17 September 2019 at 17:00
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Home Record / Away Record
Aggregated season statistics from all available historical data. Use these to assess each team's overall form, scoring frequency, and tendency for high-scoring matches.
Home Record: Malaga
Away Record: Rayo Vallecano
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Data: football-data.co.uk
Match Summary
Malaga and Rayo Vallecano drew 1:1. The match was played in Segunda División 2019. Goals were scored by Cifuentes 7′, Adri Embarba 53′. 4 yellow cards were shown. Malaga had 36% possession while Rayo Vallecano held 64%. Malaga had 10 shots (2 on target) compared to 12 (3 on target) for Rayo Vallecano. Malaga made 3 substitutions, Rayo Vallecano made 3.
Match Events
Key match events between Malaga and Rayo Vallecano — 2 goals and 4 cards recorded during the match.
assist: Adrián
assist: Saúl García
Match Statistics
Malaga had 36% possession against Rayo Vallecano's 64%. Malaga registered 10 shots (2 on target) while Rayo Vallecano managed 12 (3 on target). Corner kicks: 4–6. Fouls committed: 14–13.
Lineups
Malaga lined up in a 3-5-2 formation under Víctor Sánchez, while Rayo Vallecano deployed a 4-2-3-1 under Paco Jémez.
Squad Ratings
The overall squad rating for Malaga is —, compared to 6.57 for Rayo Vallecano. This metric is derived from each player's average match rating across all league appearances this season — anything above 7.00 is considered strong, while below 6.50 signals inconsistency. Malaga's highest-rated starter is —, while Rayo Vallecano's best-rated player is Ó. Trejo (6.57).
Defensive Solidity
Malaga deploy 3 defenders rated — on average, against Rayo Vallecano's 4-man backline averaging —. Higher defensive ratings suggest better positional awareness, fewer individual errors, and a greater likelihood of keeping clean sheets. The rating accounts for tackles won, interceptions, aerial duels, and blocks throughout the season.
Midfield Control
Malaga field 5 midfielders averaging —, versus Rayo Vallecano's 5 rated 6.57. Midfield ratings reflect passing accuracy, interceptions, key passes, and overall control of possession — the team that dominates midfield typically dictates the tempo and territory of the match.
Forward Threat
Malaga start 2 forward(s) averaging —, compared to 1 for Rayo Vallecano averaging —. Forward ratings capture shot accuracy, movement off the ball, dribbling success, and involvement in build-up play — they indicate who carries the greater goal threat on the day.
Passing & Build-Up
Passing accuracy averages —% for Malaga and 84% for Rayo Vallecano. Higher passing accuracy generally indicates a possession-based style with patient build-up through the thirds, while lower figures may suggest a more direct, counter-attacking approach with long balls and quick transitions.
Discipline
Malaga's starters have collected 0 yellow cards this season, compared to 2 for Rayo Vallecano. Yellow cards reflect how aggressively a team presses and tackles — a high count may indicate a physical, high-pressing style but also risks suspensions and late free-kicks in dangerous areas.
Age & Experience
The average age of Malaga's starting XI is — (youngest: —, oldest: —), while Rayo Vallecano average 37.0 (youngest: Ó. Trejo (37), oldest: Ó. Trejo (37)). Younger squads typically offer pace, energy, and pressing intensity, while experienced lineups bring composure, game management, and the ability to handle high-pressure moments.
Squad Depth
Malaga's starters average 0 league appearances each, versus 6 for Rayo Vallecano. High appearance counts indicate an established, well-drilled unit that the manager trusts week in and week out. Lower figures may suggest rotation, injuries, or emerging players still earning their place in the team.
Substitutes
Coach: Víctor Sánchez
Substitutes
Coach: Paco Jémez
Recent Form
In their last 6 matches, Malaga have recorded 2 wins, 3 draws and 1 defeats. Rayo Vallecano show 3 wins, 0 draws and 3 losses from their last 6 outings.
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Malaga vs Rayo Vallecano Head to Head Results
Malaga and Rayo Vallecano have met 13 times — Malaga won 6, Rayo Vallecano won 5, with 2 draws. Their rivalry dates back to 2011. Malaga leads the head-to-head with 6 victories from 13 meetings. A combined 41 goals have been scored across these fixtures, averaging 3.15 per match (23 for the home side, 18 for the visitors). Both teams scored in 6 matches (46%). Over 2.5 goals landed in 8 games (62%), making it a fixture that tends to produce goals. The highest-scoring encounter finished 4–2 in 2012.
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Drawn
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Recent Meetings (13)
API data: 17 Apr 2026