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MARCH 10 • YOUTUBE

Florian Lejeune - Scores in draw Lejeune scored one goal to go with three shots (two on goal) in Saturday's 1-1 draw versus Cadiz.

Impact Lejeune notched his first goal of the season in the 89th minute as the opposing goalkeeper misplayed a corner kick, which resulted in his goal scoring opportunity. Aside from his goal, the central defender registered 10 clearances, matching his season-high.

MARCH 3 • ROTOWIRE

Stole Dimitrievski - Concedes once in draw Dimitrievski made four saves and allowed one goal in Saturday's 1-1 draw against Cadiz.

Impact Dimitrievski was beaten in the 101st minute by a powerful finish, which marked the equalizing goal. Aside from the goal allowed, the goalkeeper made four saves and has now registered three or more saves in five consecutive matches. Next, he'll face off against Alaves, a team with 25 goals in 26 games.

MARCH 3 • ROTOWIRE

Isi Palazon - Fit for Cadiz clash Isi (undisclosed) is in the starting XI for Saturday's clash with Cadiz.

Impact Isi returns after serving a suspension last week while also dealing with a knock. The attacker had started every match since September 27th prior to last weeks absence.

MARCH 2 • ROTOWIRE

Isi Palazon - Listed as questionable Isi (undisclosed) is questionable for Saturday's match against Cadiz, per manager Inigo Perez. "There is one training session left now to make the decision. We will wait to see if...

Impact Isi served a suspension last match, but has also picked up an undisclosed injury that could see him sidelined again. He has previously started the last 18 matches in a row, totaling 24 starts in 25 appearances with three goals and one assist. Jorge de Frutos will likely get the call again to start at right midfield again if Isi is indeed ruled out.

MARCH 1 • ROTOWIRE

Stole Dimitrievski - Concedes three in loss Dimitrievski had five saves and allowed three goals in Monday's 3-0 defeat to Girona.

Impact Dimitrievski conceded more than two goals in a match for the first time in his last 11 appearances. Additionally, it marked the first time in 14 appearances that he registered five saves in a match. Up next for Rayo Vallecano is an encounter with Cadiz on Saturday.

FEBRUARY 28 • ROTOWIRE

Alfonso Espino - Active effort in loss Espino recorded one shot (zero on goal), three crosses (zero accurate) and two chances created in Monday's 3-0 defeat to Girona.

Impact Espino continued to do his best to put his squad in scoring position, as he is now up to nine chances created through the last four games. This marked the fourth time in 24 appearances this season that he recorded at least 40 completed passes. Additionally, this marked the fourth consecutive game with at least three interceptions in a match for Espino.

FEBRUARY 28 • ROTOWIRE

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FEBRUARY 26 • ASSOCIATED PRESS

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FEBRUARY 26 • YOUTUBE

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FEBRUARY 26 • YOUTUBE

Isi Palazon - Suspension served Palazon served the one-match ban and is eligible for Saturday's clash with Cadiz.

Impact Palazon was set for a suspension due to yellow card accumulation and had to be left on the sideline against Girona. The midfielder is now fit and available to return, likely replacing Jorge de Frutos in the starting XI for Saturday's match against Cadiz.

FEBRUARY 26 • ROTOWIRE

Isi Palazon - Set for suspension Palazon registered one cross (zero accurate) and one corner in Sunday's 1-1 draw versus Real Madrid. He was subbed off due to injury in the 56th minute.

Impact Palazon will miss his first match of the season after receiving his fifth yellow card of the season. He's managed to start 24 of the 25 games played, generating three goals and one assist while averaging about 3.4 crosses per contest. In his absence, Jorge de Frutos could see the start at right midfield for the clash with Girona.

FEBRUARY 19 • ROTOWIRE

Raul De Tomas - Nets goal de Tomas scored one goal to go with two shots (one on target) in Sunday's 1-1 draw versus Real Madrid. In addition, he was given a yellow card in the 81st minute.

Impact De Tomas got his first start since Dec 19 while scoring the lone goal for the team. It was also his first goal of the season, having struggled to find playing time since making the move to Rayo Vallecano last campaign. The forward only scored five goals since the 2022/23 season while totaling 17 goals when he was with Espanyol during the 2021/22 campaign.

FEBRUARY 19 • ROTOWIRE

Stole Dimitrievski - Three saves in tie Dimitrievski registered three saves and allowed one goal in Sunday's 1-1 draw against Real Madrid.

Impact Dimitrievski continues to average about three saves per match after recording 17 in the last six games. This also puts him at 80 saves on the season, which is fifth most in the league. The keeper will make a trip to Girona for the next game on Feb 26, who have scored four goals in the last five contests.

FEBRUARY 19 • ROTOWIRE

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FEBRUARY 18 • YOUTUBE

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FEBRUARY 18 • MASSLIVE.COM

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FEBRUARY 13 • ASSOCIATED PRESS

Florian Lejeune - Logs eight clearances in loss Lejeune had two off-target shots, created one chance, made eight clearances and drew three fouls during Sunday's 2-1 loss against Mallorca.

Impact Lejeune was dominant on aerial plays on both ends as he paced all players in clearances while also being a threat on attacking set pieces but his performance wasn't enough for his side to escape with at least one point here. The center-back, who currently ranks sixth among all La Liga players with 99 clearances, will probably have his hands full again next Sunday as Rayo hosts league leaders Real Madrid.

FEBRUARY 13 • ROTOWIRE

Stole Dimitrievski - Gets beaten twice versus Mallorca Dimitrievski made three saves and conceded two goals during Sunday's 2-1 loss against Mallorca.

Impact Dimitrievski made some nice interventions here but was beaten once each half on close-range headers, with the second goal coming during second half's stoppage time. With multiple goals allowed in four of his last five starts, the goalkeeper has another tough challenge ahead as his side hosts league leaders Real Madrid next Sunday.

FEBRUARY 13 • ROTOWIRE

Alvaro Garcia - Scores against Mallorca Garcia scored a goal off his lone shot, created one chance and sent in five crosses (three accurate) during Sunday's 2-1 loss against Mallorca.

Impact Garcia was a big threat from the left wing but his biggest contribution came with him stepping inside the six-yard box and benefiting from a bad clearance to slot the ball into the empty net and momentarily draw things level at 1-1 in the 76th minute. That's now two goals over the last three starts for the attacker, who will try to keep it up during next Sunday's home clash against Real Madrid.

FEBRUARY 13 • ROTOWIRE

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FEBRUARY 11 • YOUTUBE

Bebe - Back from AFCON Bebe is in the squad to face Mallorca on Sunday.

Impact Bebe returns after missing Rayo's last four matches while at AFCON with Cape Verde. The forward has yet to start a match for Rayo this season as a backup option at the club.

FEBRUARY 11 • ROTOWIRE

Alfonso Espino - Sets up lone Rayo goal Espino had an assist while taking an off target shot, crossing four times (two accurate), creating four chances and making three interceptions during Monday's 2-1 loss to Sevilla.

Impact Espino set up Isi Palazon in the 29th minute assisting Rayo's lone goal while leading the team in chances created and interceptions. The assist was the fullback's first goal involvement of the season as he has nine crosses, seven chances created and eight interceptions over his last five starts.

FEBRUARY 6 • ROTOWIRE

Stole Dimitrievski - Concedes twice in loss Dimitrievski allowed two goals while making four saves during Monday's 2-1 loss to Sevilla.

Impact Dimitrievski conceded twice in the first half including allowing the game winning goal in the 45th minute. The keeper has allowed two goals in back-to-back matches while making five saves.

FEBRUARY 6 • ROTOWIRE

Alvaro Garcia - Leader in crosses, chances created Garcia took an off target shot, crossed nine times (two accurate) and created four chances during Monday's 2-1 loss to Sevilla.

Impact Garcia was held off the scoresheet, but was the main creator for Rayo leading his side in both crosses and chances created. The midfielder has scored once while taking seven shots, creating six chances and crossing 20 times over his last three starts.

FEBRUARY 6 • ROTOWIRE

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