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Rayo Vallecano vs Almeria

Estadio de Vallecas, Madrid12 October 2017 at 20:00
Referee: Juan Luis Pulido Santana

Match Events

Rayo Vallecano
Almeria
Kick Off
Half Time
46′
Nauzet AlemánJoaquín Fernández
Santi Comesaña

assist: Adri Embarba

53′
Santi ComesañaManucho Gonçalves
56′
58′
P. EstupiñánRubén Alcaraz
62′Nano
Raúl de TomásA. Domínguez
65′
82′
Fran RodríguezFidel
Unai LópezDiego Aguirre
88′
Full Time

Match Statistics

8Shots on Goal1
4Shots off Goal4
18Total Shots5
6Blocked Shots0
9Shots insidebox2
9Shots outsidebox3
10Fouls24
11Corner Kicks3
2Offsides0
62%Ball Possession38%
2Yellow Cards3
0Red Cards2
1Goalkeeper Saves7
486Total passes294
422Passes accurate238
87%Passes %81%

Lineups

Squad Ratings

The overall squad rating for Rayo Vallecano is 6.69, compared to — for Almeria. 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 Unai López (6.80), while Almeria's best-rated player is —.

Defensive Solidity

Rayo Vallecano deploy 4 defenders rated — on average, against Almeria's 5-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 5 midfielders averaging 6.69, versus Almeria's 3 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 1 forward(s) averaging —, compared to 2 for Almeria 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 85% for Rayo Vallecano and —% for Almeria. 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 8 yellow cards this season, compared to 0 for Almeria. 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 33.5 (youngest: Unai López (30), oldest: Ó. Trejo (37)), while Almeria average — (youngest: —, oldest: —). 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 16 league appearances each, versus 0 for Almeria. 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 Vallecano4-1-4-14-2-3-1Almeria
GKDEFMIDFWD
1García14Baiano5Dorado20Velázqu.28Akieme17López27Comesaña29Beltrán8Trejo22Tomás11Embarba1René21Nano23Morcillo3Owona2Rodrígu.30Estupiñ.15Alemán4Verza6Mandi10Pozo20Caballe.

Substitutes

Coach: Míchel

Substitutes

Coach: Luis Miguel Ramis

Rayo VallecanoPosition StrengthAlmeria
6.69
Avg Rating
6.69Midfielder (5 v 3)
0G 3A0G 0A
Rayo Vallecano4-1-4-1
1GoalkeeperAlberto García
14DefenderBaiano
5DefenderChechu Dorado
20DefenderE. Velázquez
28DefenderSergio Akieme
17MidfielderUnai López6.83A
27MidfielderSanti Comesaña
29MidfielderFran Beltrán
8MidfielderÓ. Trejo6.6
11MidfielderAdri Embarba
22ForwardRaúl de Tomás
Almeria4-2-3-1
1GoalkeeperRené
21DefenderNano
23DefenderJorge Morcillo
3DefenderL. Owona
2DefenderFran Rodríguez
30DefenderP. Estupiñán
15MidfielderNauzet Alemán
4MidfielderVerza
6MidfielderMandi
10ForwardJosé Ángel Pozo
20ForwardP. Caballero

Match Summary

Rayo Vallecano defeated Almeria 1:0. The match was played in Segunda División 2017. Goals were scored by Santi Comesaña 53′. 5 yellow cards were shown, 2 red cards. Rayo Vallecano had 62% possession while Almeria held 38%. Rayo Vallecano had 18 shots (8 on target) compared to 5 (1 on target) for Almeria. Rayo Vallecano made 3 substitutions, Almeria made 3.

Rivalry since 2013

Rayo Vallecano vs Almeria Head to Head Results

15 stretnutí
Rayo Vallecano
9
wins
Drawn
1
Almeria
5
wins
Total goals
31 · 2.1/match
Both scored
4/15 · 27%
Over 2.5
4/15 · 27%

Recent Form

Rayo Vallecano

WWDWLL

Almeria

WWWLWL

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

Even record

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

Rayo Vallecano4wins
1draws8 meetings
Almeria3wins

Goals in This Fixture

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

1.9

Average goals per game

25%

Games with 3+ goals

25%

Both teams scored

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 58.4%Draw 27.2%Away 19.7%

Odds Range

1X2
Min1.683.504.50
Max1.733.915.69
Market favourite:Rayo Vallecano · Moderate 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 market58.0%24.9%17.1%
Public market54.3%26.9%18.8%
Δ3.6%1.9%1.7%

Rayo Vallecano vs Almeria — margin-removed probabilities

Result vs. Market

Rayo Vallecano
Result vs. Market: Rayo Vallecano (58%)

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:00Almeria
18Shots6
8Shots on target1

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
02/04/21Almeria0–1Rayo Vallecano2.35/3.06/3.22
08/11/20Rayo Vallecano0–1Almeria2.06/3.05/4.16
13/07/20Almeria3–2Rayo Vallecano2.69/3.07/2.78
21/09/19Rayo Vallecano1–1Almeria2.30/3.14/3.32
12/10/17Rayo Vallecano1–0Almeria1.71/3.67/5.06
10/03/18Almeria0–1Rayo Vallecano3.58/3.33/2.09
03/09/16Almeria3–0Rayo Vallecano2.78/3.22/2.58
05/02/17Rayo Vallecano1–0Almeria1.77/3.51/4.79

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: Almeria

W 282D 201L 223
Over 2.547
Goals scored955

Data: football-data.co.uk

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

API data: 11 May 2026