Rayo Vallecano vs Espanyol: Summary, Lineups, Stats

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15 Sep,19:00
2 - 1
Full Time
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Rayo Vallecano vs Espanyol Match Summary & Live ScoreMatch Summary & Live Score

1st Half2 - 0
3
A. Garcia
scored for Rayo Vallecano
26
A. Pedrosa
scored for Rayo Vallecano
45+2
U. Lopez
was cautioned
2nd Half2 - 1
54
R. Fernandez
scored for Espanyol
63
M. Fernandez
was cautioned
67
G. Tsitaishvili
was cautioned
70
P. Ciss
was cautioned
80
G. Bouare
was cautioned
90+1
Alemao
was cautioned
90+8
O. El Hilali
was sent off

The upcoming meeting between Rayo Vallecano and Espanyol takes place at Vallecas on 15 September 2026. Kickoff is set for as both teams prepare for another important fixture in the Spain La Liga. Attention will turn to overall performance levels and tactical execution.

Rayo Vallecano tend to keep a balanced shape on the pitch.

Espanyol prefer a system that balances attack and defence.

Recent Form

Rayo Vallecano

W L W L D

Espanyol

L W D L L

Rayo Vallecano are in solid form, consistently picking up results in recent matches. They remain reliable and consistent in recent games.

Meanwhile, Espanyol have struggled to find rhythm, producing a patchy run of results. They'll be hoping to stabilize their form in the next fixture.

Recent Form Home/Away

Rayo Vallecano (Home)

W W D

Espanyol (Away)

L W L
Rayo Vallecano's results have been consistent regardless of playing at home or away.

There is little difference in Espanyol's performance across venues.

Defensive Record (Clean Sheet)

Rayo Vallecano

- - - - -

Espanyol

- + - - -

Rayo Vallecano have been vulnerable defensively, rarely managing to keep clean sheets. They will need to tighten things up at the back.

Meanwhile, Espanyol are finding it difficult to shut out their opponents. Defensive frailties could be costly.

Defensive Record (Clean Sheet) Home/Away

Rayo Vallecano (Home)

- - -

Espanyol (Away)

- + -
There is little difference in Rayo Vallecano's clean sheet rate regardless of venue.

Espanyol's defensive record is consistent both home and away.

Goal Trends (Over 2.5)

Rayo Vallecano

+ + + + -

Espanyol

+ - - + +

Rayo Vallecano are involved in some very high-scoring fixtures. Their matches rarely disappoint in terms of excitement.

Meanwhile, Espanyol's fixtures tend to be attack-minded and lively. There is usually a good balance between attack and defence.

Goal Trends (Over 2.5) Home/Away

Rayo Vallecano (Home)

+ + -

Espanyol (Away)

+ - +
Rayo Vallecano's matches show a similar goal pattern both home and away.

There is little change in goal frequency across venues for Espanyol.

Scoring Consistency

Rayo Vallecano

+ + + + +

Espanyol

+ + + + +

Rayo Vallecano show strong attacking consistency, rarely ending matches without a goal. Opponents are under constant pressure when facing their attack.

Similarly, Espanyol have consistently managed to find the net in recent matches. Their forward line looks sharp and confident.

Scoring Consistency Home/Away

Rayo Vallecano (Home)

+ + +

Espanyol (Away)

+ + +
Rayo Vallecano's ability to score has been consistent home and away.

There is little difference in Espanyol's scoring output across venues.

Match Information
Referee: Isidro Diaz de Mera Escuderos
Venue: Vallecas

Rayo Vallecano vs Espanyol Live Match StatsLive Match Stats

1.38
xG
1.62
54
Ball Posession (%)
46
2
Big Chances
1
5
Cautions
1
0
Expulsions
1
16
Shots
19
2
Shots on Goal
5
4
Shots Blocked
7
9
Shots inside Box
12
7
Shots outside Box
7
1
Hit Woodwork
0
10
Fouls
15
3
Corner Kicks
5
3
Saves
0
15
Free Kicks
10
0
Offsides
2
462
Passes Total
370
373
Passes Completed
291
93
Passes in the final 3rd Total
108
57
Passes in the final 3rd Completed
66
21
Touches in the Opposition Box
35
15
Tackles Total
10
9
Tackles Completed
5
32
Clearances
22
8
Crosses Total
22
3
Crosses Completed
7
15
Interceptions
7

Rayo Vallecano vs Espanyol Starting Lineups & FormationsStarting Lineups & Formations

Starting Lineup
25
E. Audero
13
M. Dmitrovic
17
A. Pedrosa
21
R. Hinojo
15
M. Sadick
6
L. Cabrera
24
F. Lejeune
5
C. Riedel
2
A. Ratiu
23
O. El Hilali
6
P. Ciss
20
G. Moscardo
8
U. Lopez
4
U. Gonzalez de Zarate
18
A. Garcia
3
Q. Hartman
4
P. Diaz
26
R. Bauza
14
G. Tsitaishvili
28
J. Hernandez
10
S. Camello
9
R. Fernandez

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