Getafe vs Rayo Vallecano Match Statistics and Head-to-Head Breakdown

Recent fixture data provides a clear look at how the getafe vs rayo encounter unfolded on the pitch. Official match metrics outline a heavily contested Spanish La Liga meeting characterised by distinct tactical approaches between the two sides.

Supporters following the getafe cf vs rayo vallecano standings context can review the underlying performance data to understand how both clubs fared in key areas of the game.

Possession and Distribution

Rayo Vallecano dominated the ball possession metrics throughout the fixture, controlling 68.3% of the game compared to Getafe's 31.7%. Passing accuracy also favored Rayo, who completed passes at an 89.8% success rate from a total of 580 attempted passes. In contrast, Getafe registered 255 total passes with a completion rate of 71.8%. Rayo accumulated 95 backward passes and 159 forward passes, while Getafe recorded 52 backward passes and 106 forward passes. Furthermore, Getafe leaned more heavily on long balls, totaling 56 compared to Rayo's 36.

Attacking Output and Shots

In terms of attacking pressure during getafe vs rayo, Rayo Vallecano outshot their opponents by registering 21 total attempts against Getafe's 12. Both teams tested the opposition's goalkeepers closely, with Rayo hitting 5 shots on target and Getafe managing 4. Rayo recorded 8 shots off target and 13 attempts originating from outside the penalty box, while Getafe registered 4 off-target efforts and 8 attempts from outside the box. Getafe hit the woodwork once, whereas Rayo did not hit the frame of the goal. Additionally, Rayo recorded 18 total touches inside the opposition box compared to Getafe's 11, and finished with 116 successful final third passes versus Getafe's 58.

Defensive Actions and Discipline

Defensively, both teams put in a high volume of work to break up opposition attacks. Getafe made 24 total clearances and completed 14 total tackles, though their tackle success percentage sat at 35.7%. Rayo Vallecano recorded 29 clearances and 10 total tackles, boasting an 80% success rate on those tackles. Goalkeeper involvement was notable, with Getafe's keeper making 4 saves and Rayo's keeper stopping 3 shots. The physical nature of the game resulted in a total of 21 fouls—12 committed by Getafe and 9 by Rayo. Disciplinary action was required multiple times, resulting in 6 yellow cards for Getafe and 3 yellow cards for Rayo Vallecano.

Sources: BBC, Oddschecker, Sports Betting Dime.