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Rayo Vallecano vs Girona

Estadio de Vallecas, Madrid22 October 2016 at 19:00
Referee: Saul Ais Reig

Match Events

Rayo Vallecano
Girona
Kick Off
Half Time
Alhassane BangouraSanti Comesaña
46′
Manucho Gonçalves
48′
66′
S. LongoCristian
71′
Sebas CorisSandaza
F. CristaldoB. Zuculini
76′
80′
Rubén AlcarazJuan Cámara
Fran BeltránRoberto Trashorras
84′
Roberto Trashorras90′
Full Time

Match Statistics

4Shots on Goal2
7Shots off Goal10
16Total Shots13
5Blocked Shots1
7Shots insidebox7
9Shots outsidebox6
11Fouls14
3Corner Kicks5
0Offsides4
50%Ball Possession50%
2Yellow Cards2
0Red Cards0
2Goalkeeper Saves3
358Total passes356
258Passes accurate238
72%Passes %67%

Lineups

Squad Ratings

The overall squad rating for Rayo Vallecano is —, compared to 6.56 for Girona. 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. Rayo Vallecano's highest-rated starter is —, while Girona's best-rated player is Portu (6.56).

Defensive Solidity

Rayo Vallecano deploy 5 defenders rated — on average, against Girona's 3-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

Rayo Vallecano field 3 midfielders averaging —, versus Girona's 4 rated —. 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

Rayo Vallecano start 2 forward(s) averaging —, compared to 3 for Girona averaging 6.56. 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 Rayo Vallecano and 71% for Girona. 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

Rayo Vallecano's starters have collected 0 yellow cards this season, compared to 1 for Girona. 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 Rayo Vallecano's starting XI is — (youngest: —, oldest: —), while Girona average 33.0 (youngest: Portu (33), oldest: Portu (33)). 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

Rayo Vallecano's starters average 0 league appearances each, versus 10 for Girona. 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.

Rayo Vallecano4-2-3-15-3-2Girona
GKDEFMIDFWD
1Gazzani.18Castro4Amaya2Galán3Martínez20Ebert6Moreno16Cristal.29Beltrán9Gonçalv.19Bangoura13Bounou4Ramalho5Alcalá11Aday15Juanpe20Coris24García14Alcaraz9Portu8Pons12Longo

Substitutes

Coach: José Ramón Sandoval

Substitutes

Coach: Pablo Machín

Rayo VallecanoPosition StrengthGirona
Avg Rating
6.56
Forward (2 v 3)6.56
0G 0A0G 0A
Rayo Vallecano4-2-3-1
1GoalkeeperP. Gazzaniga
18DefenderZé Castro
4DefenderAntonio Amaya
2DefenderErnesto Galán
3DefenderNacho Martínez
6DefenderÁlex Moreno
20MidfielderP. Ebert
16MidfielderF. Cristaldo
29MidfielderFran Beltrán
9ForwardManucho Gonçalves
19ForwardAlhassane Bangoura
Girona5-3-2
13GoalkeeperY. Bounou
4DefenderRamalho
5DefenderAlcalá
15DefenderJuanpe
11MidfielderAday
20MidfielderSebas Coris
14MidfielderRubén Alcaraz
8MidfielderPere Pons
24ForwardBorja García
9ForwardPortu6.6
12ForwardS. Longo

Match Summary

Rayo Vallecano defeated Girona 1:0. The match was played in Segunda División 2016. Goals were scored by Manucho Gonçalves 48′. 4 yellow cards were shown. Rayo Vallecano had 50% possession while Girona held 50%. Rayo Vallecano had 16 shots (4 on target) compared to 13 (2 on target) for Girona. Rayo Vallecano made 3 substitutions, Girona made 3.

Rivalry since 2017

Rayo Vallecano vs Girona Head to Head Results

18 stretnutí
Rayo Vallecano
7
wins
Drawn
4
Girona
7
wins
Total goals
50 · 2.8/match
Both scored
12/18 · 67%
Over 2.5
13/18 · 72%

Recent Form

Rayo Vallecano

WWDWLL

Girona

LLLDWL

Betting Odds & Historical Data

Opening pre-match odds recorded for this fixture at the time it was played. These are historical figures for analytical reference only and do not reflect any current market.

Historical data only — not for betting

This data is sourced from football-data.co.uk and covers historical match results and pre-match odds. These figures do not represent current or live odds and cannot be used for placing bets. Betting is not possible on this website. Provided for analytical and research purposes only.

Head-to-Head Record

Rayo Vallecano dominates

Historical results between these two teams — showing who has dominated this fixture and whether the current odds reflect that pattern.

Rayo Vallecano4wins
1draws6 meetings
Girona1wins

Goals in This Fixture

How many goals these two teams typically produce when they meet, based on their historical encounters.

2.2

Average goals per game

50%

Games with 3+ goals

50%

Both teams scored

Potential Betting Value Detected

Historical win rate (100%) differs significantly from the market-implied probability (46%) — the odds may underestimate Rayo Vallecano.

Market Summary

Margin: 5.6%

Implied win probabilities calculated from pre-match odds across multiple sources. A higher percentage means the market considered that outcome more likely. Compare these against your own assessment to spot potential value.

Implied Probability

Home 48.4%Draw 30.8%Away 26.2%

Odds Range

1X2
Min2.053.103.50
Max2.103.394.00
Market favourite:Rayo Vallecano · Slight favourite

Market Consensus

Professional markets (sharp bookmakers) reflect sharp money and are harder to beat. Public markets are softer. When the two disagree significantly (highlighted in amber), it may indicate a mispriced line worth investigating.

1X2
Professional market46.4%28.8%24.8%
Public market46.0%30.4%23.6%
Δ0.4%1.7%1.2%

Rayo Vallecano vs Girona — margin-removed probabilities

Result vs. Market

Rayo Vallecano
Result vs. Market: Rayo Vallecano (48%)

Result matched market prediction

Match Statistics

Actual in-game statistics recorded for this match. Shots on target is a strong indicator of attacking pressure and correlates well with expected goals.

Rayo VallecanoHalf-time:00Girona

Head-to-Head History

Historical results between these two teams. Bold odds show which outcome was backed by the market — compare against the actual result to assess predictability of this fixture over time.

DateHomeScoreAwayAvg. odds
10/04/21Rayo Vallecano2–1Girona1.93/3.23/4.39
14/12/20Girona0–0Rayo Vallecano2.71/3.05/2.80
05/01/20Rayo Vallecano1–0Girona2.29/3.18/3.26
08/09/19Girona3–1Rayo Vallecano2.13/3.15/3.73
22/10/16Rayo Vallecano1–0Girona2.07/3.25/3.81
01/04/17Girona1–3Rayo Vallecano1.84/3.34/4.68

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: Rayo Vallecano

W 189D 149L 162
Over 2.548
Goals scored665

Away Record: Girona

W 202D 143L 159
Over 2.543
Goals scored656

Data: football-data.co.uk

Statistics are for informational purposes only. Past performance does not guarantee future results.

API data: 11 May 2026