On 2 January, one of the matches of the 19th round of the Spanish football championship took place. Met Hetafe (Spain) and Rayo Vallecano (Spain).
Spanish Championship, 19th round
Getafe (Spain) - Rayo Vallecano (Spain) - 0:2 (0:1)
Goals: Sergio Camello (45+1), Sergio Camello (47).
Warnings: Alfonso Espino (4), Genet (19), J. Latasa (23), Perez (38), J. Latasa (40), Mata (54), Damian Suarez (69).
Review of the match Getafe - Rayo Vallecano:
In a tense match between Getafe and Rayo Vallecano in La Liga, Rayo Vallecano won with a 2-0 victory. The match was played at the Estádio Cívitas Metropolitano stadium with both teams fighting for the three points. In the first half of the game, Rayo Vallecano took the lead with a goal in the final minutes. In the 45th minute, S. Camelo scored a goal, giving Rayo Vallecano a decisive lead before the break. The match was rife with many yellow cards, showing the intensity and rivalry of both teams. Rayo Vallecano's A. Espino and Getafe's Genet received yellow cards in the 4th and 19th minutes respectively. As the game progressed, H. Latasa of Getafe also received a yellow card in the 23rd minute, followed by C. Perez of Rayo Vallecano in the 38th minute. However, Getafe's J. Latasa received a second yellow card in the 40th minute, which resulted in a red card and left Getafe ten men on the pitch. The second half began and Rayo Vallecano continued to dominate. In the 47th minute, S. Camelo struck again, increasing Rayo Vallecano's lead to 2:0. Getafe were getting worse and worse when M. Greenwood received a red card in the 50th minute, leaving only nine players on the pitch.
"Getafe tried to regroup and get back on track, making a few substitutions to freshen up the squad. However, their efforts were in vain as Rayo Vallecano showed a solid defence, denying Getafe any chance of a comeback. Despite Getafe's best efforts, their hopes were dashed when D. Suarez received a second yellow card in the 70th minute, which resulted in a red card and left only eight players on the pitch. Taking advantage of the situation, Rayo Vallecano utilised their numerical superiority. Both teams subsequently made substitutions in an attempt to change the outcome of the game. Yellow cards kept coming, with Getafe's O. Alderete receiving one in the 82nd minute and Rayo Vallecano's P. Cissa receiving one in the 90th minute. When the final whistle blew, Rayo Vallecano were celebrating a deserved 2-0 victory. Their strong play, along with Getafe's disciplinary offences, was the deciding factor in the game. The match between Getafe and Rayo Vallecano in La Liga was certainly a tense and intense spectacle for football fans. Two goals, many yellow and red cards, many substitutions - this game will be remembered for its drama and excitement. Rayo Vallecano showed their abilities and won an impressive victory, while Getafe will have to regroup and come back stronger in their future matches.
The following matches await the rivals in the next round: Getafe - Real Madrid, Atletico - Rayo Vallecano.
Statistics of the match between Getafe and Rayo Vallecano:
Getafe | Rayo Vallecano | |
---|---|---|
0 | Kicks to the goal | 8 |
5 | Hits | 12 |
2 | Blocked shots | 1 |
4 | Penalty kicks | 6 |
1 | Penalty kicks | 6 |
16 | Offences | 16 |
2 | Corner | 3 |
3 | Offsides | 4 |
39% | Ball possession | 61% |
6 | Yellow cards | 3 |
3 | Red cards | 0 |
6 | Keeper saves | 0 |
300 | Total assists | 473 |
209 | Accurate assists | 385 |
70% | Accuracy of passes | 81% |