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SEPTEMBER 24, 2023 • YOUTUBE

KIKE aparece en el momento perfecto🔥🔥 #shorts

SEPTEMBER 24, 2023 • YOUTUBE

Falcao - Out as expected Falcao is not in the match day squad to face Villarreal on Sunday.

Impact Falcao misses out as expected as he continues to recover from an undisclosed injury. The forward has played just 20 minutes through the opening five La Liga matches with Raul de Tomas leading the line for Rayo on Sunday.

SEPTEMBER 24, 2023 • ROTOWIRE

Falcao - Not expected to play Sunday Falcao (undisclosed) didn't train Thursday and is not expected to be part of the squad for Sunday's match against Villarreal, Alejandro Moreno of Diario AS reports.

Impact Falcao has been training on the side and is going through a specific rehab program that doesn't contemplate his presence in the match against Villarreal as of Thursday. If that is the case, his next chance to feature would come against Cadiz next Wednesday.

SEPTEMBER 21, 2023 • ROTOWIRE

Randy Nteka - Could be out several weeks Nteka (undisclosed) didn't train Thursday and is not expected to be part of the squad for Sunday's match against Villarreal, Alejandro Moreno of Diario AS reports.

Impact The team has not announced what exactly is the injury that Nteka is nursing, but he didn't leave the gym during Thursday's session and was spotted talking with the medical staff earlier this week. No reports have been confirmed, but the coaching staff believes that Nteka won't be available until early October at the earliest. If he doesn't suit up against Villarreal as expected, then his next chance to feature will come next Wednesday against Cadiz on the road.

SEPTEMBER 21, 2023 • ROTOWIRE

Kike Perez - First start in win Kike Perez had four shots (two on goal) and one cross (zero accurate) in Friday's 2-0 win versus Deportivo Alaves.

Impact Perez started his first game for Rayo after being a substitute last time out and had a solid attacking output. The midfielder will be hopeful of earning minutes against Villareal next time out after this showing.

SEPTEMBER 16, 2023 • ROTOWIRE

Alvaro Garcia - Two-way impact in win Garcia assisted once to go with two shots (zero on goal), eight crosses (three accurate) and three chances created in Friday's 2-0 victory against Deportivo Alaves.

Impact Garcia assisted De Frutos to wrap the win up late and started his fifth game out of five, cementing his importance in the Rayo midfield. He also made four tackles (two won) to go with two interceptions and a clearance on top of his attacking stats.

SEPTEMBER 16, 2023 • ROTOWIRE

Jorge De Frutos Sebastian - Busy off the bench Jorge De Frutos scored one goal to go with three shots (two on goal) in Friday's 2-0 victory over Deportivo Alaves.

Impact De Frutos scored his first goal for Rayo since his summer move from Levante after coming on as a substitute. He also tallied three shots (two on goal) and will continue to fight for minutes in Rayo's midfield and forward lines.

SEPTEMBER 16, 2023 • ROTOWIRE

Isi Palazon - Nets penalty in win Isi Palazon scored one goal to go with three shots (three on goal), four crosses (one accurate) and three corners in Friday's 2-0 win over Deportivo Alaves.

Impact Palazon scored his second of the season from the penalty spot in Rayo's win over Alaves. The midfielder has been remarkably consistent to start this season, tallying at least two shots, one chance created and a corner in every game so far.

SEPTEMBER 16, 2023 • ROTOWIRE

Stole Dimitrievski - Easy clean sheet in win Dimitrievski registered one save and secured a clean sheet in Friday's 2-0 victory over Deportivo Alaves.

Impact Dimitrievski made one save and that was all that was required to keep his third clean sheet in five games this season. He is averaging over four saves a game this year with 21 in five games.

SEPTEMBER 16, 2023 • ROTOWIRE

Rayo Vallecano beats Alaves 2-0 after back-to-back losses in Spanish league

Rayo Vallecano has recovered from back-to-back losses in the Spanish league to beat Alaves 2-0 at home

SEPTEMBER 15, 2023 • ASSOCIATED PRESS

Resumen de Rayo Vallecano vs Deportivo Alavés (2-0)

SEPTEMBER 15, 2023 • YOUTUBE

Falcao - Ruled out Friday Falcao was left out of the match-day squad versus Deportivo Alaves on Friday.

Impact Falcao has yet to feature in the starting XI this season but with Randy Nteka (undisclosed) also on the shelf, Falcao could have been selected to start. Instead, Sergio Camello will make his first appearance in the starting XI. For his part, Falcao figures to serve primarily as a bench option unless Nteka is sidelined long-term.

SEPTEMBER 15, 2023 • ROTOWIRE

Oscar Trejo - Could get time off bench Trejo (strain) is on the bench for Friday's match against Alaves.

Impact Trejo is a part of the team for Friday's match but is not in the starting lineup after being designated to the bench. His bench role should only be temporary as they try to work him back to full health after the injury. The attacker has started in three matches this season, notching five crosses, two chances created and two shots.

SEPTEMBER 15, 2023 • ROTOWIRE

Randy Nteka - Left out against Deportivo Alaves Nteka was not included in the match-day squad versus Alaves on Friday.

Impact Nteka has started three of the club's first four matches, in which he has recorded one goal on seven shots (two on target), four tackles (one won) and three clearances. With the forward dropped from the squad due to an undisclosed injury, Sergio Camello figures to feature up top.

SEPTEMBER 15, 2023 • ROTOWIRE

Stole Dimitrievski - Starting against Alaves Dimitrievski is starting against Alaves on Friday.

Impact Dimitrievski is back in the starting XI after being sidelined temporarily over the break with a back injury. With his starting today, it is easy to conclude that the injury was nothing but a slight knock. He has started all four matches this season, registering two clean sheets.

SEPTEMBER 15, 2023 • ROTOWIRE

Oscar Trejo - Back in training Trejo (strain) returned to training Thursday ahead of Friday's clash with Alaves, according to manager Francisco.

Impact Trejo missed the final match before the international break and is now back in training Thursday. The midfielder should be an option for the first team once more after making three starts in the opening three matches before the injury.

SEPTEMBER 14, 2023 • ROTOWIRE

Stole Dimitrievski - Tests negative Dimitrievski (back) underwent tests on his back injury and was deemed fit to resume training, according to manager Francisco.

Impact Dimitrievski suffered the back injury while on international duty and is now returning to training with Vallecano. It's still uncertain if he will be back in net for Friday's clash with Alaves but it seems Dimitrievski avoided a major injury.

SEPTEMBER 14, 2023 • ROTOWIRE

Óscar Valentín - Secures contract extension Valentin signed a contract extension with Rayo Vallecano through 2027 on Wednesday.

Impact Valentin has started each of the club's first four contests this season in which he registered two shots (one on target), 12 tackles (eight won) and three chances created. The defensive midfielder should continue to feature prominently in the starting XI moving forward and should rack up plenty of defensive stats.

SEPTEMBER 13, 2023 • ROTOWIRE

Stole Dimitrievski - Struggling with back injury Dimitrievski (back) had to be recalled from national team duty after suffering a back injury, UnionRayo reports.

Impact Dimitrievski was pulled out of national team duty due to a back injury. The goalkeeper could be a doubt for Friday's clash with Alaves, which could move Daniel Cardenas into the starting XI.

SEPTEMBER 11, 2023 • ROTOWIRE

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SEPTEMBER 4, 2023 • YOUTUBE

Aridane - Six clearances in defeat Aridane registered one tackle (one won) and six clearances in Saturday's 1-0 defeat to Betis.

Impact Aridane reached a new season high with six clearances, marking the fourth time he's recorded four or more in just four games. The defender also notched a tackle, extending his streak to four consecutive games with a tackle. Additionally, he created his first chance of the season.

SEPTEMBER 2, 2023 • ROTOWIRE

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SEPTEMBER 2, 2023 • YOUTUBE

Florian Lejeune - Takes three shots in defeat Lejeune recorded three shots (two on goal) in Saturday's 1-0 defeat versus Betis.

Impact Lejeune led his team with three shots taken, two of which were on goal. The defender has now totaled eight shots over the past three games. He also managed to record three clearances, after failing to record one in his previous match.

SEPTEMBER 2, 2023 • ROTOWIRE

Stole Dimitrievski - Concedes once in defeat Dimitrievski recorded five saves and allowed one goal in Saturday's 1-0 defeat versus Betis.

Impact Dimitrievski fared better in this match, only allowing one goal after conceding seven in his previous contest. He also recorded five saves, and has now registered five or more saves in three out of four games. Next, he'll face off against Alaves, a team that has scored five goals in four games.

SEPTEMBER 2, 2023 • ROTOWIRE

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Rayo Vallecano beats Alaves 2-0 after back-to-back losses in Spanish league