Alaves are coming into this match in good shape, having won three of their last five games. Their most recent result was an away win, which should give them confidence. Rayo Vallecano have also been solid, with two wins and two draws in their last five matches, meaning they have been very hard to beat lately.

When these two teams meet, goals haven't been very common. The last several head-to-head matches have all been very tight, with most games ending 1-0 or 2-0. Only their most recent clash had more than two goals. Because both teams are in decent form and their recent meetings have been close, low-scoring affairs, this looks like a very even contest. A draw seems the most likely result here.