Atletico Madrid vs Rayo Vallecano Preview & Prediction

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THE FACTS

When is Atletico Madrid vs Rayo Vallecano taking place? Atletico Madrid vs Rayo Vallecano will take place on Sunday 2nd January, 2022 at 15:15 (UK)

Where is Atletico Madrid vs Rayo Vallecano taking place? Atletico Madrid vs Rayo Vallecano will take place at Estadio Wanda Metropolitano in Madrid

Where can I get tickets for Atletico Madrid vs Rayo Vallecano? Ticket information for Atletico Madrid vs Rayo Vallecano can be found on each club’s official website

What TV channel is Atletico Madrid vs Rayo Vallecano on in the UK? Atletico Madrid vs Rayo Vallecano will be televised live on LaLigaTV (Sky channel 435, Virgin channel 554) for those with a Premier Sports subscription, while Sky and Virgin customers can also sign up to the channel

Where can I stream Atletico Madrid vs Rayo Vallecano in the UK? Atletico Madrid vs Rayo Vallecano can be streamed live on Premier Player

THE PREDICTION

These two clubs share an affiliation that dates nearly 90 years since Rayo Vallecano’s formation. Diego Simeone’s Atletico Madrid have struggled this season as El Cholo’s aggressive and defensive style of play does not necessarily fit well with the plethora of attacking options as his disposal. They now come up against a Rayo side that have been exceptional this season but heavily reliant on their home form. The visitors are also struggling with several COVID-19 positive cases so Atleti should win this one.