Rayo Vallecano is set to face off against Atletico Madrid at Estadio de Vallecas tonight after having a solid start in La Liga. It is the first time Rayo Vallecano have won their first two games in La Liga since the 2012-2013 season.
In contrast, Atletico Madrid had a fantastic start in La Liga, winning the opening game by a 3-1 margin against Granada. However, the Simeone boys lost points in their 2nd game as they tied against Real Betis.
Stats & Facts
Atletico Madrid, of course, have a strong record against Rayo Vallecano. They played 36 games against Rayo Vallecano in La Liga, while Atletico Madrid won the majority of those matches. With 22 victories, Atletico Madrid are leading the stats. However, they lost seven games against Rayo Vallecano, and the remaining seven ended up in draws.
In addition, Atletico Madrid have been unstoppable against Rayo Vallecano under Diego Simeone. Diego Simeone joined Atletico Madrid back in 2011 as their new manager. Since then, Atletico Madrid played 15 games against Rayo Vallecano, where the Simone boys lost only one match. During this time, Atletico won 12 games and tied the remaining two.
The last time Rayo Vallecano beat Atletico Madrid was in 2013. Since then, Atletico are unbeaten against them. However, the Simeone boys have won four games in a row against the Vallecas away from home.
Although Rayo Vallecano have done a brilliant job in their first two league games under Francisco Rodríguez, his stats against Atletico Madrid are not good enough. Manager Francisco Rodríguez tasted four defeats in his five meetings with the Simeone boys.
Team News
Atletico Madrid’s young winger Joao Felix is likely to leave the club during this summer transfer window. The relationship between Joao Felix and manager Diego Simeone has become very complicated since the previous season. That is why the club sent Joao Felix to Chelsea FC on loan.
However, the loan has expired, and Felix is now back in Atletico Madrid. But Felix hasn’t played a single game for Atletico this season. He will not be available for tonight’s clash against Rayo Vallecano.
Furthermore, Atletico Madrid will miss the service of Reinildo, Jose Gimenez, Koke, and Angel Correa due to their injuries. Yannick Carrasco is also in doubt ahead of the game.
As for Rayo Vallecano, they could miss the service of Andres Martin due to his muscular issue. But the manager will wait for him until the last. The rest of the players are ready to fight for Vallecano against Atletico Madrid.
The Possible Lineup for Rayo Vallecano:
Dimitrievski; Balliu, Aridane, Lejeune, Espino; Palazon, U Lopez, Valentin, A Garcia; De Frutos, Nketa
The Possible Lineup for Atletico Madrid:
Oblak; Savic, Witsel, Hermoso; Azpilicueta, Llorente, De Paul, Lemar, Lino; Memphis, Griezmann
Prediction: Rayo Vallecano 0-2 Atletico Madrid
Atletico manager Diego Simeone is famous for his defensive tactics. Atletico has become one of the strongest defensive teams in La Liga under his leadership. This season, Atletico conceded only one goal from their first two games. Therefore, it will be difficult for Rayo Vallecano to score against Atletico Madrid.
Betfair Odds
Rayo Vallecano: 4.14
Draw: 3.38
Atleico Madrid: 1.99
