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Girona entertain Rayo Vallecano to the Estadi Montilivi in LaLiga on Wednesday. Both teams have two wins from six games, with Vallecano having a one-point lead over Girona in the standings.
Girona have lost all their three games across competitions after the international break. They suffered a 1-0 loss to Paris Saint-Germain in their UEFA Champions League opener in midweek. Their poor form continued in LaLiga on Saturday with a 2-0 loss at Valencia.
Vallecano, meanwhile, have seen an uptick in form recently and are unbeaten in two league outings. They registered a 3-1 home win over Osasuna before drawing 1-1 with Atletico Madrid on Sunday (22 September). Isi Palazon scored in the first half before Atletico's Conor Gallagher equalised after the break.
Girona vs Rayo Vallecano Head-to-Head and Key Numbers
- The two teams have crossed paths 28 times across competitions, with Girona, leading 12-10.
- Girona had a 100% record against Vallecano last season, securing a league double and registering a 3-1 win in the Copa del Rey round of 16.
- Both teams have scored eight goals in six league games this term. Vallecano (7) have the better defensive record, conceding three goals fewer than Girona.
- Girona have won seven of their last nine home games in LaLiga, keeping four clean sheets.
- Vallecano have one win in last 12 away games in LaLiga, failing to score in eight games.
- Their last six meetings have seen over 2.5 goals, with Girona scoring at least twice in theur last five games.
Girona vs Rayo Vallecano Prediction
Girona have two losses at home in 17 league outings and are unbeaten in their last five meetings against Vallecano. Jastin García and Ricard Artero remain sidelined with injuries, while Portu is a doubt.
Vallecano, meanwhile, are unbeaten in their last two league games. They are winless in last three away meetings against Girona, though, conceding three goals apiece in the last two.
Alvaro García and Gumbau were absent against Atletico, and their involvement here appears doubtful. Pacha Espino and Diego Méndez remain sidelined with injuries. James Rodríguez has made two appearances from the bench, and the trend could continue here.
Despite Girona's poor recent form, their home advantage and recent record against Vallecano, expect the hosts to eke out a narrow win.
Prediction: Girona 2-1 Vallecano
Girona vs Rayo Vallecano Betting Tips
Tip 1: Result - Girona to win
Tip 2: Goals - Over/Under 2.5 Goals - Over 2.5 goals
Tip 3: At least one goal to be scored in the second half - Yes
Tip 4: Cristhian Stuani to score or assist any time - Yes
