Celta Vigo vs Elche prediction 03.05.2026 | La Liga

Celta Vigo had an amazing season until late March when they collapsed, losing six of seven games. During that period, they were eliminated from the Europa League Quarter-Finals by Freiburg, and massively complicated their situation in La Liga. After 33 rounds, the Sky Blues are in 7th place with 44 points. At the moment, they are on level with points with 6th-placed Getefe. Even though they are super close to European spots, their form is really worrisome, and the remaining schedule is pretty challenging. So, securing 6th place won't be an easy task.

Center back Marcos Alonso received his fifth yellow card in the previous game and will serve his one-game suspension. Meanwhile, Miguel Roman, Carl Starfelt, Williot Swedberg, and Matias Vecino should remain sidelined with their injuries.

Elche are one of the teams that have constantly moved between La Liga 2 and La Liga for over a decade. Last season, they earned promotion and are only looking to survive this year. Throughout the season, they had ups and downs, but they really stepped up recently, when it mattered most. The team from Alicante managed to win four of the past five games and moved to 14th place. At the moment, they have 38 points from 33 rounds and are still only four points away from the danger zone. 

Winger German Valera received a straight red card in the previous game against Real Oviedo and will serve his suspension. The 24-year-old has been really important for Elche's offense, and it will surely be an important absence. Meanwhile, Yago Santiago and Adam Boayar should remain sidelined with their injuries, but they aren't as important as Valera.