RAYO VALLECANO NEWS

Luca Zidane - Concedes two in loss Zidane conceded two goals and made three saves during Friday's 2-1 loss to Elche.

Impact Zidane returned to the lineup for the first time in three matches but it didn't change a third loss in four starts during 2022. He'll hope to stay in the side against Real Madrid, though that could be a poor matchup against the league leaders.

FEBRUARY 19, 2022 • ROTOWIRE

Oscar Trejo - Creates one chance in loss Trejo created one chance from five crosses (three accurate) during Friday's 2-1 loss to Elche.

Impact Trejo started for the first time in three matches and kept up some consistency in his production. It helps to also be the leading set piece taker, so his value can be reliable when his minutes aren't guaranteed to be so. Up next is a visit from Real Madrid, which have conceded the second-fewest goals in La Liga.

FEBRUARY 19, 2022 • ROTOWIRE

Sergi Guardiola - Starts in loss Sergi put one shot off target and created one chance in 70 minutes of Friday's 2-1 loss to Elche.

Impact Sergi returned to the lineup for the first time in five matches but still couldn't reverse his side's losing streak in 2022. Life won't get much easier with Real Madrid and Sevilla coming up in two of the next three matches.

FEBRUARY 19, 2022 • ROTOWIRE

Isi Palazon - Provides assist in loss Palazon provided one assist from one chance created and put four shots off target during Friday's 2-1 loss to Elche.

Impact Palazon has taken far more shots (43) than provided crosses (27) en route to recording his first assist Friday. As he's also failed to put a shot on target in three straight games, it's hard to trust him too much ahead of a visit from Real Madrid.

FEBRUARY 19, 2022 • ROTOWIRE

Fran Garcia - Scores in loss Garcia scored one goal from three shots (two on goal) and logged four crosses (two accurate) during Friday's 2-1 loss to Elche.

Impact Garcia scored for the first time this season but Rayo continued their struggles in 2022. This match also represented his first time starting in three games and he wasted no time turning in a solid performance. However, he'll have an even tougher matchup during Saturday's visit from Real Madrid.

FEBRUARY 19, 2022 • ROTOWIRE

Elche fights back for 2-1 win over Rayo in Spanish league

Elche has scored two late goals to fight back for a 2-1 win over Rayo Vallecano at home in the Spanish league

FEBRUARY 18, 2022 • ASSOCIATED PRESS

Unai Lopez - Still out Friday Lopez (thigh) will not be an option versus Elche on Friday.

Impact Lopez will be out of action for his second straight match due to his thigh problem. Prior to his absence, the midfielder started just two of his previous five contests in which he registered one shot (off target), seven crosses (zero on target) and seven corners. If he can crack the starting XI, Lopez is capable of offering solid fantasy value.

FEBRUARY 18, 2022 • ROTOWIRE

MATCHDAY: Juventus hosts Torino for the Derby della Mole

Juventus hosts Torino for the Turin Derby after Danilo’s injury-time equalizer at Atalanta on Sunday stretched Juve’s unbeaten run in the league to 11 games

FEBRUARY 17, 2022 • ASSOCIATED PRESS

Stole Dimitrievski - Concedes three in loss Dimitrievski conceded three goals and made two saves during Saturday's 3-0 loss to Osasuna.

Impact Dimitrievski has conceded five goals in his last two matches following his return to the lineup. With his side now struggling to score goals, his value has sunk as the odds of winning become lower. Up next is a trip to Elche, which are now facing more injury issues.

FEBRUARY 13, 2022 • ROTOWIRE

Kevin Rodrigues - Wins three tackles against Osasuna Rodrigues won three-of-three tackles and made three interceptions during Saturday's 3-0 loss to Osasuna.

Impact Rodrigues has started each of the last two matches at left-back after barely playing all season on loan at Rayo. Though his team lost, this was a better individual effort, so he could remain in the lineup in the short-term. Up next is a trip to Elche.

FEBRUARY 13, 2022 • ROTOWIRE

Isi Palazon - Plays first half in loss Palazon provided one cross in 45 minutes of Saturday's 3-0 loss to Osasuna.

Impact Palazon was pulled after halftime with his side already down two goals but never offered much when he was on the pitch. With no goals and just seven crosses in his last eight appearances, Palazon isn't the best option at the moment.

FEBRUARY 13, 2022 • ROTOWIRE

Alvaro Garcia - Provides 12 crosses in loss Garcia created two chances from 12 crosses (three accurate) and put three shots off target during Saturday's 3-0 loss to Osasuna.

Impact Garcia has provided 12-or-more crosses in two of his last three starts but all have ended in defeat for his side. With the Copa del Rey taking a back seat for a couple of weeks, hopefully his high output turns into better production soon. Up next is a trip to Elche.

FEBRUARY 13, 2022 • ROTOWIRE

Falcao - Logs three shots in loss Falcao took three shots (two on goal) and drew three fouls during Saturday's 3-0 loss to Osasuna.

Impact Falcao has started in three of the last four matches but has yet to recover the form that saw him score in six of his first eight appearances of the season. He'll next face Elche, which are tied for the second-most goals conceded to forwards in La Liga.

FEBRUARY 13, 2022 • ROTOWIRE

Carvalho's goal gives Betis edge over Rayo in Copa semifinal

William Carvalho came up with a solution that would make most top strikers proud while surrounded by defenders inside the area

FEBRUARY 9, 2022 • ASSOCIATED PRESS

MATCHDAY: City looks to extend EPL lead, Copa semis commence

Manchester City looks to extend its lead in the Premier League to 12 points when it hosts Brentford

FEBRUARY 8, 2022 • ASSOCIATED PRESS

Pellegrini makes Real Betis a contender again in Spain

Being a fan of Spanish club Real Betis fan wasn’t much fun not long ago

FEBRUARY 8, 2022 • ASSOCIATED PRESS

Randy Nteka - Makes one tackle at Celta Nteka made one tackle (won) in Saturday's 2-0 loss at Celta.

Impact Nteka had a quiet outing and registered just one tackle won before subbing off in the 65th minute. The forward started for the eighth time in 19 appearances, but has yet to play the full 90 minutes in the season. He will now look for more playing time against Osasuna on Saturday.

FEBRUARY 8, 2022 • ROTOWIRE

Pathe Ciss - Makes four interceptions in loss Ciss made one tackle (won), four interceptions and three clearances and picked up a yellow card in Saturday's 2-0 loss at Celta.

Impact Ciss had a good defensive outing, leading his side in interceptions, but it wasn't enough to avoid the road loss. The midfielder has been in and out the starting XI during the season, and started for the second game in a row. He will look to get the nod again versus Osasuna on Saturday.

FEBRUARY 8, 2022 • ROTOWIRE

Oscar Trejo - Picks up yellow card as sub Trejo registered one chance created, three crosses (one accurate), three tackles (one won) and a yellow card in Saturday's 2-0 loss at Celta.

Impact Trejo subbed on for the injured Unai Lopez in the first half and had a good outing, co-leading his side in tackles. But the midfielder also received his eighth yellow card of the season. That's something to keep in mind when they host Osasuna on Saturday.

FEBRUARY 8, 2022 • ROTOWIRE

Stole Dimitrievski - Makes one save in loss Dimitrievski made one save and two clearances during Saturday's 2-0 loss at Celta.

Impact Dmitrievski started again after missing their last three games, but conceded twice as they ended up with the road loss. The goalkeeper has six clean sheets in the season in 19 starts. He will now look to bounce back when they host Osasuna on Saturday.

FEBRUARY 8, 2022 • ROTOWIRE

Unai Lopez - Subs off holding groin Lopez (thigh) was brought off the pitch during Saturday's 2-0 loss to Celta Vigo.

Impact Lopez was brought off the pitch holding his inner thigh, after attempting a lunge. While the severity of the strain is unclear, it was a rough sight for the midfielder. He will hope to make his way back into full training before a Saturday clash with Osasuna. Oscar Trejo came on the pitch in place of Lopez during Sunday's match.

FEBRUARY 7, 2022 • ROTOWIRE

Athletic faces Valencia in Copa after slaying Madrid, Barça

Athletic Bilbao is again showing Spain why it claims to be the “king” of the Copa del Rey

FEBRUARY 4, 2022 • ASSOCIATED PRESS