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Rayo Vallecano falls to Athletic Club in thrilling Vallecas encounter
Rayo Vallecano suffered a 2-1 defeat against Athletic Club in a closely fought match at the Estadio de Vallecas, corresponding to matchday 15 of La Liga. Despite taking the lead through Randy Nteka’s goal in the 14th minute, the home side couldn’t hold onto their advantage. Athletic, enjoying greater possession (53%), overturned the deficit thanks to a brace from Oihan Sancet in the 65th and 78th minutes, assisted by Nico Williams and Óscar de Marcos respectively.
The game was characterized by its intensity and physicality, with a total of 22 fouls. Rayo Vallecano managed 7 shots, 4 on target, but couldn’t overcome Athletic’s improved defensive solidity in the second half. Athletic, in contrast, had 12 shots, 7 on target, demonstrating greater clinical finishing. Rayo accumulated three yellow cards, while Athletic remained without any cautions. Despite the home side’s efforts, Athletic’s superiority in the second half proved decisive.
Substitutions athletic club: at minute 56 O. Sancet came in and G. Guruzeta went out., at minute 56 O. de Marcos came in and I. Lekue went out., at minute 57 U. Gomez came in and M. Jauregizar went out., at minute 64 A. Djalo came in and I. Williams went out., at minute 75 M. Vesga came in and I. Ruiz de Galarreta went out.
Substitutions rayo vallecano: at minute 64 J. de Frutos came in and A. Embarba went out., at minute 65 S. Camello came in and R. Nteka went out., at minute 74 G. Gumbau came in and P. Ciss went out., at minute 74 O. Trejo came in and I. Palazon went out., at minute 82 P. Diaz came in and O. Valentin went out.
The teams lined up as follows:
Rayo Vallecano
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Athletic Club
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