Valladolid vs Espanyol Match Prediction

TABLE WITH ODDS OF POPULAR BOOKMAKERS

Bookmakers	1	X	2	Under 2.5	Over 2.5
	2.32	3.05	3	1.58	2.16	Bonus	100%
	2.456	3.37	3.21	1.708	2.327	Bonus	400$
	2.37	3.24	3.096	1.648	2.245	Bonus	90€
	2.39	3.15	3.2	1.61	2.27	Bonus	+500%
	2.37	3.24	3.096	1.648	2.245	Bonus	300€

The first round of La Liga season 24/25 will present us with the confrontation of two clubs that have recently escaped the mire of Segunda and are ready to prove their right to a place in the elite of Spanish football. At the Jose Sorrilla stadium in Valladolid, the local team and Catalan Espanyol will meet – rivals who are familiar to each other from numerous face-to-face battles in various divisions.

Odds for the match Valladolid vs Espanyol

The home team is a slight favourite for this clash. The odds on Valladolid’s victory range from 2.32 to 2.456. The White and Purple have a slightly better chance of success than their opponents, but their advantage does not look significant.

At the same time, Espanyol’s triumph is estimated at odds of 3 to 3.21. The Catalan club is quite capable of springing a surprise and taking three points away from Valladolid.

A draw is quoted at odds around 3.05-3.37. The chance of a draw in this match is also quite high and should not be discounted.

Valladolid vs Espanyol Match Prediction

The match promises to be very persistent and competitive. Bookmakers rate Valladolid’s chances a bit higher, taking into account the home field factor. The hosts will try to take advantage of the support of their fans and start the season in the elite division with a victory. “White and purple” are in good shape, as evidenced by 6 wins and 3 draws in the last 10 matches in Segunda.

However, Espanyol are unlikely to be easy prey. The Catalans were brilliant at the end of last season, making their way into La Liga through the play-offs. “The Parrots will be determined to prove that their return to the elite is no fluke. In addition, the statistics of the last face-to-face meetings with Valladolid also speak in Espanyol’s favour, with the Catalans winning 4 games and drawing three.

Given that both teams traditionally operate from defence and rely on counterattacks, it is logical to assume that the match will not be rich in goals. This is also supported by the bookmaker quotes, which estimate the probability of a “low” outcome (TM 2.5) at odds of about 1.60.

Recent official meetings

Valladolid

“Valladolid” successfully spent the end of the season 23/24 in La Liga 2, with six wins and three draws in the last ten matches. These results allowed the club to finish second in the standings and return to the elite division of Spanish football.

Especially impressive was the series of five consecutive victories over Mirandes (0:1), Huesca (1:0), Amorebieta (0:3), Eldense (1:0) and Cartagena (0:2). In these matches, Valladolid showed balanced football, combining solid defensive play with sharp counterattacks.

The draws with Alcorcon (1:1), Espanyol (0:0) and Levante (0:0) can also be credited to the team, as the points were obtained against tough opponents.

Valladolid’s only defeat at the end of the season came away to Tenerife (2-1).

In general, Valladolid approaches the start of the new season in the elite division in a good mood and with serious ambitions. Of course, the fight for survival will be the main task for the club, but if the game pattern and proper motivation are maintained, the “white and purple” are quite capable of securing a foothold in La Liga.

Espanyol

“Espanyol ended the 23/24 season in La Liga 2 with a powerful spurt and won the right to return to the elite division. In the last ten matches, the Catalan club won five, drew four, and lost only once.

The play-offs to qualify for La Liga were decisive for Espanyol, where the team showed character and skill. In the semi-finals, the Parrots defeated Sporting Gijon (0-1 away and 0-0 at home), and in the final, they broke the resistance of Real Oviedo (1-0 away loss, but won 2-0 at home). These successes were the logical outcome of the quality work done by the club during the season.

At the end of the regular season, Espanyol also showed good results. A big win over Cartagena (3-0), successes against Real Oviedo (2-1) and Amorebieta (0-0), as well as draws against Valladolid (0-0), Sporting (0-0) and Elche (2-2) allowed the team to finish in fourth place and enter the play-offs.

Espanyol’s only defeat in this stretch came in the first leg of the play-offs against Real Oviedo (1-0).

History of head-to-head confrontations

“Valladolid” and “Espanyol” – two clubs that are familiar with each other from numerous battles in various divisions of Spanish football. The rivals have played a total of 105 matches between them, with a slight advantage on the side of the “parrots.” Catalans have won 42 victories, “white and purple” celebrated success in 33 meetings, and 30 games ended in a draw.

In the last 10 head-to-head matches, Espanyol have won more often than not. “Parrots” won 4 matches, “Valladolid” responded with only three victories, and the remaining 3 meetings between the teams ended in peace. It is noteworthy that during these 10 games, only once the rivals had a nil-nil draw – in the other matches, at least one of the teams scored a goal.

Interestingly, the biggest victory of Espanyol over Valladolid in recent times was recorded not within La Liga, but in the Spanish Cup. On 16 December, 2023, the Catalans defeated the “white-purple” away with a score of 3:1 and passed to the next round of the tournament.

As for the performance, there is also a slight advantage on the side of Espanyol. On average, the “parrots” score 1.35 goals per game against Valladolid, while the “white and purple” respond with 1.10 goals per match. In total, in 105 face-to-face meetings, the Catalans have distinguished themselves 142 times, while the Castilians have upset their opponents with 115 goals.

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