David Flower
Dailysports's expert
Real Avila
Real Valladolid
One of the matches in the upcoming round of the Copa del Rey will take place on Tuesday at the Estadio Adolfo Suárez, where local side Real Ávila will face Valladolid. Here’s a prediction for the number of goals in this match with promising odds.
Match Preview
Competing in the Primera Federación RF, Real Ávila has been performing solidly at their level. After 14 rounds, the team has collected 26 points, securing eight wins, two draws, and four losses, placing them third in the standings. Over the weekend, they hosted Numancia and played to a 0-0 draw.
Overall, the team has suffered only one defeat in their last five matches. Notably, in their previous cup triumph, they pulled off a stunning upset by eliminating Real Oviedo, winning in a penalty shootout (0-0, 3-0 on penalties). This success has given the Ávila side a confidence boost ahead of their clash with a top-flight Spanish opponent.
As for Valladolid, their season in La Liga has been disastrous. In 15 matches, they have managed only two wins, three draws, and ten losses. Their defense has been porous, conceding 32 goals (over two per game). Last weekend, Valladolid hosted Atlético and suffered a crushing 5-0 defeat.
"Pucela" is firmly anchored at the bottom of the league table with just nine points. However, they shone in the Copa del Rey, convincingly defeating Astur 4-1. This result might serve as motivation amid their domestic struggles.
Probable Line-ups
- Real Ávila: de Pablo, Díaz, Dumbia, Pascual, Campush, Tofer, Safray, Moreno, Diallo, Marten, Rivas
- Valladolid: Hein, Sánchez, Torres, Chasco Ruiz, Pérez, Gemert, Tuhami, Martín, Moro, Silla, Amalla
Match Facts and Head-to-Head
- Real Ávila hasn’t conceded in their last four home matches.
- Valladolid has allowed 11 goals and scored just one in their last five matches.
- The teams have never met in an official match.
Prediction
Given Valladolid’s current form, the La Liga side could face significant challenges. Real Ávila is riding a wave of momentum and will be ready to put up a fight. We anticipate a tightly contested battle, where the hosts have a chance for an upset. Our bet for this match is “Under 2.5 goals” with odds of 1.75.
