Rayo Vallecano vs. Valencia

An evenly matched battle in the Spanish La Liga between two teams tied with 20 points in the standings. 10th-ranked Valencia is getting outscored 22-18 in 17 matches. They're on a 0-2-2 winless run getting ties versus 18th-ranked Celta Vigo (0-0) and Barcelona (1-1). They've tied four of their last 10 league road games. 11th-ranked Rayo Vallecano is getting outscored 23-16 through 17 matches and their eight DRAWS is tied for the third most. They have home field for this one but are on a 0-1-5 winless run at home getting ties against Villarreal (1-1), Mallorca (2-2), Real Sociedad (2-2), Celta Vigo (0-0), and Barcelona (1-1). Three of the last four meetings between these rivals have ended in 1-1 DRAWS, including the only other meeting played in 2023. Take Rayo Vallecano/Valencia to DRAW.