Levante will hope to halt their losing streak on the road when they visit Estadio de Vallecas for their La Liga encounter with Rayo Vallecano on Sunday.
The visitors have lost three consecutive away matches and are currently in the relegation zone, four points from safety.
Rayo Vallecano, meanwhile, are unbeaten in six consecutive games across all competitions and will look to distance themselves from the relegation zone.
Read our Rayo Vallecano vs Levante prediction, preview and betting tips with odds from bet365. You can also check out our Today's betting tips page for more of our expert predictions.
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Rayo Vallecano vs Levante key stats
- Four of Rayo Vallecano's last five matches produced goals at both ends.
- At least three goals were scored in five of the last six clashes between these sides.
- Five of Levante's last six games produced at least five cards.
Rayo Vallecano vs Levante preview: Can Levante salvage their campaign?
| Rayo Vallecano | vs | Levante |
|---|---|---|
| 15th | Position | 19th |
| 31 | Points | 22 |
| 27 | Goals For | 29 |
| 33 | Goals Against | 45 |
| 8 | Clean Sheets | 5 |
| 13th | Home Rank | 20th |
| 13th | Away Rank | 14th |
Rayo Vallecano are brimming with confidence after their 3-1 victory over Samsunspor in the first leg of their UEFA Conference League round of 16 tie last week.
After an abysmal run of results, Inigo Perez's troops have found their stride once again, stringing together a six-game unbeaten run across all competitions.
Only one team has received more red cards than Rayo Vallecano in La Liga this season.
Diego Mendez is the only injury concern for Rayo ahead of this clash, with the midfielder expected to miss a few more days because of a knee injury.
Despite their commanding win over Samsunspor last Thursday, head coach Perez is unlikely to rest players for this game, as the hosts will look to keep their recent momentum going.
On the other hand, Levante are coming off a heartbreaking 1-1 draw with Girona. The Valencia-based outfit played with 10 men for over 30 minutes, and although they tried to hold on for the win, their efforts were ultimately in vain as Girona equalised in the 96th minute.
Life in the top flight has proven difficult for Luis Castro’s troops; one win in seven matches has left them languishing in the drop zone, threatening to cut their La Liga return short.
Levante have conceded 45 goals - the joint-worst in La Liga this season.
Levante are struggling with injuries, with a handful of the team's midfielders on the sidelines at the moment. The visitors are currently missing Roger Brugue (LCL), Pablo Martinez (MCL), and Carlos Alvarez (groin) in midfield, while defender Unai Elgezabal still needs a few more weeks in the treatment room.
Additionally, Jon Olasagasti (red card) and Adrian de la Fuente (accumulated yellow cards) are both suspended for this game, with Ugo Raghouber (muscle) and Kareem Tunde (hamstring) listed as questionable.
Rayo Vallecano vs Levante form guide & betting tips
| Rayo Vallecano | vs | Levante |
|---|---|---|
| W-D-D-W-D | Form | L-L-L-W-D |
| 9 | Points | 4 |
| 4th | Form Table | 15th |
| 9 | Goals For | 3 |
| 3 | Goals Against | 7 |
Whispers Predicts: Rayo Vallecano 2-1 Levante
At 1.75, Rayo Vallecano are considered favourites by bet365.
Keeping in mind that Levante have lost four of their last five trips to this stadium, we are confident that Rayo will emerge victorious after 90 minutes.
Moreover, five of the last six encounters between these sides went above the 2.5-goal threshold, and this can be backed at 1.95.
We also fancy our chances with Rayo Vallecano & BTTS - Yes, which is priced at 3.75.
> BTTS - Yes at 1.92 | Likelihood: Probable
> Over 2.5 goals at 1.95 | Likelihood: Probable
> Match result - Rayo Vallecano at 1.75 | Likelihood: Probable
> Rayo Vallecano & BTTS - Yes at 3.75 | Likelihood: Possible
> Correct score: 2-1 at 8.40 | Likelihood: Outsider