La Liga Regular Season - 28
Rayo Vallecano 1 - 1 FT Levante
Match Statistics
Possession
Shots
Shots on Target
Expected Goals (xG)
Passes
Pass Accuracy
Corners
Fouls
Yellow Cards
Red Cards
Match Events
19' N. Mendy
K. Tunde 30'
40' J. de Frutos
C. Espi (I. Losada) 41'
HT
46' ↓ F. Perez ↑I. Akhomach
46' ↓ G. Gumbau ↑A. Garcia
53' N. Mendy
53' N. Mendy
↓ K. Tunde ↑F. Cortes 55'
J. Toljan 58'
65' ↓ O. Valentin ↑I. Palazon
65' ↓ Alemao ↑A. Ratiu
F. Cortes 66'
↓ V. Garcia ↑J. Morales 73'
↓ I. Romero ↑U. Raghouber 74'
↓ I. Losada ↑K. Arriaga 74'
76' ↓ I. Balliu ↑P. Ciss
↓ C. Espi ↑K. Etta Eyong 84'
M. Moreno 88'
M. Sanchez 90'+4
90'+4 P. Ciss (F. Lejeune)
FT
Player Cards
Our take on every player in this match
Rayo Vallecano
Goalkeepers
Augusto Batalla 
PROVOCATEUR
1
Fouls Won
1
Fouls Won
1
Duels Won
0
Pens Won
Defenders
Iván Balliu 
LATE SHIFT
14
Late Mins
14
Late Mins
76
Total Mins
76
Entry
Florian Lejeune 
WALL
0
Dribbled Past
0
Dribbled Past
2
Tackles
73%
Duel Win %
Nobel Mendy 
FRIENDLY FIRE
Red Card
Mistake
Red Card
Mistake
2
Fouls
5.7
Rating
Alfonso Espino 
ARCHITECT
2
Key Passes
2
Key Passes
0
Assists
37%
Pass Acc
Midfielders
Gerard Gumbau
LATE SHIFT
15
Late Mins
15
Late Mins
45
Total Mins
46
Entry
Óscar Valentín
LATE SHIFT
15
Late Mins
15
Late Mins
65
Total Mins
65
Entry
Pedro Díaz 
STORMTROOPER
4
Shots
4
Shots
0
Goals
0
On Target
Forwards
Jorge de Frutos
LATE SHIFT
15
Late Mins
15
Late Mins
94
Total Mins
Started
Entry
Alemão
LATE SHIFT
15
Late Mins
15
Late Mins
65
Total Mins
65
Entry
Fran Pérez
LATE SHIFT
15
Late Mins
15
Late Mins
45
Total Mins
46
Entry
BENCH
Dani Cárdenas 
SPECTATOR
0
Saves
0
Saves
0
Conceded
0
Minutes
Andrei Rațiu
ARCHITECT
2
Key Passes
2
Key Passes
0
Assists
17%
Pass Acc
Luiz Felipe
LATE SHIFT
15
Late Mins
15
Late Mins
0
Total Mins
Started
Entry
Josep Chavarría
LATE SHIFT
15
Late Mins
15
Late Mins
0
Total Mins
Started
Entry
Álvaro García
ARCHITECT
4
Key Passes
4
Key Passes
0
Assists
7%
Pass Acc
Isi Palazón
LATE SHIFT
15
Late Mins
15
Late Mins
29
Total Mins
Started
Entry
Unai López
LATE SHIFT
15
Late Mins
15
Late Mins
0
Total Mins
Started
Entry
Pathé Ismaël Ciss 
CLUTCH HERO
90
Goal Time
90
Goal Time
Goal
Impact
7.9
Rating
Óscar Trejo
LATE SHIFT
15
Late Mins
15
Late Mins
0
Total Mins
Started
Entry
Ilias Akhomach
LATE SHIFT
15
Late Mins
15
Late Mins
49
Total Mins
Started
Entry
Sergio Camello
LATE SHIFT
15
Late Mins
15
Late Mins
0
Total Mins
Started
Entry
Carlos Martín
LATE SHIFT
15
Late Mins
15
Late Mins
0
Total Mins
Started
Entry
Levante
Goalkeepers
Mathew Ryan
LATE SHIFT
15
Late Mins
15
Late Mins
94
Total Mins
Started
Entry
Defenders
Jeremy Toljan
LATE SHIFT
15
Late Mins
15
Late Mins
94
Total Mins
Started
Entry
Matias Moreno
LATE SHIFT
15
Late Mins
15
Late Mins
94
Total Mins
Started
Entry
Alan Matturro
WALL
0
Dribbled Past
0
Dribbled Past
5
Tackles
78%
Duel Win %
Manuel Sánchez
WALL
0
Dribbled Past
0
Dribbled Past
7
Tackles
78%
Duel Win %
Midfielders
Oriol Rey
LATE SHIFT
15
Late Mins
15
Late Mins
94
Total Mins
Started
Entry
Iker Losada
ARCHITECT
3
Key Passes
3
Key Passes
1
Assists
22%
Pass Acc
Víctor García
ARCHITECT
4
Key Passes
4
Key Passes
0
Assists
18%
Pass Acc
Iván Romero
ARCHITECT
3
Key Passes
3
Key Passes
0
Assists
19%
Pass Acc
Kareem Tunde
LATE SHIFT
15
Late Mins
15
Late Mins
55
Total Mins
55
Entry
Forwards
Carlos Espí 
FINISHER
1
Goals
1
Goals
4
Shots
7.5
Rating
BENCH
Pablo Cuñat
SPECTATOR
0
Saves
0
Saves
0
Conceded
0
Minutes
Alejandro Primo
SPECTATOR
0
Saves
0
Saves
0
Conceded
0
Minutes
Nacho Pérez
LATE SHIFT
15
Late Mins
15
Late Mins
0
Total Mins
Started
Entry
Diego Pampín
LATE SHIFT
15
Late Mins
15
Late Mins
0
Total Mins
Started
Entry
Unai Vencedor
LATE SHIFT
15
Late Mins
15
Late Mins
0
Total Mins
Started
Entry
Ugo Raghouber
LATE SHIFT
15
Late Mins
15
Late Mins
20
Total Mins
Started
Entry
Kervin Arriaga
LATE SHIFT
15
Late Mins
15
Late Mins
20
Total Mins
Started
Entry
Paco Cortés
LATE SHIFT
15
Late Mins
15
Late Mins
39
Total Mins
Started
Entry
Tai Abed
LATE SHIFT
15
Late Mins
15
Late Mins
0
Total Mins
Started
Entry
José Luis Morales
LATE SHIFT
15
Late Mins
15
Late Mins
20
Total Mins
Started
Entry
Etta Eyong
LATE SHIFT
15
Late Mins
15
Late Mins
10
Total Mins
Started
Entry
Head to Head
| Date | Home | Score | Away | Competition | Venue |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 19/10/2025 | Levante | 0 - 3 | Rayo Vallecano | La Liga | Estadio Ciudad de Valencia |
| 20/05/2022 | Rayo Vallecano | 2 - 4 | Levante | La Liga | Estadio de Vallecas |
| 11/09/2021 | Levante | 1 - 1 | Rayo Vallecano | La Liga | Estadio Ciudad de Valencia |
| 04/05/2019 | Levante | 4 - 1 | Rayo Vallecano | La Liga | Ciutat de València |
| 23/12/2018 | Rayo Vallecano | 2 - 1 | Levante | La Liga | Estadio de Vallecas |
| 06/05/2017 | Rayo Vallecano | 2 - 1 | Levante | Segunda División | Estadio de Vallecas |
| 14/12/2016 | Levante | 1 - 0 | Rayo Vallecano | Segunda División | Ciutat de València |
| 15/05/2016 | Rayo Vallecano | 3 - 1 | Levante | La Liga | Estadio de Vallecas |
| 09/01/2016 | Levante | 2 - 1 | Rayo Vallecano | La Liga | Ciutat de València |
| 28/02/2015 | Rayo Vallecano | 4 - 2 | Levante | La Liga | Estadio de Vallecas |
19/10/2025
20/05/2022
11/09/2021
04/05/2019
23/12/2018
06/05/2017
14/12/2016
15/05/2016
09/01/2016
28/02/2015
Rayo Vallecano Win
Levante Win
Draw
League Standings
P: 28 GD: +49
P: 28 GD: +36
P: 28 GD: +22
P: 28 GD: +18
P: 28 GD: +8
P: 28 GD: +7
P: 28 GD: +1
P: 28 GD: -7
P: 28 GD: -7
P: 28 GD: -10
P: 28 GD: -2
P: 28 GD: -12
P: 28 GD: -6
P: 28 GD: -12
P: 28 GD: -10
P: 28 GD: -12
P: 28 GD: -12
P: 28 GD: -9
P: 28 GD: -16
League Standings
P: 28 GD: +49
P: 28 GD: +36
P: 28 GD: +22
P: 28 GD: +18
P: 28 GD: +8
P: 28 GD: +7
P: 28 GD: +1
P: 28 GD: -7
P: 28 GD: -7
P: 28 GD: -10
P: 28 GD: -2
P: 28 GD: -12
P: 28 GD: -12
P: 28 GD: -10
P: 27 GD: -6
P: 28 GD: -12
P: 28 GD: -12
P: 28 GD: -9
P: 27 GD: -16
Match previews and recaps to help you decide which games are worth watching
Late Heartbreak for Levante as Ten-Man Rayo Snatch a Point
Worth Watching Futmetrix Score: 63/100. A gruelling relegation-tinted scrap that delivered maximum drama, proving exactly why Vallecas is one of Spain's most demanding venues.
The Opening Exchange
The atmosphere at the Campo de Futbol de Vallecas was electric from the first touch. While Rayo Vallecano controlled possession with a 58% share, the visitors played with the desperation of a side fighting for their top-flight lives. The Intensity of this fixture was evident through a relentless barrage of first-half challenges and a combined 36 shots across the evening. Just as the interval approached, Levante found their precious breakthrough. In the 41st minute, I. Losada threaded a neat pass into the path of C. Espi, who finished clinically to give the relegation-threatened side a massive boost before the whistle.
The Turning Point
The complexion of the match shifted violently just after the restart, completely altering the Balance of power. On 53 minutes, N. Mendy was dismissed for a handling offence, reducing the hosts to ten men. This should have been the moment the visitors killed the tie. Instead, they retreated. Matias Moreno put in an outstanding shift at the back for Levante, constantly clearing his lines and surviving a mounting wave of pressure as the hosts refused to accept defeat despite their numerical disadvantage.
The Final Reckoning
With the clock ticking down and the Stakes at their absolute highest, Rayo's tactical roll of the dice finally paid off. Providing a massive Upset Factor against the run of numbers, the home side found their salvation in the 90th minute. F. Lejeune delivered a pinpoint assist that was met perfectly by substitute P. Ciss, who fired into the net to ignite absolute pandemonium in the stands. This result keeps Rayo comfortable in mid-table but feels like a devastating blow for a Levante side left stranded six points from safety.
Key Questions
How did the red card for N. Mendy impact the match?
It forced Rayo Vallecano to play with ten men from the 53rd minute, ironically sparking a more aggressive, risk-taking offensive approach that pinned Levante back.
Did Rayo Vallecano deserve the late equalizer?
Absolutely. Despite their numerical disadvantage, they maintained 58% possession and consistently pressured the visitors' penalty area until the very last moment.
How did substitute Florian Lejeune change the game?
While actually a starting defender, Lejeune changed the game's outcome by pushing forward and delivering the crucial 90th-minute assist for Ciss's equalizer.
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.
Desperation Row at Vallecas
Average Entertainment Futmetrix Score: 47/100. A desperate Levante side fights for survival against a Rayo outfit looking to mathematically secure their own top-flight status.
The Setup
This March 16, 2026 fixture at the Campo de Futbol de Vallecas is a classic relegation dogfight. Levante sit deep in the drop zone in 19th place, gasping for air with just 22 points. Their Form is plunging following three consecutive defeats, leaving them totally bereft of confidence. Rayo Vallecano, meanwhile, sit 13th and have strung together a stubborn five-match unbeaten run. The Balance of power firmly favours the hosts. While the overall Stakes metric might seem understated due to Rayo's mid-table cushion, make no mistake: this is a do-or-die scenario for the visitors. Rayo are incredibly difficult to break down right now, heavily relying on Augusto Batalla, who has been pulling off vital saves and racking up clean sheets.
Key Battle
The match will be decided on the flanks. Jorge de Frutos is the undisputed catalyst for Rayo, boosting their Stars rating with a lethal eye for goal. He faces Adrián de la Fuente, who has been a solitary defensive rock for Levante and must find a way to silence Rayo's primary attacking outlet.
Our Prediction
We expect a 2-0 Rayo Vallecano win. Levante will eventually overcommit in their desperate search for points, allowing the hosts to ruthlessly exploit the gaps on the counter-attack.