Valencia vs Elche predictions for this Liga Santander clash on Saturday at Mestalla Stadium. Valencia, who are slowly but surely getting closer to European places, host Elche, who need the three points to move away from the relegation places. Read on for our free predictions and betting tips.
Valencia
After a good win in their last match against Celta Vigo at the Balaídos stadium by a score of 1-2, Valencia are now five points away from the Europa League places. This is the second consecutive season in which the Valencian team is not in the Champions League or Europa League.
Valencia have three wins, four draws and one defeat in eight home games. They have 14 goals scored and nine conceded, seven of which were conceded in their last five games at the Mestalla stadium.
Valencia have won four of their last five meetings with Elche, having won all three games played at Mestalla between the two sides.
Elche
After winning the previous matchday against Cadiz, who are a direct rival in the fight against relegation, Elche are breathing a sigh of relief for the three points gained, but they cannot relax, as the season is very long and many teams in the lower zone will improve at some point.
Elche have one win, two draws and five defeats as away team, making them the fourth worst away team so far. Their last win away from Elche was against Getafe, in a match played on September 19th, a long time ago.
Having one of the most humble teams in the category, it will be very difficult for Elche to achieve what they did last season; avoid relegation on the last matchday.
There is a big difference in level between the two squads, Valencia’s is far superior. Elche are the fourth worst away team in the competition, which is to be expected, as it is going to be a very long and difficult season for them. For this game we see Valencia as favourites, as they are in a good run of form and they are playing at home.