⚽ La Liga Clash: Rayo Vallecano – Athletic Bilbao Preview
Will Rayo Vallecano find their stride against a formidable Athletic Bilbao? Let’s dive deep into this exciting La Liga matchup set for December 1, 2024.
| Match Details | |
|---|---|
| Event | La Liga – Gameweek 15 |
| Date | December 1, 2024 |
| Kick-off | 5:30 PM UK |
| Venue | Estadio de Vallecas |
| Teams | Rayo Vallecano – Athletic Bilbao |
Match Overview
Athletic Bilbao heads to Madrid with aspirations to extend their unbeaten run across all competitions to nine matches. They face Rayo Vallecano, a side struggling to regain form after a string of poor results.
Current Standings:
- Athletic Bilbao: 5th in La Liga, 23 points
- Rayo Vallecano: 13th in La Liga, 16 points
Recent Performance
Rayo Vallecano
Rayo Vallecano’s recent form has been underwhelming, with a record of four wins, four draws, and five defeats this season. They have only secured 16 points from 13 matches, significantly trailing the safety line:
- Last 5 La Liga Matches: D, W, L, W, L, L
- Overall Form (All Competitions): W, L, W, W, L, L
Rayo will be eager to overcome their current downturn, particularly as they aim to shake off the memory of their previous two defeats against Las Palmas and Sevilla.
Athletic Bilbao
On the other hand, Athletic Bilbao enters this match with confidence buoyed by their recent successes:
- Last 5 La Liga Matches: L, W, D, D, D, W
- Overall Form (All Competitions): D, D, W, D, W, W
In their most recent outing, Athletic secured a notable 3-0 victory over Elfsborg in the Europa League. This winning momentum, combined with their recent Basque derby success against Real Sociedad, places them firmly in contention for a top-four finish in La Liga.
Team News
Rayo Vallecano
The home side will be without midfielder Unai Lopez due to suspension, which opens the door for Pathe Ciss to potentially step into the starting XI. Coach Inigo Perez may opt for continuity in his lineup, despite recent setbacks. A possible adjustment could see Sergio Camello replace Randy Nteka in the attack.
Potential Starting Lineup:
