Osasuna, a team that finished seventh in La Liga and reached the Copa del Rey finals, has been a disappointment this season, despite expectations to build on their previous success. They are currently 14th in the league, closer to the relegation zone than the European spots. The team has an easier schedule in Rayo Vallecano, Almeria, and Mallorca, and it is crucial they collect points to avoid dropping close to the danger zone.

Rayo Vallecano, a team that finished 12th in La Liga in both seasons, was largely attributed to coach Andoni Iraola. However, after Iraola left for Bournemouth, Los Franjirrojos faced concerns. Despite this, they are currently playing a good season, ranked 10th with 20 points, four more than their opponent. If they address offensive issues, they are expected to achieve another easy mid-table finish.

Alejandro Catena, a central defender, has been suspended for one game and should return to the starting lineup. Left full-back Johan Mojica is expected to be sidelined for at least three months due to a serious knee injury. Juan Cruz is the only left-side option. Ruben Pena will miss his third consecutive game due to a muscle injury, while Kike Baraja is also questionable.

Alfonso Espino, a left full-back, will likely return to the starting lineup after serving a one-game suspension in the previous game against Celta. This will ensure Rayo Vallecano has no injuries or suspensions for the upcoming game. Coach Francisco Rodríguez expressed frustration with the team’s lack of goals this season and emphasized the players’ ability to change the dynamic, despite the 18 goal attempts in the game.

Predicted lineups:

Osasuna

Goalkeeper: Sergio Herrera
Defenders: Jesus Areso, Alejandro Catena, David Garcia, Juan Cruz
Midfielders: Moi Gomez, Lucas Torro, Aimar Oroz
Forwards: Cimy Avila, Ante Budimir, Ruben Garcia

Rayo Vallecano

Goalkeeper: Stole Dimitrievski
Defenders: Ivan Balliu, Abdul Mumin, Florian Lejeune, Alfonso Espino
Midfielders: Unai Lopez, Oscar Trejo, Oscar Valentin
Forwards: Isi Palazon, Raul de Tomas, Alvaro Garcia

Osasuna VS Rayo Vallecano (Last 6 matches)

• Osasuna – 4 wins
• Rayo Vallecano – 1 win
• Draws – 1

Over all competition record

Spain – La Liga Stats

Rayo Vallecano may score a goal against Osasuna, but chances are low to prevent defeat. Expect a 2-1 Osasuna win.

Winning probability: Osasuna – 46% , Draw – 29% , Rayo Vallecano – 25%

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