Girona vs Rayo Vallecano Prediction & Betting Tips (25 September)

This Girona team suffered the consequences of too much movement during the off-season with major departures of elements which led the club to achieve its best campaign in its history, notably qualifying for the Champions League. It is almost in reconstruction in the end that the Blanquivermells are obliged to take part in the Champions League, the first match of the league phase of which was lost at the Parc des Princes against PSG 1-0 and a confirmation in Liga which is currently not taking place 12th. Last weekend, the Montilivi residents lost a second consecutive championship match on the Valencia pitch 2-0, following Barcelona at home 1-4. The Catalans are even on a series of three successive defeats in all competitions including the Champions League.

 Opposite, no Champions League on the program but a crazy ambition for attraction and the first half of the table this year for Rayo Vallecano, who still achieved the big deal James Rodriguez this summer. Installed in the first half of the table 9th, the residents of the Madrid suburbs remain in two championship matches without defeat including a great victory at home against the little reds of Osasuna 3-1 and a sharing of points last weekend in the mini-derby against Atlético Madrid 1-1. For the record, last season, Rayo Vallecano conceded seven at home against Atlético, losing 0-7.

Usually absent for physical reasons, Jastin and Artero will be missing this evening along with the important winger Portu (muscle contusion). These are the main absences to mention for the Blanquivermells who will be able to count on the offensive players Bryan Gil (Tottenham, loan), Danjuma (2 goals with Villarreal at the start of the season) and the captain of the Roja hopeful selection, Abdel Ruiz (ex -Braga). We don't forget to mention the Ukrainian international Tsygankov (1 goal, 1 assist in La Liga this season) and the rookie Donny van de Beek. On the Rayo side, starting players like Alvaro Garcia and Espino are injured and will miss this trip to Montilivi.

Same case for the long-term injured Diego Mendez (only 2 matches over the previous two seasons) and the recruit on loan from Granada, Gerard Gumbau (injured). Scorer against Atlético Madrid, Isi Palazon unlocked his La Liga goal counter after six days. Camello (3 goals last season) and obviously, Colombian rookie James Rodriguez will probably be on the scoresheet or even starting.