Rayo Vallecano are set to play Villarreal at the Campo de Fútbol de Vallecas on Sunday in La Liga.
Rayo Vallecano come into this game on the back of a 2-1 win over Carlo Ancelotti's Real Madrid in the league. Goals from French striker Karim Benzema and Brazilian attacker Rodrygo secured the win for Real Madrid. Striker Raul de Tomas scored the goal for Rayo Vallecano.
Villarreal, on the other hand, beat Cadiz 2-0 in the league. A brace from Senegal international Nicolas Jackson secured the win for Quique Setien's Villarreal.
Rayo Vallecano are currently 12th in the league and have lost four of their last five league games. Winger Isi Palazon has impressed with his performances this season; the 28-year-old has been linked with the Unai Emery-managed Aston Villa as a result.
Villarreal, on the other hand, are fifth in the league and have won four of their last five league games. They are five points behind fourth-placed Real Sociedad, and despite losing Emery to Aston Villa midway through the season, they have managed to perform at a high level under the management of former Barcelona boss Quique Setien.
Senegal international Nicolas Jackson has emerged as a star this season. The 21-year-old has been touted for some time as an exciting young talent, and the attacker is expected to leave the club this summer. Aston Villa and Tottenham Hotspur have been linked with Jackson, who was reportedly close to joining Bournemouth in January.
Villarreal should be able to beat Rayo Vallecano and extend their good run of form. A victory for Quique Setien's side seems likely.
Prediction: Rayo Vallecano 0-2 Villarreal
Tip 1: Result - Villarreal
Tip 2: Game to have over/under 2.5 goals - Under 2.5 goals
Tip 3: Villarreal to keep a clean sheet - Yes
