Rayo Vallecano vs. Alaves

Match Preview and Betting Analysis

Rayo Vallecano will be looking to continue their impressive start to the season when they host Alaves at the Estadio de Vallecas on Saturday. The home side have won three of their four La Liga matches so far, while Alaves have lost three and drawn one of their opening four fixtures.

Rayo Vallecano

Rayo Vallecano suffered a disappointing 1-0 defeat to Real Madrid in their last match, but they still sit in a very creditable sixth place in the table after their strong start to the campaign. Andoni Iraola's side have been in good form at home, winning two of their three matches at the Estadio de Vallecas so far this season.

Rayo Vallecano have a number of injury concerns ahead of the match against Alaves. Striker Raul de Tomas is out with a knee injury, while midfielder Oscar Trejo is also doubtful with a muscle problem.

Alaves

Alaves are bottom of the table, after failing to win any of their opening four matches. Javier Calleja's side have lost three times and drawn once so far and they will be desperate to get their first win of the season on Saturday.

Alaves have a number of injury concerns ahead of the match against Rayo Vallecano. Defender Florian Lejeune is out with a hamstring injury, while midfielder Manu Garcia is also doubtful with a knee problem.

Prediction

Rayo Vallecano are the clear favourites to win this match. They are in good form and have a strong record at home. Alaves, on the other hand, are struggling at the moment and have a number of injury concerns.

I predict that Rayo Vallecano will win the match 2-0.