Read our prediction for Sevilla vs Rayo Vallecano below. This preview was written by a sport journalist who is specialised in betting tips and predictions.
Sevilla vs Rayo Vallecano Prediction & Betting tips
Sevilla FC and Rayo Vallecano kick off their 2026–27 La Liga campaigns this Saturday, August 15, 2026, at the Estadio Ramón Sánchez-Pizjuán. Both teams enter the new season looking to establish early momentum after mixed pre-season results and crucial off-season departures. Sevilla dominates this fixture historically with 34 wins out of 60 meetings. Sevilla has won 24 of their 30 home games against Rayo Vallecano, remaining unbeaten in their last three encounters at the Sánchez-Pizjuán. The previous competitive match between the two sides ended in a tight 1-1 draw in March 2026.
Sevilla:
Sevilla is desperate for a fresh start under manager Luis García. They endured a grueling 2025–26 campaign where they finished a disappointing 13th place, narrowing escaping relegation by a single point. Their pre-season form remained erratic, concluding with a 2-1 defeat to Bayer Leverkusen. Versatile attacker Alfon is ruled out with an injury, while defender Marcão remains a late fitness doubt. New signing Robbie Ure is available to make his debut following his transfer from Sirius. Key departures over the summer include Djibril Sow, Akor Adams, and Nemanja Gudelj.
Sevilla probable team (4-2-3-1): Vlachodimos – Iglesias, Salas, Suazo, Oso – Guridi, Agoumé – Vargas, Peque, Ejuke – Romero
Rayo Vallecano:
Rayo Vallecano overachieved last season by finishing 8th and reaching the UEFA Conference League final, where they fell to Crystal Palace. However, the summer has brought turbulence: miracle-working manager Iñigo Pérez left for Villarreal, and new boss Beñat San José is tasked with steadying a heavily altered squad after a difficult pre-season that included a 3-0 loss to Ipswich Town. The visitors must completely reshuffle their backline following the departures of Nobel Mendy and Pep Chavarría. Former Atlético Madrid center-back Luiz Felipe is out injured.
Rayo Vallecano probable team (4-2-3-1): Batalla – Rațiu, Kumbulla, Lejeune, Balliu – Ciss, Valentín – De Frutos, Palazón, Álvaro García – Camello
Sevilla vs Rayo Vallecano head to head matches
08.03.2026 Sevilla 1 : 1 Rayo Vallecano
28.09.2025 Rayo Vallecano 0 : 1 Sevilla
01.03.2025 Rayo Vallecano 1 : 1 Sevilla
24.11.2024 Sevilla 1 : 0 Rayo Vallecano
05.02.2024 Rayo Vallecano 1 : 2 Sevilla
* Our advice is: UNDER 2.5 GOALS
* Selection odd for this bet is: 1.65
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