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As Rayo Vallecano prepares to host AEK Athens in the UEFA Europa Conference League on April 9, 2026, both teams enter the match with contrasting recent forms. Rayo Vallecano has struggled, securing only one victory in their last five matches. Their recent performances suggest challenges in converting chances and maintaining defensive solidity, crucial elements for competing at this level.
In contrast, AEK Athens has found a rhythm, winning three of their last five encounters. Their tactical approach emphasizes quick transitions and solid ball retention, which may exploit Rayo’s defensive vulnerabilities. With odds favoring a home win at 2.04, the bookmakers recognize the potential of Vallecano’s home advantage, yet such statistics must be tempered with caution given their recent struggles.
Model predictions suggest a slight edge for Rayo Vallecano, with a 47.3% probability of a home win, while AEK Athens has a more competitive 25.2% chance of securing an away victory. This matchup promises to be tightly contested, as tactical execution and a keen eye for opportunities will be crucial for both sides. With no guaranteed outcomes, expect an intriguing clash in this pivotal group stage fixture.
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| Rayo Vallecano 45.8% |
Draw 28.2% |
AEK 25.9% |
Prediction (the most likely score): 1:1
Outrights of UEFA Europa Conference League Rayo Vallecano: 11.97%
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Betting Odds
| 1 | X | 2 | ||
|---|---|---|---|---|
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2.09 | 3.36 | 3.76 | |
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2.05 | 3.45 | 3.7 | |
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2.13 | 3.41 | 3.72 | |
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2.05 | 3.1 | 3.5 | |
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2.05 | 3.43 | 3.67 |
Latest Results
| 22.03.26 FC Barcelona – Rayo Vallecano – 1:0 19.03.26 Rayo Vallecano – Samsunspor – 0:1 16.03.26 Rayo Vallecano – Levante UD – 1:1 12.03.26 Samsunspor – Rayo Vallecano – 1:3 08.03.26 Sevilla FC – Rayo Vallecano – 1:1 |
22.03.26 AEK Athens – AE Kifisia FC – 3:0 19.03.26 AEK Athens – NK Celje – 0:2 15.03.26 Atromitos Athens – AEK Athens – 2:2 12.03.26 NK Celje – AEK Athens – 0:4 07.03.26 AEK Athens – AEL Larissa – 1:0 |
Facts
Standings
Draw
Play Offs
1/16-finals
| 1 | KuPS (21) | Lech Poznan (11) | 0 : 1, 0 : 2 |
| 2 | Shakhtar Donetsk (6) | Bye | |
| 3 | Noah (19) | AZ Alkmaar (14) | 0 : 4, 1 : 0 |
| 4 | Sparta Prague (4) | Bye | |
| 5 | Zrinjski (23) | Crystal Palace (10) | 0 : 2, 1 : 1 |
| 6 | AEK Larnaca (8) | Bye | |
| 7 | Jagiellonia (17) | Fiorentina (15) | 4 : 2, 0 : 3 |
| 8 | Rakow (2) | Bye | |
| 9 | Shkendija (22) | Samsunspor (12) | 0 : 4, 0 : 1 |
| 10 | Rayo Vallecano (5) | Bye | |
| 11 | Drita (20) | Celje (13) | 2 : 3, 2 : 3 |
| 12 | AEK Athens (3) | Bye | |
| 13 | Sigma Olomouc (24) | Lausanne (9) | 2 : 1, 1 : 1 |
| 14 | Mainz (7) | Bye | |
| 15 | Omonia (18) | Rijeka (16) | 1 : 3, 0 : 1 |
| 16 | Strasbourg (1) | Bye |
1/8-finals
| 1 | Lech Poznan (11) | Shakhtar Donetsk (6) | 2 : 1, 1 : 3 |
| 2 | AZ Alkmaar (14) | Sparta Prague (4) | 4 : 0, 2 : 1 |
| 3 | Crystal Palace (10) | AEK Larnaca (8) | 2 : 1, 0 : 0 |
| 4 | Fiorentina (15) | Rakow (2) | 2 : 1, 2 : 1 |
| 5 | Samsunspor (12) | Rayo Vallecano (5) | 1 : 0, 1 : 3 |
| 6 | Celje (13) | AEK Athens (3) | 2 : 0, 0 : 4 |
| 7 | Sigma Olomouc (24) | Mainz (7) | 0 : 2, 0 : 0 |
| 8 | Rijeka (16) | Strasbourg (1) | 1 : 1, 1 : 2 |
Quarter-finals
| 1 | Shakhtar Donetsk (6) | AZ Alkmaar (14) | |
| 2 | Crystal Palace (10) | Fiorentina (15) | |
| 3 | Rayo Vallecano (5) | AEK Athens (3) | |
| 4 | Mainz (7) | Strasbourg (1) |
Semi-finals
| 1 | TBD #1 | TBD #2 | |
| 2 | TBD #3 | TBD #4 |
Final
| 1 | TBD #1 | TBD #2 |
UEFA Europa Conference League Outrights
1. Crystal Palace: 3.38 (24.82%)
2. Strasbourg: 4.75 (17.64%)
3. Fiorentina: 6.75 (12.41%)
4. Rayo Vallecano: 7 (11.97%)
5. Mainz: 9.5 (8.82%)
6. Shakhtar: 10 (8.38%)
7. AEK: 10.5 (7.98%)
8. AZ Alkmaar: 10.5 (7.98%)
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