La Liga
Barcelona vs Rayo Vallecano
Mon, 31 Aug 2026 - 20:30 (UK Time)
Stadium: Camp Nou
Barcelona vs Rayo Vallecano Prediction & Stats - La Liga 2026/27
Predictions
Another instalment of a long-running fixture. Barcelona vs Rayo Vallecano carries real history into this round of the La Liga.
The two sides meet on 31/08 (Monday) at Camp Nou, 20:30 (UK time).
Read the Barcelona vs Rayo Vallecano prediction below before backing anything.
Our verdict on Barcelona vs Rayo Vallecano
A deep head-to-head record gives this fixture a story, and that context feeds directly into our thinking. This is the Barcelona vs Rayo Vallecano call we are most confident in:
Eagle Predict Prediction
Under 3.5 Goals
Last updated on 29-08-2026.
Who do the bookmakers favour?
The market makes Barcelona the side to beat, with roughly 79% of the implied odds in their favour.
For the wider picture, compare all La Liga odds and the rest of the round's fixtures before you settle on a bet.
Barcelona Preview
Barcelona reach this fixture 2 match into their La Liga. Here is where FC Barcelona stand:
In this competition
2 won, 0 drawn, 0 lost
3 points per game
7 scored, at 3.5 a game
0 conceded, at 0 a game
FC Barcelona, season-wide
2 won, 0 drawn, 0 lost across all competitions
Leading scorer: Raphinha, 3 goals
Most assists: Anthony Gordon, 2 assists
Recent results — Barcelona
27/08/2026 15:00
23/08/2026 15:30
23/05/2026 15:00
17/05/2026 15:15
13/05/2026 15:30
Rayo Vallecano: how they are travelling
Rayo Vallecano come in 2 matches into their La Liga.
Here is what Rayo Vallecano de Madrid have produced:
In this competition
0 won, 1 drawn, 1 lost
0.5 points per game
2 scored, at 1 a game
3 conceded, at 1.5 a game
Rayo Vallecano de Madrid, season-wide
0 won, 1 drawn, 1 lost across all competitions
Leading scorer: Álvaro García, 1 goals
Most assists: Jorge De Frutos, 1 assists
Recent results — Rayo Vallecano de Madrid
20/08/2026 15:00
15/08/2026 15:30
27/05/2026 15:00
23/05/2026 15:00
17/05/2026 13:00
The head-to-head favours Barcelona
Recent meetings have tended to go Barcelona's way against Rayo Vallecano.
From 23 match(es):
Barcelona: 17 win(s)
Rayo Vallecano: 3 win(s)
Drawn: 3
It is a pattern worth weighing in the Barcelona vs Rayo Vallecano prediction.
Form comparison Barcelona vs Rayo Vallecano
A side-by-side look at how both teams are performing right now, to set the context for your bets:
Home Team
Barcelona
Spain - La Liga
| Form | Last 5 | PPG |
|---|---|---|
| Overall |
W
W
|
3 |
| Home |
W
|
3 |
| Away |
W
|
3 |
| Stats | Overall | Home | Away |
|---|---|---|---|
| Win % | 100% | 100% | 100% |
| Goals | 3.5 | 2 | 5 |
| Scored | 3.5 | 2 | 5 |
| Conceded | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Both Teams to Score | 0% | 0% | 0% |
| Without Conceding | 100% | 100% | 100% |
| Failed To Score | 0% | 0% | 0% |
| first to Score | 0% | 0% | 0% |
|
xG
|
1.95 | 2.54 | 1.37 |
|
xGA
|
0.75 | 0.6 | 0.9 |
Away Team
Rayo Vallecano
Spain - La Liga
| Form | Last 5 | PPG |
|---|---|---|
| Overall |
D
L
|
0.5 |
| Home |
D
|
1 |
| Away |
L
|
0 |
| Stats | Overall | Home | Away |
|---|---|---|---|
| Win % | 0% | 0% | 0% |
| Goals | 2.5 | 2 | 3 |
| Scored | 1 | 1 | 1 |
| Conceded | 1.5 | 1 | 2 |
| Both Teams to Score | 100% | 100% | 100% |
| Without Conceding | 0% | 0% | 0% |
| Failed To Score | 0% | 0% | 0% |
| first to Score | 0% | 0% | 0% |
|
xG
|
0.88 | 0.97 | 0.78 |
|
xGA
|
1.5 | 1.57 | 1.43 |
Further markets to consider
Beyond the main tip at the top of the page, two more selections stand out for this match-up:
👉 Prediction: Under 9.5 Corners
Our analysis of Barcelona vs Rayo Vallecano suggests there is good value in the corners market.
With low attacking activity expected from both sides, our best betting tip is under 9.5 corners. If the total stays at 9 or fewer, you will win your bet.
👉 Prediction: Barcelona to Win the First Half
With Barcelona coming into this match in great form and holding the home advantage against Rayo Vallecano, we see good value in backing them to win the first half.
Since the odds for a full-time win may not be as rewarding, the half-time bet can be a good alternative.
Fixture information - Barcelona vs Rayo Vallecano
Match: Barcelona vs Rayo Vallecano
Competition: La Liga
Date: Monday, 31/08/2026
Kick-off: 20:30 (UK time)
Venue: Camp Nou
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Stats
The statistics for Futbol Club Barcelona vs Rayo that you will find on this page should help you make well-informed decisions for placing your bets.
Goal Average
2.5
League: 2.5
Both Teams to Score
50%
League: 50%
Over 1.5+
100%
League: 75%
Over 2.5+
50%
League: 50%
Cards
5
League: 5.05
Corners
14
League: 9.4
Home Team
Barcelona
Spain - La Liga
| Form | Last 5 | PPG |
|---|---|---|
| Overall |
W
W
|
3 |
| Home |
W
|
3 |
| Away |
W
|
3 |
| Stats | Overall | Home | Away |
|---|---|---|---|
| Win % | 100% | 100% | 100% |
| Goals | 3.5 | 2 | 5 |
| Scored | 3.5 | 2 | 5 |
| Conceded | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Both Teams to Score | 0% | 0% | 0% |
| Without Conceding | 100% | 100% | 100% |
| Failed To Score | 0% | 0% | 0% |
| first to Score | 0% | 0% | 0% |
|
xG
|
1.95 | 2.54 | 1.37 |
|
xGA
|
0.75 | 0.6 | 0.9 |
Away Team
Rayo Vallecano
Spain - La Liga
| Form | Last 5 | PPG |
|---|---|---|
| Overall |
D
L
|
0.5 |
| Home |
D
|
1 |
| Away |
L
|
0 |
| Stats | Overall | Home | Away |
|---|---|---|---|
| Win % | 0% | 0% | 0% |
| Goals | 2.5 | 2 | 3 |
| Scored | 1 | 1 | 1 |
| Conceded | 1.5 | 1 | 2 |
| Both Teams to Score | 100% | 100% | 100% |
| Without Conceding | 0% | 0% | 0% |
| Failed To Score | 0% | 0% | 0% |
| first to Score | 0% | 0% | 0% |
|
xG
|
0.88 | 0.97 | 0.78 |
|
xGA
|
1.5 | 1.57 | 1.43 |
Corners
10.5 / Match
+11% Corners / Match
Barcelona received +11% more corners than Rayo Vallecano in the La Liga
9.5 / Match
Athletic Bilbao
(12)
Elche CF
(1)(9)
Deportivo Alavés
(2)
Sevilla
Cards
0.5 / Match
+400% Cards / Match
Rayo Vallecano received +400% more cards than Barcelona in the La Liga
2.5 / Match
Athletic Bilbao
(1)
Elche CF
(0)(1)
Deportivo Alavés
(4)
Sevilla
Goals Scored
3.5 / Match
+250%
Barcelona is +250% better in terms of goals scored
1 / Match
Athletic Bilbao
(2)
Elche CF
(5)(1)
Deportivo Alavés
(1)
Sevilla
Goals Conceded
0 / Match
100%
Rayo Vallecano condeded 100% more goals than Barcelona
1.5 / Match
Athletic Bilbao
(0)
Elche CF
(0)(1)
Deportivo Alavés
(2)
Sevilla
La Liga Standings
| # | Team | MP | W | D | L | GF | GA | GD | Pts | PPG |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 |
Barcelona
|
2 | 2 | 0 | 0 | 7 | 0 | 7 | 6 | 3 |
| 2 |
Real Madrid
|
2 | 2 | 0 | 0 | 6 | 2 | 4 | 6 | 3 |
| 3 |
Sevilla
|
2 | 2 | 0 | 0 | 5 | 2 | 3 | 6 | 3 |
| 4 |
Betis
|
2 | 2 | 0 | 0 | 2 | 0 | 2 | 6 | 3 |
| 5 |
Deportivo Alavés
|
2 | 1 | 1 | 0 | 4 | 1 | 3 | 4 | 2 |
| 6 |
Atlético Madrid
|
2 | 1 | 1 | 0 | 4 | 2 | 2 | 4 | 2 |
| 7 |
Osasuna
|
2 | 1 | 1 | 0 | 2 | 1 | 1 | 4 | 2 |
| 8 |
Espanyol
|
2 | 1 | 0 | 1 | 4 | 2 | 2 | 3 | 1.5 |
| 9 |
Getafe
|
2 | 1 | 0 | 1 | 1 | 3 | -2 | 3 | 1.5 |
| 10 |
Deportivo La Coruña
|
2 | 0 | 2 | 0 | 2 | 2 | 0 | 2 | 1 |
| 11 |
Villarreal
|
2 | 0 | 2 | 0 | 4 | 4 | 0 | 2 | 1 |
| 12 |
Valencia
|
2 | 0 | 1 | 1 | 0 | 1 | -1 | 1 | 0.5 |
| 13 |
Celta de Vigo
|
2 | 0 | 1 | 1 | 1 | 2 | -1 | 1 | 0.5 |
| 14 |
Racing Santander
|
2 | 0 | 1 | 1 | 2 | 3 | -1 | 1 | 0.5 |
| 15 |
Rayo Vallecano
|
2 | 0 | 1 | 1 | 2 | 3 | -1 | 1 | 0.5 |
| 16 |
Málaga CF
|
2 | 0 | 1 | 1 | 1 | 3 | -2 | 1 | 0.5 |
| 17 |
Levante UD
|
2 | 0 | 1 | 1 | 0 | 3 | -3 | 1 | 0.5 |
| 18 |
Elche CF
|
2 | 0 | 1 | 1 | 1 | 6 | -5 | 1 | 0.5 |
| 19 |
Athletic Bilbao
|
2 | 0 | 0 | 2 | 1 | 5 | -4 | 0 | 0 |
| 20 |
Real Sociedad
|
2 | 0 | 0 | 2 | 1 | 5 | -4 | 0 | 0 |
Odds
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