La Liga Regular Season - 36
Valencia 1 - 1 FT Rayo Vallecano
Match Statistics
Possession
Shots
Shots on Target
Expected Goals (xG)
Passes
Pass Accuracy
Corners
Fouls
Yellow Cards
Red Cards
Match Events
R. Nteka (R. Nteka) 8'
F. Lejeune (G. Gumbau) 20'
32' ↓ Renzo Saravia ↑U. Nunez
40' D. Lopez (J. Guerra)
HT
R. Nteka 56'
↓ R. Nteka ↑Alemao 60'
↓ F. Perez ↑J. de Frutos 60'
↓ O. Valentin ↑P. Ciss 61'
61' ↓ J. Guerra ↑L. Ramazani
61' ↓ H. Duro ↑U. Sadiq
61' ↓ Pepelu ↑F. Ugrinic
63' ↓ J. Gaya ↑J. Vazquez
↓ G. Gumbau ↑U. Lopez 67'
↓ I. Balliu ↑A. Ratiu 73'
FT
Player Cards
Our take on every player in this match
Valencia
Goalkeepers
Stole Dimitrievski 
PROVOCATEUR
1
Fouls Won
1
Fouls Won
1
Duels Won
0
Pens Won
Defenders
Renzo Saravia 
FRIENDLY FIRE
Pen Given
Mistake
Pen Given
Mistake
1
Fouls
5.6
Rating
César Tárrega
PROVOCATEUR
2
Fouls Won
2
Fouls Won
12
Duels Won
0
Pens Won
Eray Cömert
PROVOCATEUR
2
Fouls Won
2
Fouls Won
6
Duels Won
0
Pens Won
José Luis Gayà
PROVOCATEUR
2
Fouls Won
2
Fouls Won
4
Duels Won
0
Pens Won
Midfielders
Diego López 
SNIPER
100%
Conversion
100%
Conversion
1
Goals
1
Shots
Pepelu 
LATE SHIFT
15
Late Mins
15
Late Mins
61
Total Mins
61
Entry
Guido Rodríguez
LATE SHIFT
15
Late Mins
15
Late Mins
96
Total Mins
Started
Entry
Luis Rioja
LATE SHIFT
15
Late Mins
15
Late Mins
96
Total Mins
Started
Entry
Forwards
Hugo Duro
LATE SHIFT
15
Late Mins
15
Late Mins
61
Total Mins
61
Entry
Javier Guerra 
ARCHITECT
3
Key Passes
3
Key Passes
1
Assists
18%
Pass Acc
BENCH
Julen Agirrezabala 
SPECTATOR
0
Saves
0
Saves
0
Conceded
0
Minutes
Unai Núñez
LATE SHIFT
15
Late Mins
15
Late Mins
64
Total Mins
Started
Entry
Jesús Vázquez
LATE SHIFT
15
Late Mins
15
Late Mins
33
Total Mins
Started
Entry
Rubén Iranzo
LATE SHIFT
15
Late Mins
15
Late Mins
0
Total Mins
Started
Entry
Thierry Correia
LATE SHIFT
15
Late Mins
15
Late Mins
0
Total Mins
Started
Entry
Filip Ugrinić
LATE SHIFT
15
Late Mins
15
Late Mins
35
Total Mins
Started
Entry
Baptiste Santamaria
LATE SHIFT
15
Late Mins
15
Late Mins
0
Total Mins
Started
Entry
André Almeida
LATE SHIFT
15
Late Mins
15
Late Mins
0
Total Mins
Started
Entry
Largie Ramazani
LATE SHIFT
15
Late Mins
15
Late Mins
35
Total Mins
Started
Entry
Umar Sadiq
LATE SHIFT
15
Late Mins
15
Late Mins
35
Total Mins
Started
Entry
Dani Raba
LATE SHIFT
15
Late Mins
15
Late Mins
0
Total Mins
Started
Entry
Arnaut Danjuma
LATE SHIFT
15
Late Mins
15
Late Mins
0
Total Mins
Started
Entry
Rayo Vallecano
Goalkeepers
Augusto Batalla
LATE SHIFT
15
Late Mins
15
Late Mins
96
Total Mins
Started
Entry
Defenders
Iván Balliu
LATE SHIFT
15
Late Mins
15
Late Mins
73
Total Mins
73
Entry
Florian Lejeune
SNIPER
100%
Conversion
100%
Conversion
1
Goals
1
Shots
Nobel Mendy
LATE SHIFT
15
Late Mins
15
Late Mins
96
Total Mins
Started
Entry
Josep Chavarría
LATE SHIFT
15
Late Mins
15
Late Mins
96
Total Mins
Started
Entry
Midfielders
Óscar Valentín
LATE SHIFT
15
Late Mins
15
Late Mins
61
Total Mins
61
Entry
Gerard Gumbau 
SWEEPER
5
Cleanups
5
Cleanups
3
Interceptions
2
Blocks
Fran Pérez
LATE SHIFT
15
Late Mins
15
Late Mins
60
Total Mins
60
Entry
Pedro Díaz
LATE SHIFT
15
Late Mins
15
Late Mins
96
Total Mins
Started
Entry
Pacha
PROVOCATEUR
3
Fouls Won
3
Fouls Won
7
Duels Won
1
Pens Won
Forwards
Randy Nteka
LATE SHIFT
15
Late Mins
15
Late Mins
60
Total Mins
60
Entry
BENCH
Juanpe
SPECTATOR
0
Saves
0
Saves
0
Conceded
0
Minutes
Dani Cárdenas
SPECTATOR
0
Saves
0
Saves
0
Conceded
0
Minutes
Abdul Mumin
LATE SHIFT
15
Late Mins
15
Late Mins
0
Total Mins
Started
Entry
Jozhua Vertrouwd
LATE SHIFT
15
Late Mins
15
Late Mins
0
Total Mins
Started
Entry
Andrei Rațiu
LATE SHIFT
15
Late Mins
15
Late Mins
23
Total Mins
Started
Entry
Pathé Ismaël Ciss
LATE SHIFT
15
Late Mins
15
Late Mins
35
Total Mins
Started
Entry
Unai López
LATE SHIFT
15
Late Mins
15
Late Mins
29
Total Mins
Started
Entry
Óscar Trejo
LATE SHIFT
15
Late Mins
15
Late Mins
0
Total Mins
Started
Entry
Jorge de Frutos
LATE SHIFT
15
Late Mins
15
Late Mins
36
Total Mins
Started
Entry
Alemão
LATE SHIFT
15
Late Mins
15
Late Mins
36
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
Head to Head
| Date | Home | Score | Away | Competition | Venue |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 12/01/2025 | Rayo Vallecano | 1 - 1 | Valencia | La Liga | Campo de Futbol de Vallecas |
| 04/19/2025 | Rayo Vallecano | 1 - 1 | Valencia | La Liga | Estadio de Vallecas |
| 12/07/2024 | Valencia | 0 - 1 | Rayo Vallecano | La Liga | Estadio de Mestalla |
| 05/12/2024 | Valencia | 0 - 0 | Rayo Vallecano | La Liga | Estadio de Mestalla |
| 12/19/2023 | Rayo Vallecano | 0 - 1 | Valencia | La Liga | Estadio de Vallecas |
| 04/03/2023 | Valencia | 1 - 1 | Rayo Vallecano | La Liga | Estadio de Mestalla |
| 09/10/2022 | Rayo Vallecano | 2 - 1 | Valencia | La Liga | Estadio de Vallecas |
| 04/11/2022 | Rayo Vallecano | 1 - 1 | Valencia | La Liga | Estadio de Vallecas |
| 11/27/2021 | Valencia | 1 - 1 | Rayo Vallecano | La Liga | Estadio de Mestalla |
| 04/06/2019 | Rayo Vallecano | 2 - 0 | Valencia | La Liga | Estadio de Vallecas |
12/01/2025
04/19/2025
12/07/2024
05/12/2024
12/19/2023
04/03/2023
09/10/2022
04/11/2022
11/27/2021
04/06/2019
Valencia Win
Rayo Vallecano Win
Draw
League Standings
P: 36 GD: +59
P: 36 GD: +39
P: 36 GD: +24
P: 36 GD: +21
P: 36 GD: +12
P: 36 GD: +4
P: 36 GD: -6
P: 36 GD: -1
P: 36 GD: -6
P: 36 GD: -13
P: 36 GD: -12
P: 36 GD: -12
P: 36 GD: -4
P: 36 GD: -13
P: 36 GD: -12
P: 36 GD: -15
P: 36 GD: -9
P: 36 GD: -11
P: 36 GD: -15
League Standings
P: 38 GD: +59
P: 38 GD: +42
P: 37 GD: +22
P: 37 GD: +22
P: 38 GD: +11
P: 38 GD: +5
P: 38 GD: -6
P: 38 GD: -3
P: 38 GD: -9
P: 38 GD: -2
P: 38 GD: -12
P: 38 GD: -15
P: 38 GD: -14
P: 38 GD: -12
P: 38 GD: -8
P: 38 GD: -14
P: 38 GD: -6
P: 38 GD: -10
P: 38 GD: -16
Match previews and recaps to help you decide which games are worth watching
Early Penalty Drama Fades into Mid-Table Stalemate
Skip It Futmetrix Score: 30/100. A gritty, foul-heavy contest at Mestalla ultimately yielded a fair point that does little to shift the mid-table dial for either side.
The Chaotic Opening
The Estadio de Mestalla witnessed a chaotic opening exchange that instantly captivated the home crowd. Rayo Vallecano came out of the gates swinging, setting a high Intensity that visibly rattled the typically composed hosts. The drama peaked just eight minutes in when R. Nteka stepped up for a crucial penalty, only to surprisingly spurn the golden opportunity. Yet, instead of crumbling under the weight of that miss, the visitors doubled down on their aggressive press. Their resilience paid immediate dividends in the 20th minute. A brilliant delivery from G. Gumbau found F. Lejeune, who made absolutely no mistake and buried the chance to give Rayo a deserved early lead in enemy territory.
The Equalizing Pivot
Trailing at home, Valencia had to find an immediate answer to avoid a disastrous defeat. The hosts dug deep, slowly wrestling control of the midfield. They edged possession with 53 percent of the ball, forcing the visitors to retreat into a deeper block. The Balance of power decisively shifted just before the interval. As the pressure mounted, the home side finally broke through in the 40th minute. J. Guerra carved open the defence with a precise, clinical pass, serving it up perfectly for D. Lopez. The midfielder’s decisive strike leveled the match, completely altering the halftime team talks and injecting fresh belief into the stands.
The Tactical Grind
The second half failed to live up to the frantic pace of the first 45 minutes, descending quickly into a grinding tactical stalemate. Rayo Vallecano adopted a highly disruptive approach, committing a staggering 20 fouls to break up play and frustrate the hosts. While Valencia registered 12 total shots, their lack of a clinical edge meant only three seriously tested the goalkeeper. With both sides sitting comfortably mid-table in 9th and 12th, the Stakes were noticeably lower than earlier in the campaign. Our take is simple: the final 1-1 scoreline accurately reflects a match where defensive disruption ultimately neutralized attacking ambition as the season winds down.
Key Questions
Was the penalty miss by Florian Lejeune the turning point?
No. The early penalty was missed by R. Nteka in the 8th minute. Lejeune actually scored Rayo's opening goal shortly after.
How did Valencia complete the comeback from behind?
Valencia didn't secure a full comeback win, but salvaged a draw when D. Lopez fired home an equalizer in the 40th minute.
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.
Mid-Table Maneuvers at Mestalla
Skip It Futmetrix Score: 43/100. With both sides comfortably insulated from danger, this late-season fixture is strictly for the diehards and the tactical purists.
The Setup
As La Liga reaches Matchday 36 this May 14, 2026, the atmosphere at the Estadio de Mestalla will be noticeably relaxed. Valencia enter the weekend in 12th place, trailing their visitors Rayo Vallecano by just a single spot and three points. The Stakes for this encounter are incredibly modest, meaning neither manager needs to push the panic button. However, our metrics point to a remarkable level of Balance between the two squads, suggesting a tightly contested 90 minutes. While Rayo boast a highly respectable Form rating thanks to a solid run of recent results, the hosts have been sputtering toward the finish line. The lack of top-tier Stars on display might keep the casual fans away, but local pride ensures the tackles will still have some bite.
Key Battle
The outcome will likely hinge on which forward can manufacture a moment of magic out of nothing. For the hosts, Umar Sadiq offers a towering focal point in attack and will look to bully the Rayo center-backs. Tasked with leading the charge for the visitors is Randy Nteka, who has been a revelation in recent weeks. In a game that could easily become bogged down in midfield, clinical finishing from either of these frontmen will be the ultimate difference-maker.
Our Prediction
We anticipate a gritty, low-scoring draw. With the pressure off, neither side has a compelling reason to overcommit bodies forward and leave themselves vulnerable to the counter. A 1-1 stalemate seems the most logical conclusion, allowing both sets of players to chalk up another point before the summer break.