Rayo Vallecano de Madrid vs Girona FC, La Liga 2018-19 REGULAR SEASON
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Rayo Vallecano de Madrid vs Girona FC — La Liga at Estadio del Rayo Vallecano.
- Rayo Vallecano de Madrid 1 games · 0 pts (2026/27)
- Girona FC 38 games · 41 pts (2026/27)
Match Details
- Referee Mario Melero
- Referee Santiago Jaime
- Referee Jorge Bueno
- Referee Fernando Tresaco Escabosa
- Referee Samir Amar
Standings
| # | Team | P | Pts |
|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | RCD Mallorca | 38 | 42 |
| 2 | Girona FC | 38 | 41 |
| 3 | Real Oviedo | 38 | 29 |
| 4 | Deportivo Alavés | 1 | 3 |
| 5 | Sevilla FC | 1 | 3 |
| 6 | RC Deportivo La Coruña | 0 | 0 |
| 7 | Málaga CF | 0 | 0 |
| 8 | Real Racing Club de Santander | 0 | 0 |
| 9 | FC Barcelona | 0 | 0 |
| 10 | Real Madrid CF | 0 | 0 |
| 11 | Villarreal CF | 0 | 0 |
| 12 | Club Atlético de Madrid | 0 | 0 |
| 13 | Real Betis Balompié | 0 | 0 |
| 14 | RC Celta de Vigo | 0 | 0 |
| 15 | Valencia CF | 0 | 0 |
| 16 | Real Sociedad de Fútbol | 0 | 0 |
| 17 | RCD Espanyol de Barcelona | 0 | 0 |
| 18 | Athletic Club | 0 | 0 |
| 19 | Elche CF | 0 | 0 |
| 20 | Levante UD | 0 | 0 |
| 21 | CA Osasuna | 0 | 0 |
| 22 | Rayo Vallecano de Madrid | 1 | 0 |
| 23 | Getafe CF | 1 | 0 |
Head-to-Head
Recent Form
| Date | Opponent | H/A | Score | Result |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 01 Mar | Girona FC | H | 0–2 | L |
| 23 Feb | Getafe CF | A | 1–2 | L |
| 16 Feb | Club Atlético de Madrid | H | 0–1 | L |
| 09 Feb | RCD Espanyol de Barcelona | A | 1–2 | L |
| 04 Feb | CD Leganes | H | 1–2 | L |
| 28 Jan | Deportivo Alavés | A | 1–0 | W |
| Date | Opponent | H/A | Score | Result |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 01 Mar | Rayo Vallecano de Madrid | A | 2–0 | W |
| 25 Feb | Real Sociedad de Fútbol | H | 0–0 | D |
| 17 Feb | Real Madrid CF | A | 2–1 | W |
| 09 Feb | SD Huesca | H | 0–2 | L |
| 03 Feb | SD Eibar | A | 0–3 | L |
| 27 Jan | FC Barcelona | H | 0–2 | L |
Season Stats
| Rayo Vallecano de Madrid | Girona FC | |
|---|---|---|
| #22 | Position | #2 |
| 0 | Points | 41 |
| 1 | Played | 38 |
| 0 / 0 / 1 | W / D / L | 9 / 14 / 15 |
| 1 | Scored | 39 |
| 2 | Conceded | 55 |
| -1 | GD | -16 |
| 0.00 | PPG | 1.08 |
| 0% | Win % | 24% |
Key Stats
70%
Both Teams to Score
H2H (10 games)
H2H (10 games)
70%
Over 2.5 Goals
H2H history
H2H history
Rayo Vallecano de Madrid are 22nd (0 pts). Girona FC are 2nd (41 pts).
Goal Timing (This Season)
Rayo Vallecano de Madrid
0-15
1/–
16-30
–/–
31-45
–/–
46-60
–/1
61-75
–/–
76+
–/1
■ Scored ■ Conceded
Events
Match Events
- 0' What a night it is going to be! Rayo Vallecano de Madrid welcome Girona FC for this crunch clash at Estadio del Rayo Vallecano.
- 5' With 0 assists to his name this season, Adri Embarba is clearly more than just a goal scorer for Rayo Vallecano de Madrid.
- 6' It’s a booking for Rayo Vallecano de Madrid player. Mario Suarez gets a Yellow card.
- 11' The referee is likely to let players tackle, as he already missed some meaty challenges during opening seconds. He is still to establish what should not be done by the players and what is acceptable on the pitch. It’s going to be a tough game for Mario Suarez suffering a number of foals already.
- 16' A quiet spell here at Estadio del Rayo Vallecano. Rayo Vallecano de Madrid seem content sitting deep and soaking up pressure.
- 21' Spectators do not have much to choose from both teams. The sides had several scoring chances but they still need a bit more than just a sight of a goal.
- 26' Pedro Porro is a natural and has been asked to do a very specific job for Girona FC tonight.
- 30' Cristhian Stuani doubles the advantage! 0-1 and this game is slipping away from the opposition.
- 35' The energy levels are beginning to show. Michel might look to freshen things up shortly.
- 40' Although teams showed high tempo form the start, they seem to slow down a bit. Both sides really need to catch a fire. Otherwise, we have another goalless match.
- 45' Not even hints on scoring a goal over the last 45 minutes.
- 50' We miss some good tackles and strikes. Is there anyone on the field to put the game back to action?
- 51' The supporters are chanting for Gael Kakuta. He replaces Oscar Trejo on 51 minute.
- 56' We are waiting for someone to take the initiative. Who will be the first to commit to attack?
- 60' That is a Red card for Rayo Vallecano de Madrid. Abdoulaye Ba will be fuming at that decision.
- 64' Controversy at the stadium! Ramalho argues furiously but the Yellow card stands.
- 66' The crowd applauds Mario Suarez as he leaves the pitch. Emiliano Velazquez steps in for Rayo Vallecano de Madrid.
- 71' Rayo Vallecano de Madrid are keeping things exceptionally tight at the back. It will take something special to break them down.
- 74' A tactical swap from Girona FC — Aleix Garcia on, Borja Garcia off on 74 minutes.
- 75' The referee does not hesitate — a Yellow card for Emiliano Velazquez on 75 minutes.
- 77' Raul Garcia has been a danger all night but risks an early exit having now seen a Yellow card on 77.
- 78' Rayo Vallecano de Madrid manager makes another effort to make the tables turned. Franco Di Santo is hanging Adri Embarba on the field on 78 minute.
- 82' Pedro Porro is ready to make an impact after coming on for Ramalho at the 82 minute mark.
- 84' Controversy at the stadium! Alex Granell argues furiously but the Yellow card stands.
- 85' Magnificent from Cristhian Stuani! That is 60 goals in 199 appearances — and it could not have come at a better time.
- 89' Santiago Comesana picks up a Yellow card and will need to be extremely careful for the remainder of this match.
- 89' Another change for Girona FC made on 89 minute. Portu leaves to be changed by Patrick Roberts.
- 90' Pedro Alcala catches the referee's attention in entirely the wrong way. Yellow card on 90.
- With this win, Girona FC is likely to improve its situation in the overall team standings.
Lineups
Rayo Vallecano de Madrid Lineups
Starting XI
- 16
- 17
- 21
- 11
- 27
-
8
Oscar Trejo ↓ Gael Kakuta 51'
- 7
- 9
- 18
- 13
- 15
Bench
-
25
Franco Di Santo ↑ 78'
-
10
Gael Kakuta ↑ 51'
- 1
-
20
Emiliano Velazquez ↑ 66'
- 14
- 22
- 2
Coach
Michel
Girona FC Lineups
Starting XI
- 14
- 7
- 2
- 1
- 5
-
4
Jonas Ramalho ↓ Pedro Porro 82'
- 6
- 8
-
10
Borja Garcia ↓ Aleix Garcia 74'
-
9
Portu ↓ Patrick Roberts 89'
- 12
Bench
- 22
-
17
Patrick Roberts ↑ 89'
- 19
- 20
-
23
Aleix Garcia ↑ 74'
-
24
Pedro Porro ↑ 82'
- 30
Coach
Sacristan
H2H
H2H Top Scorers
| Player | Goals |
|---|---|
| Cristhian Stuani | 3 |
| Isi Palazon | 3 |
| Viktor Tsyhankov | 3 |
| Randy Ntekja | 2 |
| Samuel Saiz | 2 |
| Savio | 2 |
| Portu | 2 |
| Alexandre Alemao | 1 |
Head to Head
Rayo Vallecano de Madrid Form
2019-03-01
Rayo Vallecano de Madrid
0–2
Girona FC
L
2019-02-23
Getafe CF
2–1
Rayo Vallecano de Madrid
L
2019-02-16
Rayo Vallecano de Madrid
0–1
Club Atlético de Madrid
L
2019-02-09
RCD Espanyol de Barcelona
2–1
Rayo Vallecano de Madrid
L
2019-02-04
Rayo Vallecano de Madrid
1–2
CD Leganes
L
2019-01-28
Deportivo Alavés
0–1
Rayo Vallecano de Madrid
W
Predictions
Prediction accuracy
1 / 4
1.25
Rayo Vallecano de Madrid xG
Expected Goals
Dixon-Coles · Bivariate Poisson · Neg. Binomial · Elo
2.03
Girona FC xG
I would bet for:
Over 2.5 goals 63% + Both teams to score 62%
Match Result
✓ CorrectActual: Girona FC win
Both Teams to Score
✗ Wrong
Avg goals/match: 3.28
Actual: No — clean sheet
Over / Under Goals
✗ O/U 2.5| Line | Over | Under | |
|---|---|---|---|
| ± 0.5 | 95% |
|
5% |
| ± 1.5 | 84% |
|
16% |
| ± 2.5 | 63% |
|
37% |
| ± 3.5 | 41% |
|
59% |
| ± 4.5 | 24% |
|
76% |
Double Chance
Rayo Vallecano de Madrid or Draw
50%
Draw or Girona FC
75%
Rayo Vallecano de Madrid or Girona FC
75%
Half-Time Result
✗ WrongActual: Girona FC win at HT
Correct Score
✓ In top 12
1 – 1
10.4%
1 – 2
9.3%
0 – 2
Actual
0 – 1
7%
1 – 3
6.3%
2 – 2
5.8%
2 – 1
5.8%
0 – 0
5.3%
0 – 3
5.1%
1 – 0
4%
2 – 3
4%
1 – 4
3.2%
Asian Handicap — Rayo Vallecano de Madrid
| Handicap | Rayo Vallecano de Madrid covers | Push | Girona FC covers |
|---|---|---|---|
| -2.5 | 3% | — | 97% |
| -2 | 3% | 6% | 91% |
| -1.5 | 9% | — | 91% |
| -1 | 9% | 13% | 78% |
| -0.5 | 22% | — | 78% |
| +0.5 | 46% | — | 54% |
| +1 | 46% | 21% | 33% |
| +1.5 | 67% | — | 33% |
| +2 | 67% | 17% | 16% |
| +2.5 | 84% | — | 16% |
Clean Sheet
Rayo Vallecano de Madrid keeps clean sheet
14%
✓
Girona FC keeps clean sheet
29%
✗
Predictions are statistical estimates based on season form, H2H history, and a Poisson model. Not financial advice.