1 Mallorca
- Sporting 0-2 Valencia
- Atletico Madrid 2-1 Valencia
- Valencia 1-1 Sevilla
- Cartagena 1-2 Valencia
Player to watch: Hugo Duro
Hugo Duro scored the equaliser in Valencia's last La Liga outing. The former Getafe forward is the team's top scorer in the Spanish top flight this season with six goals. He will look to score in back-to-back games for the first time in over three months.