Rayo Vallecano vs Drita prediction 18.12.2025 | UEFA Conference League

Rayo Vallecano enter this match in solid Conference League form, having accumulated 10 points from their first five group-stage matches and already secured a top-24 finish. They still have the opportunity to avoid the Round of 32 if they manage to preserve a place inside the top eight, which would guarantee automatic qualification for the knockout phase. Rayo have won both of their home fixtures in the competition, conceding just once in each.

Íñigo Pérez’s side are somewhat reliant on their home form, although that should not be an issue on Thursday, as the match will be played at the Estadio de Vallecas. Rayo have lost only 14% of their total home matches across all competitions this season, underlining their strength on familiar ground.

Midfielders Álvaro García and Fran Pérez have been the most effective attacking players for Rayo in the Conference League so far, with both finding the net twice. Other than that, no major injuries or suspensions have been reported ahead of Thursday’s clash.

FC Drita’s continental campaign has been characterised by mixed results, including away draws against KuPS and Omonoia, as well as a positive home victory over Shkëndija. However, their most recent outing ended in a heavy 0-3 defeat to AZ Alkmaar, highlighting defensive vulnerabilities when facing elite opposition from Europe’s top leagues.

Domestically, Zekirija Ramadani’s side have also struggled for consistency, sitting fifth in the league after 16 matches. Nevertheless, the gap to league leaders Ballkani remains a manageable seven points.

Forward Arb Manaj is the only player in Drita’s squad to have scored more than one goal in the Conference League group stage so far, underlining their limited attacking output at this level.