La Liga· Kick-off : Saturday, August 22, 2026, 18:30 (UK time)
Valencia vs Celta Vigo: 0-0 result and AI prediction review
Review: prediction vs result
Final score: Valencia 0-0 Celta Vigo. The outcome was missed: the model favoured victory for Valencia (50%), while a draw was rated at only 25%. The final score ranked 6th among the most likely scorelines (7.1%), behind 1-1. On goals, the model expected both teams to score (52%): missed; it pointed to under 2.5 goals (49%): correct.
Match analysis
Valencia and Celta Vigo met on Saturday, August 22, 2026, a La Liga, matchday 2 fixture. Venue: Estadio de Mestalla, Valencia. Before kick-off, our model gave Valencia a 50% chance of winning, the draw 25% and Celta Vigo 25%. On the correct score, 1-1 comes out on top (11.9%), followed by 1-0 (11.3%) and 2-1 (9.5%).
Valencia have won just one of their last 5 matches (1 draw, 3 defeats), scoring 5 and conceding 7. Celta Vigo are unbeaten in their last 5 matches (2 wins, 3 draws), scoring 10 and conceding 6. Celta Vigo therefore arrive in far better shape than Valencia. On average Valencia score 1.00 and concede 1.40 goals per game; Celta Vigo score 2.00 and concede 1.20.
In the last 2 meetings between the two sides, the record reads 0 wins for Valencia, 2 for Celta Vigo and 0 draws. The most recent ended Valencia 2-3 Celta Vigo (Apr 5, 2026). Valencia out or doubtful: S. Canos, J. Copete, D. Lopez, A. Mari and D. Foulquier. Celta Vigo: M. Vecino. In double chance terms, "Valencia or draw" stands at 75%, "Celta Vigo or draw" at 50% and "no draw" at 75%.
Outcome probabilities (1X2)
Double chance
Most likely correct scores
Scores shown as Valencia – Celta Vigo. 1-1 is the single most likely scoreline (11.9%); the 5 scores below add up to 49% of all outcomes, which is why an exact score remains hard to call.
| Score | Probability |
|---|---|
| Valencia 1-1 Celta Vigo | 11.9% |
| Valencia 1-0 Celta Vigo | 11.3% |
| Valencia 2-1 Celta Vigo | 9.5% |
| Valencia 2-0 Celta Vigo | 9.0% |
| Valencia 0-1 Celta Vigo | 7.5% |
Goals: both teams to score, over/under
With 1.59 expected goals for Valencia and 1.05 for Celta Vigo, "over 2.5 goals" is rated at 49% and "both teams to score" at 52%. Valencia keep a clean sheet in 35% of scenarios, Celta Vigo in 20%.
| Probability | |
|---|---|
| Valencia expected goals | 1.59 |
| Celta Vigo expected goals | 1.05 |
| Both teams to score | 52% |
| Over 1.5 goals | 74% |
| Over 2.5 goals | 49% |
| Over 3.5 goals | 27% |
| Valencia clean sheet | 35% |
| Celta Vigo clean sheet | 20% |
Recent form
Latest matches played before this game in the competitions Elofoot covers.
Valencia
| Date | Opponent | Score | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Aug 12, 2026 | Teruel · Club Friendlies | 0-1 | L |
| Aug 8, 2026 | Newcastle · Club Friendlies | 1-2 | L |
| Aug 1, 2026 | Stoke City · Club Friendlies | 1-1 | D |
| Jul 28, 2026 | Derby · Club Friendlies | 2-1 | W |
| Jul 25, 2026 | Castellón · Club Friendlies | 1-2 | L |
Celta Vigo
| Date | Opponent | Score | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Aug 8, 2026 | Napoli · Club Friendlies | 1-1 | D |
| Aug 5, 2026 | Sassuolo · Club Friendlies | 4-1 | W |
| Jul 29, 2026 | Academico Viseu · Club Friendlies | 2-2 | D |
| Jul 25, 2026 | Sporting Gijon · Club Friendlies | 1-0 | W |
| Jul 18, 2026 | SC Braga · Club Friendlies | 2-2 | D |
Standings before the match
| Pos. | Points | Played | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Valencia | 14 | 0 | 0 |
| Celta Vigo | 16 | 0 | 0 |
Head-to-head
| Date | Score | Competition |
|---|---|---|
| Apr 5, 2026 | Valencia 2-3 Celta Vigo | La Liga |
| Jan 3, 2026 | Celta Vigo 4-1 Valencia | La Liga |
Out and doubtful
Valencia
- S. Canos (out)
- J. Copete (out)
- D. Lopez (out)
- A. Mari (out)
- D. Foulquier (out)
Celta Vigo
- M. Vecino (out)
Other matches in this competition
- Atletico Madrid 2-0 MalagaAug 19, 2026
- Rayo Vallecano 1-1 AlavesAug 20, 2026
- Real Betis 1-0 Real SociedadAug 21, 2026
- Athletic Club 1-3 SevillaAug 22, 2026
- Espanyol 1-2 Real MadridAug 22, 2026
- Atletico Madrid 2-2 VillarrealAug 23, 2026
- Getafe 1-0 Racing SantanderAug 23, 2026
- Elche 0-5 BarcelonaAug 23, 2026
- Osasuna 0-0 LevanteAug 24, 2026
- Malaga 1-1 Deportivo La CorunaAug 24, 2026
Frequently asked questions
What is the Valencia vs Celta Vigo prediction?
Before the match, our AI gave Valencia a 50% chance of winning, the draw 25% and Celta Vigo 25%. Valencia are therefore favourites. Final score: 0-0.
What is the most likely correct score for Valencia vs Celta Vigo?
1-1 (11.9%), followed by 1-0 (11.3%), 2-1 (9.5%), 2-0 (9.0%) and 0-1 (7.5%).
Will both teams score in Valencia vs Celta Vigo?
The probability that both Valencia and Celta Vigo score is 52%. Valencia have a 35% chance of keeping a clean sheet, Celta Vigo 20%.
How many goals should we expect in Valencia vs Celta Vigo?
The model expects 2.64 goals (1.59 for Valencia, 1.05 for Celta Vigo). Probabilities: over 1.5 goals 74%, over 2.5 goals 49%, over 3.5 goals 27%.
When and where is Valencia vs Celta Vigo played?
Saturday, August 22, 2026 at 18:30 (UK time), La Liga, matchday 2. Venue: Estadio de Mestalla, Valencia.
What form are Valencia and Celta Vigo in?
Valencia: 1 win, 1 draw and 3 defeats in their last 5 matches (5 scored, 7 conceded). Celta Vigo: 2 wins, 3 draws and 0 defeats in their last 5 matches (10 scored, 6 conceded).
What is the head-to-head record between Valencia and Celta Vigo?
In the last 2 meetings between the two sides, the record reads 0 wins for Valencia, 2 for Celta Vigo and 0 draws. The most recent ended Valencia 2-3 Celta Vigo (Apr 5, 2026).
What was the Valencia vs Celta Vigo result, and was the prediction right?
Final score: Valencia 0-0 Celta Vigo. The outcome was missed: the model favoured victory for Valencia (50%), while a draw was rated at only 25%. The final score ranked 6th among the most likely scorelines (7.1%), behind 1-1. On goals, the model expected both teams to score (52%): missed; it pointed to under 2.5 goals (49%): correct.
How is the Valencia vs Celta Vigo prediction calculated?
The model estimates each team's expected goals (1.59 for Valencia, 1.05 for Celta Vigo) from recent form, xG and standings, then applies a Poisson distribution: every possible score gets a probability, from which the 1X2, correct score, both teams to score and total goals are derived. Every figure is calculated, none is made up.
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