Rayo Vallecano vs Barcelona: Match Preview and Score Prediction

Match Overview

Barcelona will look to maintain their perfect start to the 2024-25 La Liga season when they visit Rayo Vallecano on Tuesday. The Catalan giants have won their opening two matches, while Rayo Vallecano have picked up four points from their first three games.

Rayo Vallecano's Tactical Dilemma

Rayo Vallecano manager Andoni Iraola has a tactical decision to make ahead of the Barcelona clash. He could revert to the 4-4-2 formation that he used in the win over Real Sociedad, or he could keep the 4-2-3-1 shape that he employed against Getafe.

Team News

Rayo Vallecano are without injured defender Mario Hernandez, while Barcelona are sweating on the fitness of Ousmane Dembele.

Predicted Lineups

Rayo Vallecano (4-4-2): Dimitrievski; Balliu, Lejeune, Catena, Fran Garcia; Palazon, Comesana, Trejo, Isi; Garcia, Falcao Barcelona (4-3-3): Ter Stegen; Bellerin, Araujo, Christensen, Alba; Busquets, De Jong, Pedri; Raphinha, Lewandowski, Gavi

Score Prediction

Barcelona are the clear favorites to win this match. They have a superior squad and are in better form than Rayo Vallecano. However, the home side will be buoyed by their recent win over Real Sociedad and will be confident of causing an upset.

Prediction: Rayo Vallecano 1-3 Barcelona