Rayo Vallecano, Enrachado, Receives a Levante Desperate for Points

Rayo Vallecano, fired up, receives a Levante desperate for points

Key duel in Vallecas: the franjirrojos seek to consolidate their good moment against a rival who is risking their lives in the fight for salvation.

The Vallecas Stadium is preparing to host a match full of emotion and urgency. This Monday, at 9:00 p.m.he Rayo Vallecanoin one of his best streaks of the season with six consecutive games without knowing defeatfaces a Levant who is in a critical situation. The granotas, penultimate in the classification with 22 pointsthey urgently need to add to keep the hope of salvation alive, placing themselves four points behind Elche, the team that marks the line of permanence.

Real Madrid's victory against Elche the previous day has added an extra dose of pressure to the Valencian team. A victory in Vallecas would not only mean a mental respite, but it could also bring Levante just one point closer to its goal, thus fueling its chances of remaining in the category.

However, the road to the three points is not easy at all for the team led by Luis Castro. Rayo Vallecano's statistics speak for themselves: the franjirrojo team has added nine of the last fifteen points at stake in the league. This positive cycle has not only allowed them to widen their advantage over the relegation places, but has also put them with a foot and a half in the round of 16 of the Conference League, after their resounding victory by 1-3 against Samsunspor in Türkiye last Thursday.

With our sights set on the second leg of the European qualifying round, the match against Levante is presented as a new opportunity for Rayo Vallecano to extend their unbeaten streak and consolidate their position in the quiet area of ​​the table. Coach Iñigo Pérez has his entire squad available, which will allow him to make strategic rotations to dose the effort of his players. However, there is a possibility that the Senegalese Pathé Ciss, who finished the match in Türkiye with some discomfort, will rest, as happened in Seville for the same reason.

Another unknown in the franjirroja lineup lies up front. Brazilian Alemao's stellar performance against Samsunspor, with two goals, could lead Iñigo Pérez to bet on him from the start. However, confidence in Jorge de Frutos, the team's top scorer and with aspirations to play in the World Cup this summer, could keep him as a starter in the league. The coach could also give minutes to “B unit” players, such as Fran Pérez and Óscar Valentín in the midfield, or Mendy and 'Pacha' Espino in defense, taking advantage of the depth of his squad.

For its part, Levante arrives in Vallecas with reinforced morale after adding four points in the last two days. The Granota team is confident in its ability to reverse the situation and achieve salvation. However, the casualties are a factor to take into account for Luis Castro. The coach will not be able to count on the injured Brugué, Elgezabal, Pablo Martínez and Carlos Álvarez. In addition, Dela will serve a one-match suspension for the accumulation of yellow cards, and Olasagasti for a direct expulsion in the last match against Girona.

Dela's absence in the defensive backline will be covered, in principle, by Matturro, who would form a central pair with Matías Moreno. In the center of the field, Arriaga or Ugo Raghouber, recently recovered from a discomfort in his right thigh, would occupy Olasagasti's place along with Oriol Rey, who was already a starter on the last day. The left wing could be for Manu Sánchez, while up front, Víctor García has options to start and complete the attack along with Iván Romero and Carlos Espí, who has scored Levante's last three goals.

The call-up of winger Kareem Tunde, who retired with discomfort in the last game, is good news for Levante, although his participation from the start is in doubt. The match promises to be a tactical and highly intense duel, where every detail will count to define the destiny of both teams.

Possible lineups:

• Ray: Battle; Ratiu, Lejeune, Mendy, 'Pacha' Espino; Fran Pérez, Óscar Valentín, Akhomach, Gumbau; Álvaro García and Jorge de Frutos.
• Levant: Ryan, Toljan, Matías Moreno, Matturro, Manu Sánchez, Rey, Raghouber or Arriaga, Víctor García, Iván Romero, Paco Cortés and Espí.

The referee in charge of directing the meeting will be César Soto, from the Rioja committee.

Frequently asked questions:

What time does Rayo Vallecano play against Levante?
The match will be played this Monday at 9:00 p.m..

Where is the game played?
The meeting will take place at Vallecas Stadium.

How many games has Rayo Vallecano gone without losing?
Rayo Vallecano chains six games without knowing defeat.

How many points does Levante have in the standings?
Levante adds 22 points and is second to last in the table.

Who is Rayo Vallecano's top scorer?
The top scorer of the franjirrojo team is Jorge de Frutos.

Which players does Levante have injured?
Levante has the casualties of Brugué, Elgezabal, Pablo Martínez and Carlos Álvarez.

Which players are suspended in Levante?
Levante has sanctioned Della (due to yellow accumulation) and Olasagasti (for direct red).

What result did Rayo Vallecano obtain in their last European match?
Rayo Vallecano won 1-3 to Samsunspor in their last Conference League match.

What is Elche's situation in the table?
Elche marks the permanence zone with 26 pointsafter their defeat against Real Madrid.

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