Rayo Vallecano 1 - 0 FT Alaves

Alemao Shatters Stalemate in Stoppage Time

Average Entertainment Futmetrix Score: 37/100. A crunch match where intensity peaked in injury time, with Rayo Vallecano stealing three points through a shock 90th-minute winner that proved decisive in a tightly contested battle.

Vallecas Locked in Combat for 89 Minutes

Rayo Vallecano and Alavés served up a cracking contest with relentless intensity and tactical balance. A combined 27 shots and 12 corners painted a picture of two sides refusing to blink. Augusto Batalla proved unshakeable in Rayo's goal, making two crucial stops to keep the scoreline locked at 0-0.

Possession favored the hosts (54%), but it was Lucas Boyé who orchestrated Alavés' attacking threat with two key passes from the front. The visiting striker was the engine room of a team that refused to be cowed on the road. Yet Rayo's rearguard, anchored by Pep Chavarría, held firm when it mattered most.

The Upset Factor Arrives Late

Just when a draw seemed written in the stars, Alemao exploded into life at the 90-minute mark. Chavarría, the architect of Rayo's defensive solidity, threaded the killer pass for the striker to finish—a moment of pure importance. The Madrid side's winning run extends: four victories in their last five matches now have them knocking on Europe's door.

For Alavés, defeat stings at a critical juncture. With just 12 points from 10 games and a defense caught napping at the death, the Basques watch another opportunity slip through their fingers. The intensity was genuine, but that final cutting edge in attack proved elusive.

Rayo Vallecano Target Elusive Home Breakthrough

Skip It Futmetrix Score: 23/100. This clash at the stadium offers Rayo a golden opportunity to align their home results with their impressive top-half standing.

The Setup

Rayo Vallecano enters this fixture in 9th place, showcasing solid overall Form despite a strange statistical anomaly: they are yet to record a victory in front of their own fans after three matches. The Stakes involve more than just three points; it is about reclaiming their stadium as a fortress where their high-energy style usually thrives.

The visitors, Alaves, arrive in 14th following a difficult run of results. With four losses in their last five, their defensive Balance has been under heavy fire. While they sit only two points behind Rayo, the momentum is moving in the opposite direction, making this a crucial crossroads for their autumn campaign.

Key Battle

The game will likely be won or lost on the flanks. Rayo’s Stars in wide areas, including Jorge de Frutos and Álvaro García, will look to stretch an Alaves back line that has struggled with lateral movements and quick deliveries. Rayo’s goalkeeper, Augusto Batalla, has been in inspired form with 3.2 saves per game, meaning Alaves will need to be clinical with the few chances they create against the run of play.

Our Prediction

Expect a one-sided affair in terms of territory. Rayo Vallecano will look to suffocate Alaves from the opening whistle. Given Alaves' recent defensive lapses, the home side's persistence should eventually pay dividends. A 1-0 victory for Rayo seems the most logical outcome, finally giving the home fans something to celebrate at the stadium.