Rayo Vallecano host Elche at Estadio de Vallecas in a LaLiga fixture on Tuesday, 1 March 2026, with kick-off at 8:00 PM (WAT). Two Spanish top-flight sides meet in a fiercely competitive mid-week clash.
Match Overview
| Detail | Info |
|---|---|
| Competition | Spain LaLiga |
| Date | Tuesday, 31 March 2026 |
| Kick-off | 8:00 PM WAT |
| Venue | Estadio de Vallecas, Madrid |
Head to Head Record
| Stat | Rayo Vallecano | Elche |
|---|---|---|
| All-Time H2H Wins | 8 | 6 |
| Draws | 5 | |
| Goals Scored (H2H) | 29 | 24 |
| Last 5 H2H | Rayo 3W 1D 1L | |
| Home Advantage | Rayo very strong at Vallecas | |
| Goals Per H2H Game | 2.7 average | |
Match Preview
Rayo Vallecano are one of LaLiga’s most passionate clubs, representing the working-class district of Vallecas in Madrid. The Estadio de Vallecas is one of the most intimate and intense atmospheres in Spanish football, and Rayo use that home advantage superbly. Under their manager, Rayo play direct, high-energy football with a pressing style that makes them difficult to beat at home.
Elche are back in LaLiga following promotion and have been competitive for a newly promoted side, showing defensive discipline throughout the season. However, their lack of top-flight quality has been exposed in away fixtures, and facing Rayo at Vallecas is one of the toughest assignments in the division. Elche will need a disciplined, backs-to-the-wall performance to take anything from this game.
Team Form – Last 5 Matches
| Team | Form | Goals Scored | Goals Conceded |
|---|---|---|---|
| Rayo Vallecano | W D W L W | 7 | 5 |
| Elche | L D L W D | 4 | 7 |
Key Players to Watch
| Player | Team | Threat |
|---|---|---|
| Isi Palazon | Rayo Vallecano | Creative winger, direct threat on the flanks |
| Radamel Falcao | Rayo Vallecano | Veteran striker, still dangerous in the box |
| Pere Milla | Elche | Elche’s most creative attacker |
Our Prediction
Rayo Vallecano are the clear favourites at home tonight. Their pressing style, home atmosphere, and Elche’s poor away form all point to a comfortable Rayo win. We back a home victory with a clean sheet.
| Market | Prediction |
|---|---|
| Match Result | Rayo Vallecano Win |
| Correct Score | 2-0 |
| Both Teams to Score | No |
| Total Goals | Under 2.5 |
| Best Bet | Rayo Vallecano Win to Nil |
Kick-off: 8:00 PM WAT | Competition: Spain LaLiga | Venue: Estadio de Vallecas, Madrid
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