Villarreal CF vs Rayo Vallecano de Madrid, La Liga 2021-22 REGULAR SEASON
Overview
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Villarreal CF vs Rayo Vallecano de Madrid — La Liga at Estadio de la Ceramica.
- Villarreal CF 12 games · 15 pts (2026/27)
- Rayo Vallecano de Madrid 11 games · 12 pts (2026/27)
Match Details
- Referee Mario Melero
- Referee Javier Estrada
- Referee Joan Mendez
- Referee Iker De Francisco
- Referee Carlos Calderina
- Referee Jose Luis Martinez
Standings
| # | Team | P | Pts |
|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | FC Barcelona | 12 | 33 |
| 2 | Real Madrid CF | 12 | 30 |
| 3 | Club Atletico de Madrid | 12 | 28 |
| 4 | Real Betis Balompie | 12 | 26 |
| 5 | Real Sociedad de Futbol | 12 | 22 |
| 6 | Sevilla FC | 12 | 18 |
| 7 | Athletic Club | 11 | 16 |
| 8 | RC Deportivo La Coruna | 12 | 15 |
| 9 | Villarreal CF | 12 | 15 |
| 10 | Real Racing Club de Santander | 12 | 14 |
| 11 | RC Celta de Vigo | 12 | 13 |
| 12 | Deportivo Alaves | 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 | Malaga CF | 12 | 5 |
Head-to-Head
Recent Form
| Date | Opponent | H/A | Score | Result |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 12 Dec | Rayo Vallecano de Madrid | H | 2–0 | W |
| 09 Dec | Atalanta BC | A | 3–2 | W |
| 04 Dec | Sevilla FC | A | 0–1 | L |
| 27 Nov | FC Barcelona | H | 1–3 | L |
| 23 Nov | Manchester United FC | H | 0–2 | L |
| 20 Nov | RC Celta de Vigo | A | 1–1 | D |
| Date | Opponent | H/A | Score | Result |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 12 Dec | Villarreal CF | A | 0–2 | L |
| 05 Dec | RCD Espanyol de Barcelona | H | 1–0 | W |
| 27 Nov | Valencia CF | A | 1–1 | D |
| 22 Nov | RCD Mallorca | H | 3–1 | W |
| 06 Nov | Real Madrid CF | A | 1–2 | L |
| 01 Nov | RC Celta de Vigo | H | 0–0 | D |
Season Stats
| Villarreal CF | Rayo Vallecano de Madrid | |
|---|---|---|
| #9 | Position | #13 |
| 15 | Points | 12 |
| 12 | Played | 11 |
| 4 / 3 / 5 | W / D / L | 3 / 3 / 5 |
| 17 | Scored | 15 |
| 15 | Conceded | 21 |
| +2 | GD | -6 |
| 1.25 | PPG | 1.09 |
| 33% | Win % | 27% |
Key Stats
50%
Both Teams to Score
H2H (12 games)
H2H (12 games)
50%
Over 2.5 Goals
H2H history
H2H history
17%
Clean Sheets
Villarreal CF this season
Villarreal CF this season
10%
Clean Sheets
Rayo Vallecano de Madrid this season
Rayo Vallecano de Madrid this season
Villarreal CF are 9th (15 pts). Rayo Vallecano de Madrid are 13th (12 pts).
Goal Timing (This Season)
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
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
Top Scorers (This Season)
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 |
Rayo Vallecano de Madrid
| Sergio Camello | 7 G | 2 A |
| Alvaro Garcia | 3 G | 2 A |
Events
Match Events
- 0' The ball is rolling at Estadio de la Ceramica. Villarreal CF are looking to make home advantage count against Rayo Vallecano de Madrid.
- 5' Supporters expect more eagerness from Trigueros, as he is very good at scoring at Estadio de la Ceramica with 7 goals in the last 7 games.
- 10' named a earlier, and opted for a in response. A fascinating tactical duel is developing.
- 15' It looks surprising Villarreal CF does not make any changes. Stole Dimitrievski has some obvious troubles when approaching to the goal.
- 20' While there is no rush on the pitch, let’s have a look at some stats. Andres Martin made 240 appearances and scored 26 goals. He is very likely to score a goal today.
- 23' The referee reaches into his pocket. Out comes the Yellow card for Pau Torres.
- 28' The Array continues to deliver drama. Both Villarreal CF and Rayo Vallecano de Madrid are desperate not to drop points on matchday .
- 32' A stunning finish from Aissa Mandi — that came from absolutely nowhere!
- 36' The Spain Gerard Moreno breaks the deadlock on 36 minutes. 2-0!
- 37' The referee does not hesitate — a Yellow card for Catena on 37 minutes.
- 38' Controversy at the stadium! Catena argues furiously but the Yellow card stands.
- 40' It’s gonna be a Yellow card for Isi Palazon.
- 45' Oscar Valentin, a Spain , has 0 bookings this season and will need to keep his discipline tonight.
- 50' 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.
- 55' Rayo Vallecano de Madrid fans have not had much to celebrate tonight. Their side is struggling to get forward.
- 58' Randy Ntekja is ready to make an impact after coming on for Oscar Trejo at the 58 minute mark.
- 61' Rayo Vallecano de Madrid player sees a Yellow card in front of him.
- 62' Villarreal CF manager makes another effort to make the tables turned. Etienne Capoue is hanging Dani Parejo on the field on 62 minute.
- 63' A change in the Villarreal CF ranks — Boulaye Dia exits the field as Alberto Moreno enters on 63.
- 65' Fresh legs for Rayo Vallecano de Madrid! Bebe comes on to replace Isi Palazon.
- 70' Spectators are craving for more action. Both teams play very cautiously. They need to put some more energy.
- 75' The midfield battle is intense right now. Both Villarreal CF and Rayo Vallecano de Madrid are fighting for every inch of the pitch.
- 78' Villarreal CF ring the changes. Trigueros has done his job and it is now time for Moi Gomez to step up.
- 82' Fresh legs for Rayo Vallecano de Madrid! Jose Pozo comes on to replace Esteban Saveljich.
- 85' Paco Alcacer is ready to make an impact after coming on for Gerard Moreno at the 85 minute mark.
- 86' Fresh legs for Villarreal CF! Paco Alcacer comes on to replace Gerard Moreno.
- The final whistle goes. A composed, disciplined performance from Villarreal CF to claim maximum points.
Lineups
Villarreal CF Lineups
Starting XI
- 10
-
5
Dani Parejo ↓ Etienne Capoue 62'
- 13
- 22
- 24
-
7
Gerard Moreno ↓ Paco Alcacer 85'
- 2
- 14
- 4
-
16
Boulaye Dia ↓ Alberto Moreno 63'
-
21
Yeremi Pino ↓ Samuel Chukwueze 62'
Bench
-
23
Moi Gomez ↑ 78'
-
6
Etienne Capoue ↑ 62'
-
18
Alberto Moreno ↑ 63'
- 8
-
9
Paco Alcacer ↑ 85'
-
11
Samuel Chukwueze ↑ 62'
- 17
- 20
- 3
- 12
- 35
Coach
Unai Emery
Rayo Vallecano de Madrid Lineups
Starting XI
- 20
-
16
Sergi Guardiola ↓ Andres Martin 82'
-
24
Esteban Saveljich ↓ Jose Pozo 82'
-
6
Santiago Comesana ↓ Unai Lopez 65'
-
8
Oscar Trejo ↓ Randy Ntekja 58'
- 18
- 13
- 5
-
7
Isi Palazon ↓ Bebe 65'
- 23
- 33
Bench
- 19
-
12
Unai Lopez ↑ 65'
- 1
- 2
- 32
-
10
Bebe ↑ 65'
-
22
Jose Pozo ↑ 82'
-
11
Andres Martin ↑ 82'
- 4
- 21
-
9
Randy Ntekja ↑ 58'
- 25
Coach
Iraola
H2H
H2H Top Scorers
| Player | Goals |
|---|---|
| Alexander Sorloth | 3 |
| Ayoze Perez | 2 |
| Raul de Tomas | 2 |
| Alvaro Garcia | 2 |
| Karl Toko Ekambi | 2 |
| Sergio Camello | 2 |
| Gerard Moreno | 2 |
| Juan Foyth | 2 |
Head to Head
Villarreal CF Form
Rayo Vallecano de Madrid Form
2021-12-12
Villarreal CF
2–0
Rayo Vallecano de Madrid
L
2021-12-05
Rayo Vallecano de Madrid
1–0
RCD Espanyol de Barcelona
W
2021-11-27
Valencia CF
1–1
Rayo Vallecano de Madrid
D
2021-11-22
Rayo Vallecano de Madrid
3–1
RCD Mallorca
W
2021-11-06
Real Madrid CF
2–1
Rayo Vallecano de Madrid
L
2021-11-01
Rayo Vallecano de Madrid
0–0
RC Celta de Vigo
D
Predictions
Prediction accuracy
1 / 4
2.01
Villarreal CF xG
Expected Goals
Dixon-Coles · Bivariate Poisson · Neg. Binomial · Elo
1.08
Rayo Vallecano de Madrid xG
I would bet for:
Over 2.5 goals 59% + Both teams to score 57%
Match Result
✓ CorrectActual: Villarreal CF win
Both Teams to Score
✗ Wrong
Avg goals/match: 3.09
Actual: No — clean sheet
Over / Under Goals
✗ O/U 2.5| Line | Over | Under | |
|---|---|---|---|
| ± 0.5 | 94% |
|
6% |
| ± 1.5 | 81% |
|
19% |
| ± 2.5 | 59% |
|
41% |
| ± 3.5 | 37% |
|
63% |
| ± 4.5 | 20% |
|
80% |
Double Chance
Villarreal CF or Draw
80%
Draw or Rayo Vallecano de Madrid
43%
Villarreal CF or Rayo Vallecano de Madrid
77%
Half-Time Result
✗ WrongActual: Villarreal CF win at HT
Correct Score
✓ In top 12
1 – 1
10.7%
2 – 1
9.6%
2 – 0
Actual
1 – 0
8.6%
3 – 1
6.4%
0 – 0
6.2%
3 – 0
6%
1 – 2
5.1%
2 – 2
5.1%
0 – 1
4.2%
3 – 2
3.5%
4 – 1
3.3%
Asian Handicap — Villarreal CF
| Handicap | Villarreal CF covers | Push | Rayo Vallecano de Madrid covers |
|---|---|---|---|
| -2.5 | 17% | — | 83% |
| -2 | 17% | 18% | 65% |
| -1.5 | 35% | — | 65% |
| -1 | 35% | 22% | 43% |
| -0.5 | 57% | — | 43% |
| +0.5 | 81% | — | 19% |
| +1 | 81% | 12% | 7% |
| +1.5 | 93% | — | 7% |
| +2 | 93% | 5% | 2% |
| +2.5 | 98% | — | 2% |
Clean Sheet
Villarreal CF keeps clean sheet
35%
✗
Rayo Vallecano de Madrid keeps clean sheet
14%
✓
Predictions are statistical estimates based on season form, H2H history, and a Poisson model. Not financial advice.