Rayo Vallecano vs Girona prediction 11.05.2026 | La Liga

Rayo Vallecano are a mid-table team, but even they are not safe from relegation. Inigo Perez's team is six points above the drop zone but also has a chance of sneaking into places that will secure European football next season. Rayo Vallecano are in excellent form recently. They have won four of their last five matches across all competitions, with one draw. In the previous game, Perez's team won 1-0 on the road in the Conference League against Strasbourg. After another brilliant performance, Rayo Vallecano secured the final in that competition and will welcome Girona on Monday with a lot of confidence.

Rayo Vallecano's head coach, Inigo Perez, was delighted after a victory on Thursday in Strasbourg. He said, "I believe it is the best performance since I've had the good fortune to lead Rayo, due to the level of offensive and defensive play, and the high stakes which generally cause players to freeze up."

Inigo Perez has been doing a wonderful job at Rayo Vallecano for more than two seasons, but he is likely to leave Vallecas this summer. He is the primary candidate to replace Marcelino at Villarreal.

Rayo Vallecano have almost a full squad available. Luiz Felipe and Diego Mendez are injured and will not play on Monday night, while Pacha is questionable.

Girona could lose its La Liga status this season. They are only two points above the relegation zone and need their best form in the coming weeks. However, Girona's form isn't particularly encouraging, as Michel's team has lost its last three matches in a row. In the previous game, they lost 1-0 at home against Mallorca. The hosts ended with xG of 1.72, while the visitors had only 1.09, but Girona's inefficiency cost them points that time. 

Girona could lose its head coach, Michel, this summer. According to reports, the Spaniard is the primary candidate to replace Ajax's interim boss, Oscar Garcia. 

Vladyslav Vanat, Donny van de Beek, Marc-Andre ter Stegen, Abel Ruiz, Portu, Juan Carlos, and Bryan Gil are unavailable and will not travel to Vallecas.