La Liga Regular Season - 24
Rayo Vallecano 3 - 0 FT Atletico Madrid
Match Statistics
Possession
Shots
Shots on Target
Expected Goals (xG)
Passes
Pass Accuracy
Corners
Fouls
Yellow Cards
Red Cards
Match Events
J. Cardoso 29'
40' F. Perez (A. Ratiu)
45' O. Valentin
HT
R. Mendoza 52'
↓ R. Mendoza ↑R. Le Normand 56'
↓ M. Ruggeri ↑O. Vargas 56'
↓ A. Baena ↑J. Alvarez 56'
↓ J. Cardoso ↑M. Llorente 63'
↓ C. Lenglet ↑A. Lookman 63'
64' ↓ I. Palazon ↑P. Diaz
64' ↓ J. de Frutos ↑J. Vertrouwd
64' ↓ F. Perez ↑A. Garcia
M. Llorente 70'
74' ↓ I. Akhomach ↑R. Nteka
76' N. Mendy (A. Garcia)
83' ↓ G. Gumbau ↑U. Lopez
90'+2 A. Garcia
FT
Player Cards
Our take on every player in this match
Rayo Vallecano
Goalkeepers
Augusto Batalla 
LATE SHIFT
15
Late Mins
15
Late Mins
93
Total Mins
Started
Entry
Defenders
Andrei Rațiu 
ARCHITECT
2
Key Passes
2
Key Passes
1
Assists
32%
Pass Acc
Florian Lejeune 
WALL
0
Dribbled Past
0
Dribbled Past
3
Tackles
78%
Duel Win %
Nobel Mendy 
CLOSER
1
Late Goals
1
Late Goals
0
Late Assists
75
Minute
Alfonso Espino 
PROVOCATEUR
3
Fouls Won
3
Fouls Won
6
Duels Won
0
Pens Won
Midfielders
Óscar Valentín 
SNIPER
100%
Conversion
100%
Conversion
1
Goals
1
Shots
Gerard Gumbau
LATE SHIFT
7
Late Mins
7
Late Mins
83
Total Mins
83
Entry
Ilias Akhomach
PROVOCATEUR
4
Fouls Won
4
Fouls Won
8
Duels Won
0
Pens Won
Isi Palazón
LATE SHIFT
15
Late Mins
15
Late Mins
64
Total Mins
64
Entry
Fran Pérez
SNIPER
50%
Conversion
50%
Conversion
1
Goals
2
Shots
Forwards
Jorge de Frutos
LATE SHIFT
15
Late Mins
15
Late Mins
64
Total Mins
64
Entry
BENCH
Juanpe 
SPECTATOR
0
Saves
0
Saves
0
Conceded
0
Minutes
Jozhua Vertrouwd
LATE SHIFT
15
Late Mins
15
Late Mins
29
Total Mins
Started
Entry
Iván Balliu
LATE SHIFT
15
Late Mins
15
Late Mins
0
Total Mins
Started
Entry
Luiz Felipe
LATE SHIFT
15
Late Mins
15
Late Mins
0
Total Mins
Started
Entry
Abdul Mumin
LATE SHIFT
15
Late Mins
15
Late Mins
0
Total Mins
Started
Entry
Álvaro García 
SUPER SUB
1
Assist
1
Assist
29
Minutes
7
Rating
Pedro Díaz
LATE SHIFT
15
Late Mins
15
Late Mins
29
Total Mins
Started
Entry
Unai López
LATE SHIFT
15
Late Mins
15
Late Mins
10
Total Mins
Started
Entry
Óscar Trejo
LATE SHIFT
15
Late Mins
15
Late Mins
0
Total Mins
Started
Entry
Randy Nteka
LATE SHIFT
15
Late Mins
15
Late Mins
19
Total Mins
Started
Entry
Alemão
LATE SHIFT
15
Late Mins
15
Late Mins
0
Total Mins
Started
Entry
Sergio Camello
LATE SHIFT
15
Late Mins
15
Late Mins
0
Total Mins
Started
Entry
Atletico Madrid
Goalkeepers
Jan Oblak
PROVOCATEUR
1
Fouls Won
1
Fouls Won
1
Duels Won
0
Pens Won
Defenders
Nahuel Molina 
DRIBBLER
5
Dribbles
5
Dribbles
5
Attempts
100%
Success %
José María Giménez 
STORMTROOPER
1
Shots
1
Shots
0
Goals
1
On Target
Clément Lenglet
LATE SHIFT
15
Late Mins
15
Late Mins
63
Total Mins
63
Entry
Matteo Ruggeri
LATE SHIFT
15
Late Mins
15
Late Mins
56
Total Mins
56
Entry
Midfielders
Thiago Almada
ARCHITECT
3
Key Passes
3
Key Passes
0
Assists
52%
Pass Acc
Rodrigo Mendoza
LATE SHIFT
15
Late Mins
15
Late Mins
56
Total Mins
56
Entry
Johnny Cardoso
LATE SHIFT
15
Late Mins
15
Late Mins
63
Total Mins
63
Entry
Alejandro Baena
LATE SHIFT
15
Late Mins
15
Late Mins
56
Total Mins
56
Entry
Nicolás González
LATE SHIFT
15
Late Mins
15
Late Mins
93
Total Mins
Started
Entry
Forwards
Alexander Sørloth
LATE SHIFT
15
Late Mins
15
Late Mins
93
Total Mins
Started
Entry
BENCH
Juan Musso
SPECTATOR
0
Saves
0
Saves
0
Conceded
0
Minutes
Salvi Esquivel
SPECTATOR
0
Saves
0
Saves
0
Conceded
0
Minutes
Robin Le Normand
LATE SHIFT
15
Late Mins
15
Late Mins
37
Total Mins
Started
Entry
Dávid Hancko
LATE SHIFT
15
Late Mins
15
Late Mins
0
Total Mins
Started
Entry
Marc Pubill
LATE SHIFT
15
Late Mins
15
Late Mins
0
Total Mins
Started
Entry
Obed Vargas
LATE SHIFT
15
Late Mins
15
Late Mins
37
Total Mins
Started
Entry
Marcos Llorente
LATE SHIFT
15
Late Mins
15
Late Mins
30
Total Mins
Started
Entry
Koke
LATE SHIFT
15
Late Mins
15
Late Mins
0
Total Mins
Started
Entry
Julián Alvarez
LATE SHIFT
15
Late Mins
15
Late Mins
37
Total Mins
Started
Entry
Ademola Lookman
LATE SHIFT
15
Late Mins
15
Late Mins
30
Total Mins
Started
Entry
Giuliano Simeone
LATE SHIFT
15
Late Mins
15
Late Mins
0
Total Mins
Started
Entry
Antoine Griezmann
LATE SHIFT
15
Late Mins
15
Late Mins
0
Total Mins
Started
Entry
Head to Head
| Date | Home | Score | Away | Competition | Venue |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 24/09/2025 | Atletico Madrid | 3 - 2 | Rayo Vallecano | La Liga | Riyadh Air Metropolitano |
| 24/04/2025 | Atletico Madrid | 3 - 0 | Rayo Vallecano | La Liga | Riyadh Air Metropolitano |
| 22/09/2024 | Rayo Vallecano | 1 - 1 | Atletico Madrid | La Liga | Estadio de Vallecas |
| 31/01/2024 | Atletico Madrid | 2 - 1 | Rayo Vallecano | La Liga | Estádio Cívitas Metropolitano |
| 28/08/2023 | Rayo Vallecano | 0 - 7 | Atletico Madrid | La Liga | Estadio de Vallecas |
| 09/04/2023 | Rayo Vallecano | 1 - 2 | Atletico Madrid | La Liga | Estadio de Vallecas |
| 18/10/2022 | Atletico Madrid | 1 - 1 | Rayo Vallecano | La Liga | Estádio Cívitas Metropolitano |
| 19/03/2022 | Rayo Vallecano | 0 - 1 | Atletico Madrid | La Liga | Estadio de Vallecas |
| 02/01/2022 | Atletico Madrid | 2 - 0 | Rayo Vallecano | La Liga | Estadio Wanda Metropolitano |
| 16/02/2019 | Rayo Vallecano | 0 - 1 | Atletico Madrid | La Liga | Estadio de Vallecas |
24/09/2025
24/04/2025
22/09/2024
31/01/2024
28/08/2023
09/04/2023
18/10/2022
19/03/2022
02/01/2022
16/02/2019
Rayo Vallecano Win
Atletico Madrid Win
Draw
League Standings
P: 24 GD: +34
P: 24 GD: +39
P: 24 GD: +19
P: 24 GD: +17
P: 24 GD: +10
P: 24 GD: -4
P: 24 GD: +5
P: 24 GD: -1
P: 24 GD: -7
P: 24 GD: 0
P: 24 GD: -8
P: 24 GD: -14
P: 24 GD: -8
P: 24 GD: -9
P: 24 GD: -12
P: 24 GD: -4
P: 23 GD: -9
P: 24 GD: -10
P: 24 GD: -15
League Standings
P: 27 GD: +46
P: 27 GD: +33
P: 27 GD: +21
P: 27 GD: +18
P: 27 GD: +8
P: 27 GD: +7
P: 26 GD: -6
P: 27 GD: -1
P: 27 GD: -6
P: 27 GD: -7
P: 27 GD: 0
P: 27 GD: -11
P: 27 GD: -6
P: 27 GD: -7
P: 27 GD: -15
P: 27 GD: -12
P: 27 GD: -6
P: 27 GD: -13
P: 27 GD: -16
Match previews and recaps to help you decide which games are worth watching
Rayo Masterclass Stuns Champions League Chasers
Average Entertainment Futmetrix Score: 43/100. A defiant home performance sees Rayo Vallecano climb away from danger while shattering Atletico Madrid's momentum in a clinical display.
Vallecas Defies the Odds
The atmosphere at Campo de Futbol de Vallecas was electric as the hosts prepared for a daunting challenge against top-four opposition. Early on, Atletico Madrid controlled possession with 58%, moving the ball with typical composure but finding little joy against a compact defensive block. An Intensity rating of 5.8 reflects a match defined by tactical discipline rather than reckless end-to-end chaos. While the visitors looked to dominate the middle of the pitch, Rayo Vallecano remained patient, closing down passing lanes and forcing the Colchoneros into wide areas. The early stages were a chess match where the Balance of power seemed to lean toward the visitors, yet the underlying threat of the counter-attack loomed large.
The Five-Minute Lightning Strike
The complexion of the match shifted dramatically just before the interval in a sequence that defined the Upset Factor of the day. In the 40th minute, Andrei Rațiu showcased his vision by delivering a pinpoint assist for Fran Pérez, who finished clinically to break the deadlock. Before the traveling support could process the deficit, the Atletico Madrid backline crumbled again. In the 45th minute, Óscar Valentín found space to double the advantage, sending the home fans into a frenzy. This rapid double-salvo completely altered the Stakes for the second half, forcing the visitors to abandon their structured approach in a desperate attempt to find a way back into the contest.
The Final Blow
The second half saw a barrage of 12 total corners across both teams as the visitors applied heavy set-piece pressure. However, Rayo's defensive resilience remained unbroken, supported by a collective effort that stifled any hope of a comeback. The introduction of Álvaro García as a substitute provided the final tactical masterstroke; his fresh legs and direct running stretched a tiring Atletico defense. In the 76th minute, the victory was confirmed when Nobel Mendy connected with a pass from García to make it 3-0. For the Rayo Vallecano faithful, this was more than just three points—it was a statement of intent that secures their status as a formidable home force and significantly aids their survival bid.
Key Questions
How did substitute Nobel Mendy change the game?
Nobel Mendy secured the emphatic victory with a clinical 76th-minute strike, ensuring there was no way back for a struggling Atletico Madrid side.
What is the Futmetrix Score?
The Futmetrix Score is our 0-100 verdict on how entertaining a match is. We look at intensity, balance, stakes, and star quality to tell you if it's worth your time.
Rayo's Survival Instinct Meets Atleti's Firepower
Worth Watching Futmetrix Score: 61/100. A desperate Rayo Vallecano must find a way to halt Atletico’s pursuit of the top two to avoid sinking deeper into the bottom three.
The Setup
On February 15, 2026, the Campo de Futbol de Vallecas becomes a battlefield for a classic relegation struggle. Rayo Vallecano enters this fixture sitting 18th in the table, burdened by a Form rating of 3.9 that reflects their recent inability to secure home wins. Conversely, Atletico Madrid boasts a Stars score of 8.5, led by elite talents like J. Álvarez. For the visitors, the Stakes are about cementing their Champions League status, while for the hosts, every minute is a fight for La Liga survival.
Key Battle
The match will likely be decided by whether Jorge de Frutos can create enough chaos on the wing to unsettle a disciplined Atleti backline. However, the primary threat remains Alexander Sørloth, whose physical presence in the box will test Rayo's resolve. With Jan Oblak maintaining high standards in goal, the home side will need more than just effort to find a breakthrough against a team that has only conceded 18 goals all season.
Our Prediction
Despite the hostile atmosphere at Vallecas, the tactical Balance heavily favors Diego Simeone's men. Atleti’s ability to transition quickly through Pablo Barrios will likely overwhelm a Rayo midfield that has struggled for consistency. We anticipate a professional performance from the visitors, securing a 0-2 victory as Sørloth continues his clinical run, leaving Rayo in a precarious position as the season enters its final third.