Deportivo Alavés vs Rayo Vallecano predictions, May 23, 2026

May 18, 2026 0 Comment By Yuriy Borshchenko

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Alavés

Rayo Vallecano

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As Deportivo Alavés gear up to host Rayo Vallecano on May 23, 2026, fans can expect a competitive clash in LaLiga. Both teams have shown promising form recently, with Deportivo Alavés securing victories in 3 of their last 5 matches, displaying resilience and effective tactics on home turf. Their ability to leverage possession and break through defensive lines has been key, making them a challenging opponent.

On the other side, Rayo Vallecano has also found their stride with 3 wins in their last 5 outings. Their tactical approach often relies on quick transitions and utilizing the flanks, potentially creating opportunities to exploit any defensive lapses from Alavés.

Bookmakers have tilted the odds in favor of the home side at 2.22, with Rayo Vallecano positioned at 3.23. The probability model suggests a 44.5% chance for an Alavés win, while a draw and an away victory stand at 28.8% and 28.3%, respectively.

With both teams in good form and tactical strategies that could tip the balance, this match promises to be closely contested, leaving room for varied outcomes as the final whistle approaches.

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Alavés
42.8%		 Draw
27.7%		 Rayo Vallecano
29.4%

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Betting Odds

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Pinnacle 2.22 3.43 3.23

Latest Results

17.05.26 Real Oviedo – Deportivo Alavés – 0:1
13.05.26 Deportivo Alavés – FC Barcelona – 1:0
09.05.26 Elche CF – Deportivo Alavés – 1:1
02.05.26 Deportivo Alavés – Athletic Bilbao – 2:4
25.04.26 Deportivo Alavés – RCD Mallorca – 2:1		 17.05.26 Rayo Vallecano – Villarreal CF – 2:0
14.05.26 CF Valencia – Rayo Vallecano – 1:1
11.05.26 Rayo Vallecano – Girona FC – 1:1
07.05.26 RC Strasbourg – Rayo Vallecano – 0:1
03.05.26 Getafe CF – Rayo Vallecano – 0:2

Facts

  • This time we’ll see a clash between two mid-table teams (ranked 14 and 8).
  • In the last 5 head-to-head matches, Alavés won 2.
  • Currently, both teams are in excellent shape.
  • Alavés will hold a modest advantage in this match.
  • In the last 10 head-to-head matches, Alavés won 4 matches, drew 0 matches, lost 6 matches, and goals 9:10. (average 0.9:1).
  • Including home matches between the teams, Alavés won 3 matches, drew 0 matches, lost 2 matches, and goals 4:3. (average 0.8:0.6).

    Latest Head To Head

    14.01.26 Deportivo Alavés – Rayo Vallecano – 2:0
    26.10.25 Rayo Vallecano – Deportivo Alavés – 1:0
    29.03.25 Deportivo Alavés – Rayo Vallecano – 0:2
    26.10.24 Rayo Vallecano – Deportivo Alavés – 1:0
    10.03.24 Deportivo Alavés – Rayo Vallecano – 1:0

    Standings

    2025/26

    Pl W D L Diff Pts
    1 Barcelona ✔ 37 31 1 5 94:33 61 94
    2 Real Madrid ✔ 37 26 5 6 73:33 40 83
    3 Villarreal ✔ 37 21 6 10 67:45 22 69
    4 Atl. Madrid ✔ 37 21 6 10 61:39 22 69
    5 Betis ✔ 37 14 15 8 57:47 10 57
    6 Celta Vigo 37 13 12 12 52:48 4 51
    7 Getafe 37 14 6 17 31:38 -7 48
    8 Rayo Vallecano 37 11 14 12 39:43 -4 47
    9 Valencia 37 12 10 15 43:54 -11 46
    10 Real Sociedad ✔ 37 11 12 14 58:60 -2 45
    11 Espanyol 37 12 9 16 42:54 -12 45
    12 Ath Bilbao 37 13 6 18 41:54 -13 45
    13 Sevilla 37 12 7 18 46:59 -13 43
    14 Alaves 37 11 10 16 43:54 -11 43
    15 Levante 37 11 9 17 46:59 -13 42
    16 Osasuna 37 11 9 17 44:49 -5 42
    17 Elche 37 10 12 15 48:56 -8 42
    18 Girona 37 9 13 15 38:54 -16 40
    19 Mallorca 37 10 9 18 44:57 -13 39
    20 Oviedo ✔ 37 6 11 20 26:57 -31 29

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