Real Madrid vs Rayo Vallecano: Summary, H2H Stats, Lineups & Highlights

As Real Madrid prepare to host Rayo Vallecano on February 1, 2026, with kick-off at 14:00 under referee Escuderos, this SPAIN: La Liga fixture promises an intriguing contest.

Real Madrid, currently 1st in the standings with 60 points from 24 games, are close to the leaders with only 0 points separating them. They've earned 33 points from 12 home games this season. Their recent form has been strong, with 5 wins in their last five matches. They've shown a very solid defensive record, conceding only 2 goals. At the same time, they've displayed a strong attacking output with 12 goals scored. This balance has translated into consistently competitive performances. The attack has been led by Kylian Mbappe, the leading goalscorer this season with 23 goals, while also providing key assists. Crucial contributions in the final third have come from players like Vinicius Junior, Jude Bellingham, Gonzalo Garcia, who have delivered important goals and assists.

Rayo Vallecano, sitting 17th with 25 points, enter as underdogs but face a tough test on the road, where they've earned 10 points from 12 games this season. Their recent form has been mixed, with 2 wins and 3 losses in their last five matches. They've shown defensive issues, conceding 9 goals. At the same time, they've displayed a positive attacking record, scoring 7 goals. The offensive threat is spearheaded by Jorge De Frutos Sebastian, who leads the scoring with 7 goals. Support has come from Alvaro Garcia, Isi Palazon, Nobel Mendy, who have chipped in with decisive contributions in attack.

Recent meetings between Real Madrid and Rayo Vallecano have favored Real Madrid, with Real Madrid claiming victory in their most recent clash (2-1). Head-to-head results have gone either way in the last few seasons.

In their previous league match against Real Sociedad, Real Madrid recorded a 4-1 victory while lining up in a 4-4-2 formation. Their starting XI featured Courtois, Carreras, Huijsen, Rudiger, Alexander-Arnold, Camavinga, Tchouameni, Guler, Valverde, Vinicius Junior, Garcia. The classic shape provided balance, with two banks of four offering both defensive cover and attacking support.

Rayo Vallecano's last outing came against Atletico Madrid, where they secured a 3-0 victory using a 4-4-2 system. Their starting XI featured Batalla, Espino, Mendy, Lejeune, Ratiu, Gumbau, Valentin, Perez, Palazon, Akhomach, De Frutos Sebastian. The classic shape provided balance, with two banks of four offering both defensive cover and attacking support.

Looking ahead, Real Madrid are expected to maintain their 4-4-2 structure, while Rayo Vallecano are likely to counter with a 4-2-3-1 setup. The contest is set to revolve around midfield control, pressing efficiency, and how effectively each side manages transitions between defense and attack.

Goal trends from the last ten games across all competitions suggest plenty of goals: Real Madrid's fixtures have averaged 3.8 goals per game, with 6 going over 2.5 and both teams scoring in 60% of those matches, alongside 4 clean sheets. Rayo Vallecano's games average 3.1 goals, with 8 going over 2.5 and both teams scoring in 50% of those matches, alongside 2 clean sheets. With both sides showing defensive resilience, expect goals mainly from one team.

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