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Rayo Vallecano vs Albacete

Estadio de Vallecas, Madrid4 November 2017 at 15:00
Referee: Ruben Eiriz Mata

Match Events

Rayo Vallecano
Albacete
Kick Off
9′Álvaro Arroyo
Half Time
E. VelázquezBaiano
46′
Unai LópezA. Domínguez
54′
57′
J. BelaHéctor Hernández
Fran BeltránDiego Aguirre
70′
70′
Néstor SusaetaCésar de la Hoz
Raúl de Tomás

assist: A. Domínguez

79′
80′
Dani RodríguezQuim Araújo
Full Time

Match Statistics

6Shots on Goal3
9Shots off Goal5
19Total Shots9
4Blocked Shots1
13Shots insidebox5
6Shots outsidebox4
8Fouls14
12Corner Kicks3
1Offsides2
70%Ball Possession30%
0Yellow Cards1
0Red Cards0
2Goalkeeper Saves5
499Total passes209
406Passes accurate118
81%Passes %56%

Lineups

Squad Ratings

The overall squad rating for Rayo Vallecano is 6.69, compared to — for Albacete. 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 Albacete's best-rated player is —.

Defensive Solidity

Rayo Vallecano deploy 4 defenders rated — on average, against Albacete'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 Albacete'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 1 forward(s) averaging —, compared to 1 for Albacete 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 Albacete. 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 Albacete. 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 Albacete 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 Albacete. 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 Vallecano4-2-3-13-4-2-1Albacete
GKDEFMIDFWD
1García5Dorado15Ba20Velázqu.7Moreno17López27Comesaña29Beltrán8Trejo22Tomás11Embarba13Nadal21Herrero2Arroyo3Morillas5Gaffoor15Savelji.16Erice14Susaeta8Rodrígu.24Bela6Gálvez

Substitutes

Coach: Míchel

Substitutes

Coach: Fran Noguerol

Rayo VallecanoPosition StrengthAlbacete
6.69
Avg Rating
6.69Midfielder (5 v 4)
0G 3A0G 0A
Rayo Vallecano4-2-3-1
1GoalkeeperAlberto García
5DefenderChechu Dorado
15DefenderA. Ba
20DefenderE. Velázquez
7DefenderÁlex Moreno
17MidfielderUnai López6.83A
27MidfielderSanti Comesaña
29MidfielderFran Beltrán
8MidfielderÓ. Trejo6.6
11MidfielderAdri Embarba
22ForwardRaúl de Tomás
Albacete3-4-2-1
13GoalkeeperTomeu Nadal
21DefenderChus Herrero
2DefenderÁlvaro Arroyo
3DefenderDavid Morillas
5DefenderM. Gaffoor
15DefenderE. Saveljich
16MidfielderJon Erice
14MidfielderNéstor Susaeta
8MidfielderDani Rodríguez
6MidfielderRafa Gálvez
24ForwardJ. Bela

Match Summary

Rayo Vallecano and Albacete drew 1:1. The match was played in Segunda División 2017. Goals were scored by Héctor Hernández 58′, Raúl de Tomás 79′. 1 yellow cards were shown. Rayo Vallecano had 70% possession while Albacete held 30%. Rayo Vallecano had 19 shots (6 on target) compared to 9 (3 on target) for Albacete. Rayo Vallecano made 3 substitutions, Albacete made 3.

Rivalry since 2018

Rayo Vallecano vs Albacete Head to Head Results

5 stretnutí
Rayo Vallecano
2
wins
Drawn
2
Albacete
1
wins
Total goals
11 · 2.2/match
Both scored
3/5 · 60%
Over 2.5
2/5 · 40%

Recent Form

Rayo Vallecano

WWDWLL

Albacete

WLWLLD

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
5draws10 meetings
Albacete1wins

Goals in This Fixture

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

2

Average goals per game

30%

Games with 3+ goals

50%

Both teams scored

Potential Betting Value Detected

Historical win rate (40%) differs significantly from the market-implied probability (63%) — the odds may underestimate Albacete.

Market Summary

Margin: 5.9%

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 65.4%Draw 26.4%Away 13.8%

Odds Range

1X2
Min1.503.606.00
Max1.563.968.00
Market favourite:Rayo Vallecano · Heavy 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 market62.6%24.7%12.7%
Public market62.3%26.0%11.7%
Δ0.3%1.3%1.0%

Rayo Vallecano vs Albacete — margin-removed probabilities

Result vs. Market

Draw
Result vs. Market: Rayo Vallecano (65%)

Result differed from 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:00Albacete
19Shots8
6Shots on target3

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
26/04/21Rayo Vallecano2–2Albacete1.58/3.58/6.96
25/10/20Albacete2–1Rayo Vallecano3.16/2.95/2.58
10/06/20Rayo Vallecano1–0Albacete1.57/3.74/6.06
29/02/20Albacete1–1Rayo Vallecano2.67/2.93/2.92
04/11/17Rayo Vallecano1–1Albacete1.53/3.79/7.24
07/04/18Albacete0–1Rayo Vallecano3.02/3.05/2.48
20/02/99Rayo Vallecano2–0Albacete
20/09/98Albacete2–2Rayo Vallecano
07/02/98Albacete0–1Rayo Vallecano
27/09/97Rayo Vallecano0–0Albacete

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: Albacete

W 347D 336L 393
Over 2.541
Goals scored1199

Data: football-data.co.uk

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

API data: 11 May 2026