Girona vs Rayo Vallecano Prediction, Tips & Odds – 17.01.2024

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January 16, 2024

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Girona vs Rayo Vallecano Prediction 17.01.2024. In the Round of 16 of the Copa del Rey, Girona will host Rayo Vallecano. The match is scheduled for Wednesday at 21:30 at the Municipal de Montilivi stadium.

In the previous round, the hosts eliminated Elche, while the guests triumphed over Huesca.

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Girona Team News

Without Real Madrid playing in La Liga, Girona returned to the top of the table with a 0-0 draw against Almeria. Despite expectations, Girona seemed lackluster, and Almeria had as many as 20 shots compared to Girona’s meager five. This was the second time Girona failed to score in the league, following their previous 3-0 home defeat to Real Madrid at the end of September. Coach Michel is now hoping that it was just an isolated incident rather than a sign of future setbacks.

Aleix Garcia will be unavailable due to his dismissal against Almeria, further reducing his team’s chances of victory. Additionally, David Lopez, Joel Roca Casals, Ricard Artero, Toni Villa, and Eric Garcia will miss the game due to injuries. Given these absences, Michel may have to rely on players like Cristhian Stuani, Viktor Tysgankov, and Savio in the attack.

Despite the lack of convincing performances, Girona has the opportunity to bounce back in the cup match against Rayo Vallecano before facing Sevilla in a crucial match on Sunday. This game is expected to be a welcome break from the increasing pressure the players may feel due to the unexpected competition at the top of La Liga.

Rayo Vallecano Team News

Rayo Vallecano has also exceeded expectations in recent seasons, although not to the same extent as their upcoming opponents. Between 2016 and 2021, they spent one season in La Liga, finishing at the bottom of the table in 2018/19. However, since then, they have stabilized under the leadership of coach Andoni Iraola, currently holding the 11th position with an eight-point cushion above the relegation zone.

Despite the loss of former coach Iraola last summer, the new coach, Francisco, has continued to achieve positive results. Rayo started the new year with a 2-0 victory over Getafe. Although they suffered a defeat against Girona in November, Francisco aims to make history by guiding the club to the Copa del Rey final.

Rayo Vallecano will be without Pathe Cisse and Bebe due to international duties, while Oscar Trejo may miss the match due to a muscle injury. Francisco may stick to the same starting lineup that secured a victory against Huesca on January 6, with Oscar Valentin and Isi Palazon, who scored from the bench in that match, possibly getting another opportunity.

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Injuries and suspensions

Girona: Aleix Garcia, David Lopez, Joel Roca Casals, Ricard Artero, Toni Villa, Eric Garcia

Rayo Vallecano: Pathe Cisse, Bebe, Oscar Trejo

Expected Lineups

Girona (4-2-3-1): Carlos; Martinez, Juanpe, Blind, Gutierrez; Martin, Solis; Tsygankov, Portu, Savio; Stuani

Rayo Vallecano (4-4-2): Cardenas; Ratiu, Mumin, Pascual, Espino; De Frutos, Lopez, Mendez, Chavarria; Nteka, De Tomas