Rayo Vallecano de Madrid vs Villarreal CF, La Liga 2023-24 REGULAR SEASON
Overview
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Rayo Vallecano de Madrid vs Villarreal CF — La Liga at Campo de Futbol de Vallecas.
- Rayo Vallecano de Madrid 11 games · 12 pts (2026/27)
- Villarreal CF 12 games · 15 pts (2026/27)
Match Details
- Referee Jorge Figueroa Vazquez (Spain)
- Assistant 1 Aitor Villate Martinez (Spain)
- Assistant 2 Alvaro Granel Peiro (Spain)
Standings
| # | Team | P | Pts |
|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | FC Barcelona | 12 | 33 |
| 2 | Real Madrid CF | 12 | 30 |
| 3 | Club Atlético de Madrid | 12 | 28 |
| 4 | Real Betis Balompié | 12 | 26 |
| 5 | Real Sociedad de Fútbol | 12 | 22 |
| 6 | Sevilla FC | 12 | 18 |
| 7 | Athletic Club | 11 | 16 |
| 8 | RC Deportivo La Coruña | 12 | 15 |
| 9 | Villarreal CF | 12 | 15 |
| 10 | Real Racing Club de Santander | 12 | 14 |
| 11 | RC Celta de Vigo | 12 | 13 |
| 12 | Deportivo Alavés | 12 | 13 |
| 13 | Rayo Vallecano de Madrid | 11 | 12 |
| 14 | CA Osasuna | 12 | 12 |
| 15 | RCD Espanyol de Barcelona | 12 | 12 |
| 16 | Getafe CF | 12 | 12 |
| 17 | Levante UD | 12 | 11 |
| 18 | Elche CF | 12 | 10 |
| 19 | Valencia CF | 12 | 9 |
| 20 | Málaga CF | 12 | 5 |
Head-to-Head
Recent Form
| Date | Opponent | H/A | Score | Result |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 24 Sep | Villarreal CF | H | 1–1 | D |
| 15 Sep | Deportivo Alavés | H | 2–0 | W |
| 02 Sep | Real Betis Balompié | A | 0–1 | L |
| 28 Aug | Club Atlético de Madrid | H | 0–7 | L |
| 21 Aug | Granada CF | A | 2–0 | W |
| 11 Aug | UD Almeria | A | 2–0 | W |
| Date | Opponent | H/A | Score | Result |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 24 Sep | Rayo Vallecano de Madrid | A | 1–1 | D |
| 21 Sep | Panathinaikos AO | A | 0–2 | L |
| 17 Sep | UD Almeria | H | 2–1 | W |
| 01 Sep | Cadiz CF | A | 1–3 | L |
| 27 Aug | FC Barcelona | H | 3–4 | L |
| 18 Aug | RCD Mallorca | A | 1–0 | W |
Season Stats
| Rayo Vallecano de Madrid | Villarreal CF | |
|---|---|---|
| #13 | Position | #9 |
| 12 | Points | 15 |
| 11 | Played | 12 |
| 3 / 3 / 5 | W / D / L | 4 / 3 / 5 |
| 15 | Scored | 17 |
| 21 | Conceded | 15 |
| -6 | GD | +2 |
| 1.09 | PPG | 1.25 |
| 27% | Win % | 33% |
Key Stats
50%
Both Teams to Score
H2H (12 games)
H2H (12 games)
50%
Over 2.5 Goals
H2H history
H2H history
10%
Clean Sheets
Rayo Vallecano de Madrid this season
Rayo Vallecano de Madrid this season
17%
Clean Sheets
Villarreal CF this season
Villarreal CF this season
Rayo Vallecano de Madrid are 13th (12 pts). Villarreal CF are 9th (15 pts).
Goal Timing (This Season)
Rayo Vallecano de Madrid
0-15
4/2
16-30
2/6
31-45
2/2
46-60
6/3
61-75
1/3
76+
–/4
■ Scored ■ Conceded
Villarreal CF
0-15
–/1
16-30
2/1
31-45
5/7
46-60
1/2
61-75
2/1
76+
6/3
■ Scored ■ Conceded
Top Scorers (This Season)
Rayo Vallecano de Madrid
| Sergio Camello | 7 G | 2 A |
| Alvaro Garcia | 3 G | 2 A |
Villarreal CF
| Georges Mikautadze | 3 G | 1 A |
| Pape Gueye | 3 G | |
| Alberto Moleiro | 2 G | 4 A |
| Nicolas Pepe | 2 G | 1 A |
| Gerard Moreno | 2 G |
Events
Match Events
- 0' Temperatures are rising at Campo de Futbol de Vallecas as Rayo Vallecano de Madrid face off against Villarreal CF in what promises to be a fascinating contest.
- 5' Players seem to put ease on their energy level Spectators hardly appreciate such approach. Teams need to speed up the tempo.
- 10' While there is no rush on the pitch, let’s have a look at some stats. Santi Comesana made 423 appearances and scored 8 goals. He is very likely to score a goal today.
- 15' A stunning finish from Alexander Sorloth — that came from absolutely nowhere!
- 16' The Spain Kike Perez breaks the deadlock on 16 minutes. 1-1!
- 18' Alvaro Garcia was booked on 18.
- 23' Rayo Vallecano de Madrid is showing some good football. However, Rayo Vallecano de Madrid are ready to play back every minute. It might result in some problems for the home side. The game will hardly remain goalless.
- 28' Supporters expect more eagerness from Alvaro Garcia, as he is very good at scoring at Campo de Futbol de Vallecas with 10 goals in the last 10 games.
- 33' The travelling Villarreal CF supporters hardly appreciate their team being pressed down to the backline.
- 38' 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.
- 43' Matchday of the Array and both teams know exactly what is at stake tonight.
- 48' The teams are not in a rush to score plenty of goals. It might look strange considering Rayo Vallecano de Madrid that had 240 games and scored 242 goals.
- 53' 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.
- 56' The whistle greets Gerard Moreno as he departs to be replaced by Trigueros.
- 60' It is a substitution in Rayo Vallecano de Madrid team. Raul de Tomas is replaced by Sergio Camello on 60 minute.
- 62' The referee has no hesitation. Alberto Moreno is booked for Villarreal CF — Yellow card on 62.
- 63' Sergio Camello picks up a Yellow card and will need to be extremely careful for the remainder of this match.
- 68' Rayo Vallecano de Madrid are happy to let the opposition have the ball in their own half. The trap is set.
- 69' Time for substitution for Rayo Vallecano de Madrid. Kike Perez is replaced by Oscar Trejo.
- 70' It is a substitution in Rayo Vallecano de Madrid team. Unai Lopez is replaced by Pathe Ciss on 70 minute.
- 72' Villarreal CF player sees a Yellow card in front of him.
- 73' A meaty challenge results in booking for Santi Comesana on 73.
- 76' Villarreal CF ring the changes. Alex Baena has done his job and it is now time for Jose Morales to step up.
- 77' Controversy at the stadium! Alberto Moreno argues furiously but the Red card stands.
- 82' Villarreal CF seems to be on a short break. The game is mainly concentrated in the center. It’s high time they got back to action. Otherwise, it looks like a goalless game.
- 87' The referee has had an easy afternoon — neither side has been overly physical in the tackle.
- 88' Another change for Rayo Vallecano de Madrid made on 88 minute. Alvaro Garcia leaves to be changed by Bebe.
- 89' Another substitution for Villarreal CF to replace Yeremy by Carlos Romero on 89 minute.
- The referee brings this contest to a close. take all three points.
Lineups
Rayo Vallecano de Madrid Lineups
4-2-3-1Starting XI
- 24
- 20
-
17
Unai Lopez ↓ Pathe Ciss 70'
- 5
-
14
Kike Perez ↓ Oscar Trejo 69'
-
22
Raul de Tomas ↓ Sergio Camello 60'
-
18
Alvaro Garcia ↓ Bebe 88'
- 1
-
7
Isi Palazon ↓ Jorge de Frutos 60'
- 23
- 12
Bench
-
8
Oscar Trejo ↑ 69'
-
10
Bebe ↑ 88'
- 6
- 16
- 4
- 2
-
34
Sergio Camello ↑ 60'
-
21
Pathe Ciss ↑ 70'
-
19
Jorge de Frutos ↑ 60'
- 13
- 29
- 3
Coach
Francisco
Villarreal CF Lineups
4-4-2Starting XI
- 18
- 11
- 8
- 10
- 23
-
7
Gerard Moreno ↓ Trigueros 56'
- 13
-
21
Yeremy ↓ Carlos Romero 89'
-
4
Santi Comesana ↓ Etienne Capoue 76'
-
16
Alex Baena ↓ Jose Morales 76'
- 3
Bench
-
6
Etienne Capoue ↑ 76'
- 9
-
14
Trigueros ↑ 56'
- 1
- 2
- 20
- 27
-
37
Carlos Romero ↑ 89'
- 17
-
15
Jose Morales ↑ 76'
Coach
Pacheta
H2H
H2H Top Scorers
| Player | Goals |
|---|---|
| Alexander Sorloth | 3 |
| Juan Foyth | 2 |
| Alfonso Pedraza | 2 |
| Ayoze Perez | 2 |
| Raul de Tomas | 2 |
| Alvaro Garcia | 2 |
| Karl Toko Ekambi | 2 |
| Sergio Camello | 2 |
Head to Head
Rayo Vallecano de Madrid Form
2023-09-24
Rayo Vallecano de Madrid
1–1
Villarreal CF
D
2023-09-15
Rayo Vallecano de Madrid
2–0
Deportivo Alavés
W
2023-09-02
Real Betis Balompié
1–0
Rayo Vallecano de Madrid
L
2023-08-28
Rayo Vallecano de Madrid
0–7
Club Atlético de Madrid
L
2023-08-21
Granada CF
0–2
Rayo Vallecano de Madrid
W
2023-08-11
UD Almeria
0–2
Rayo Vallecano de Madrid
W
Predictions
Prediction accuracy
2 / 4
1.3
Rayo Vallecano de Madrid xG
Expected Goals
Dixon-Coles · Bivariate Poisson · Neg. Binomial · Elo
1.72
Villarreal CF xG
I would bet for:
Rayo Vallecano de Madrid or Villarreal CF 74% + Both teams to score 60%
Match Result
✗ WrongActual: Draw
Both Teams to Score
✓ Correct
Avg goals/match: 3.02
Actual: Yes — both scored
Over / Under Goals
✗ O/U 2.5| Line | Over | Under | |
|---|---|---|---|
| ± 0.5 | 93% |
|
7% |
| ± 1.5 | 80% |
|
20% |
| ± 2.5 | 57% |
|
43% |
| ± 3.5 | 36% |
|
64% |
| ± 4.5 | 19% |
|
81% |
Double Chance
Rayo Vallecano de Madrid or Draw
60%
Draw or Villarreal CF
66%
Rayo Vallecano de Madrid or Villarreal CF
74%
Half-Time Result
✓ CorrectActual: Draw at HT
Correct Score
✓ In top 12
1 – 1
Actual
1 – 2
9%
0 – 1
7.6%
0 – 2
7.1%
2 – 1
6.8%
0 – 0
6.6%
2 – 2
5.9%
1 – 0
5.5%
1 – 3
5.2%
2 – 0
4.1%
0 – 3
4%
2 – 3
3.4%
Asian Handicap — Rayo Vallecano de Madrid
| Handicap | Rayo Vallecano de Madrid covers | Push | Villarreal CF covers |
|---|---|---|---|
| -2.5 | 4% | — | 96% |
| -2 | 4% | 8% | 88% |
| -1.5 | 12% | — | 88% |
| -1 | 12% | 16% | 72% |
| -0.5 | 28% | — | 72% |
| +0.5 | 54% | — | 46% |
| +1 | 54% | 21% | 25% |
| +1.5 | 75% | — | 25% |
| +2 | 75% | 14% | 11% |
| +2.5 | 89% | — | 11% |
Clean Sheet
Rayo Vallecano de Madrid keeps clean sheet
19%
✓
Villarreal CF keeps clean sheet
28%
✓
Predictions are statistical estimates based on season form, H2H history, and a Poisson model. Not financial advice.

