Atlético Madrid vs. Villarreal is one first high-profile matches of the La Liga season 2022-23. The Unai Emery's team will take on Diego Simeone's men at the Metropolitano Stadium. Both the teams will look to stay within the top four and lead the race for the title as well. Villarreal's latest European success will surely boost them to do well against Atletico.
Atlético Madrid vs. Villarreal: Key stats
Morata and Griezmann scored for Atletico Madrid as they defeated Getafe FC 3-0 in their last match. Image - La Liga
Atlético Madrid has not lost a game against Villarreal in La Liga in their last 8 matches. This is their longest unbeaten run against Villarreal in La Liga.
Atlético Madrid has not lost a game in La Liga in their last five matches in the competition. Moreover, they have not lost any of their two opening games in the last 11 seasons of the competition.
Villarreal has won 13 games against Atlético Madrid while they have lost 15 games against them. They have played 40 games with each other till now.
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Since making his FC Barcelona debut just at the age of 15 in 2023, Lamine Yamal has broken multiple records. Here is every record of Lamine Yamal so far in his career.
Lamine Yamal came through Barcelona’s famous La Masia academy and made his first-team debut for FC Barcelona in 2023 at just 15 years old. He quickly became an important player and won the Kopa Trophy the next year.
Lamine Yamal, a product of FC Barcelona's La Masia Academy. Image | FC Barcelona
He also rose fast with the Spainish National Team, playing for youth teams before making his senior debut in 2023. At 16, he became the youngest player to play and score for Spain.
He took part in Euro 2024, helping Spain win the tournament and earning the Young Player of the Tournament award.
Since making his professional debut in 2023 at just 15 years 15 years, 9 months, and 16 days old, the fleet-footed forward has quickly become a key part of Barcelona's attack. He has scored 22 goals in 98 appearances for the club.
2. Youngest Starter in La Liga for Barcelona
Lamine Yamal became the youngest player to start a La Liga match for Barcelona on August 20, 2023, at the age of 16 years and 38 days. He surpassed the previous record of Fabrice Olinga, who started his first La Liga game for Malaga in 2012.
3. Youngest Player to Record an Assist for Barcelona
Lamine Yamal became the youngest player to record an assist for Barcelona in La Liga during the 2023-24 season. At 16 years and 45 days old, he achieved this record against.
4. Youngest Goal scorer for Barcelona
Lamine Yamal became the youngest goal scorer in La Liga history at just 16 years and 87 days old, netting his first goal against Granada and breaking the previous record held by Fabrice Olinga.
5. Youngest Goal scorer in La Liga History
Lamine Yamal became the youngest goal scorer in La Liga after scoring against Granada in Barcelona's 2-2 draw.
6. Youngest Player to Score a Brace in La Liga
On 11 February, in the game versus Granada, the Barcelona wonder-kid set the new record as the youngest scorer of a brace in La Liga. He did it at the age of 16 years 213 days.
7. Youngest Player to Feature in El Clasico
Lamine Yamal is the youngest player ever to appear in a Clasico in the 23-24 season at the age of 16 years and 107 days.
Lamine Yamal made history by becoming the youngest goal scorer in El Clasico at just 17 years and 105 days old, on October 26, 2024, netting the third goal against Real Madrid at the Santiago Bernabeu, surpassing Ansu Fati's record.
9. Youngest Player with 10+ Goal Contributions in La Liga
Lamine Yamal became the youngest player in La Liga history to score 10+ goals in La Liga at the age of 16 years and 213 days.
10. Youngest Player to Reach 50 Official Games for Barcelona
Lamine Yamal is the youngest player in FC Barcelona's history to reach 50 official games. He achieved this milestone on May 19, 2024, at the age of 16 years, 10 months, and 6 days.
11. Youngest Player to Reach 100 Appearances for Barcelona
Lamine Yamal made his 100th appearance on April 30, 2025, in a UEFA Champions League semifinal against Inter Milan, at 17 years old.
12. Most Dribbles Completed in a Single La Liga Match
In a single La Liga match, Lamine Yamal has completed the most successful dribbles this season, reaching 11 against Alaves, surpassing Lionel Messi's record of 10 dribbles in 2007. No other player has completed more than 7 successful dribbles in a single La Liga match the current season.
Champions League Records
Lamine Yamal showcasing his skills. Image | SABC Sport
1. Second-youngest player to feature in the UEFA Champions League
Lamine Yamal became the second youngest player to feature in the Champions League against Antwerp at 16 years and 68 days, only behind Youssoufa Moukoko at 16 years and 18 days.
2. Youngest player named in a Champions League starting lineup
Lamine Yamal holds the record for the youngest player to be named in a Champions League starting lineup. He was 16 years and 83 days old when he started the game against Porto on October 4, 2023.
3. Youngest player to play in the Champions League knockout phase
Lamine Yamal became the youngest-ever player to appear in the knockout stage when he started the round of 16 first leg against Napoli, aged 16 years 223 days.
4. Youngest player to score a goal in a Champions League semi-final match
Playing his 100th game at just 17 years and 291 days old, Yamal became the youngest player to score in a Champions League semifinal against Inter Milan, overtaking the record set by Kylian Mbappe, who was 18 when he achieved the feat in 2017.
Lamine Yamal playing for the Spanish National Team. Image | The Independent
1. Youngest Player to Debut for Spain
Lamine Yamal became the youngest player to play for Spain on September 8, 2023, against Georgia at 16 years and 57 days in the 2024 Euro Cup Qualifier, breaking Gavi’s record at 17 years, 62 days.
2. Youngest Goal scorer for Spain
Lamine Yamal became the youngest goal scorer for Spain at 16 years and 57 days. He netted a goal in his debut match against Georgia in the 2024 Euro Cup Qualifier breaking Gavi's record.
3. Youngest Goal Scorer in a UEFA Euro Qualifying Match
Became the youngest goal scorer in his debut match against Georgia, to score in a Euro Qualifier. He broke Gareth Bale's previous record at 17 years and 83 days.
Lamine Yamal celebrating his goal against France in the UEFA Euro 2024. Image | Goal.com
Lamine Yamal was a key player in Spain’s Euro 2024 win. He scored 1 goal against France and provided 4 assists, showing great skill and confidence for his age.
His performances helped Spain win their fourth European title, and he was named the Young Player of the Tournament for his standout play.
Atletico Madrid vs FC Barcelona LaLiga 2024 - 25 Highlights: Yamal's late goal gives Barcelona full points; ATM 2-4 FCB
Catch the Atletico Madrid vs FC Barcelona LaLiga 2024 - 25 highlights as a brace from Ferran Torres and an added time goal from Lamine Yamal helped Barcelona win by 4-2 and climb the top of the points table.
Hello and welcome to another live coverage of Sportz Point. Tonight we will be bringing you live updates of the Atletico Madrid vs FC Barcelona LaLiga 2024 - 25 match at Metropolitano.
this match probably holds the most important three points in this season's race for the Spanish League Championship. Barcelona Are just one point ahead of Atletico Madrid and a win for them might fix their position at the top of the La Liga table.
Meantime a win for Atletico Madrid would push them to the title race again and force Barcelona to slip down to number three in the points table with Real Madrid staying at the top after their win against Villarreal CF.
This is Koushik Biswas, with all the updates, stats, news and commentary of one of the most important matches of the season for you. Sit back and relax. Enjoy the coverage.
LIVE Updates
Mar 16, 2025, 8:06 PM
Final Score
Mar 16, 2025, 10:39 PM
Final verdict: Barcelona at the top of table
In the end, Barcelona got what they were looking for. With nearly 11 games to go for them, they climb back to the top of the table with 60 points.
They are now equal with Real Madrid but they have a far better goal difference to be at the top.
It was a perfect start for Atletico Madrid with a goal from Julian Alvarez in the first half and from Sorloth in the second half. They crowded the box and defended with the whole team but a team like Barcelona are always tough to the restricted like that.
Inigo Martinez and Pedri alongside Kounde were superb for Barcelona as they kept the team calm even after going down.
Lewandowski scored the first one for them with a cool head and Ferran Torres then came from the bench to score the equaliser.
Lamine Yamal then produced a clutch finish in the added time while Torres scored his second to put an end to the coffin.
Thank you to everyone who stayed up late for the match. I hope you enjoyed the game and the coverage. This is Koushik Biswas, saying you good night. See you in the next game.
Lamine Yamal curls one in from the left but it goes straight to the hands of Oblak.
Easy save.
Mar 16, 2025, 9:37 PM
72' | Lewandowski puts one back for Barcelona | ATM 2-1 FCB
Barcelona with a perfect reply.
Inigo Martinez with a cross. Lewandowski chest trapped the ball down and shot the ball inside the goal with a left-footed volley.
Goal No. 22 for Lewandowski in La Liga this season.
ATM 2-1 FCB
Mar 16, 2025, 9:35 PM
70' | Sorloth loves Barcelona | ATM 2-0 FCB
This is the sixth straight goal for Sorloth against FC Barcelona. Gallagher with the counterattack and cross for Sorloth to tap the ball inside the goal.
A VAR check was down to check a potential handball on De Paul before the attack.
Le Normand and Samu Lino returned to the playing XI for Diego Simeone's side.
Mar 16, 2025, 7:29 PM
Two changes for Barceclona
Pau Cubarsi returned to the starting XI after getting suspended in the Champions League first leg against Benfica. Marc Casado also returned to the midfield for Hansi Flick's team.
Mar 16, 2025, 7:17 PM
Lineups | Atletico Madrid
Starting XI: J. Oblak (c), M. Llorente, R. Le Normand, C. Lenglet, R. Mandava, G. Simeone, R. de Paul, P. Barrios, S. Lino, A. Griezmann, J. Álvarez.
Subs: Antonio Gomis, Juan Musso, José María Giménez, Nahuel Molina, Axel Witsel, César Azpilicueta, Javi Galán, Thomas Lemar, Rodrigo Riquelme, Conor Gallagher, Alexander Sørloth.
Cubarsí, Balde, R. Araujo, I. Martinez, Gavi, Ferran, Pedri, Lewandowski, Raphinha, Iñaki Peña, Pablo Torre, Fermín, M. Casadó, Pau Víctor, Lamine Yamal, Olmo, F. De Jong, Kounde, Eric, Szczęsny, Kochen, H. Fort, and Gerard Martín
Mar 16, 2025, 2:53 PM
Last 10 meetings (all competitions)
Feb 25, 2025: Barcelona 4-4 Atletico (Copa del Rey Semi-Finals) Dec 21, 2024: Barcelona 1-2 Atletico (La Liga) Apr 17, 2024: Atletico 0-3 Barcelona (La Liga) Dec 03, 2023: Barcelona 1-0 Atletico (La Liga) Apr 23, 2023: Barcelona 1-0 Atletico (La Liga) Jan 08, 2023: Atletico 0-1 Barcelona (La Liga) Feb 06, 2022: Barcelona 4-2 Atletico (La Liga) Oct 02, 2021: Atletico 2-0 Barcelona (La Liga) May 08, 2021: Barcelona 0-0 Atletico (La Liga) Nov 21, 2020: Atletico 1-0 Barcelona (La Liga)
Mar 16, 2025, 2:52 PM
ATM vs FCB: Head-to-head stats
Matches Played
Atletico Madrid Wins
Draws
Barcelona Wins
244
77
57
110
Mar 16, 2025, 11:18 AM
How to watch the match?
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Mar 16, 2025, 11:17 AM
Match Details
Match: Atletico Madrid vs FC Barcelona, LaLiga 2024 - 25
FC Barcelona vs Rayo Vallecano Highlights: Barcelona climb back to top of La Liga after a shaky 1-0 win over Vallecano
Robert Lewandowski scored the lone goal of the match from the penalty spot as Barcelona defeated Rayo Vallecano by 1-0 to climb back to the top of the La Liga points table.
Hello and welcome to our LIVE coverage of La Liga 2024-25. Tonight, we will cover the FC Barcelona vs Rayo Vallecano at the Estadi Olímpic Lluís Companys.
After draws from Atletico de Madrid and Real Madrid in their previous games, a win for FC Barcelona will put them at the top of the La Liga 2024-25 points table. The Catalan club are at number three position in the points table with 48 points.
But, Royal Vallecano will not be an easy opponent for them as they are in great form after creating a club record of nine games undefeated run. They have moved in to the top six from the middle of the table and they will certainly play for a debut in the UEFA Champions League next season.
So, sit back and relax as Koushik Biswas brings you all the buildup, LIVE updates, scores and news of the FC Barcelona vs Royal Vallecano match from Sportz Point's web desk.
LIVE Updates
Feb 17, 2025, 8:03 PM
Final Score
Feb 17, 2025, 10:17 PM
Final thoughts
It was not the way they would have loved, but important three points for Barcelona to get back to the top of the table. A few controversial decisions from the referee as well.
Catch the highlights of the match from the LIVE blog.
That's it from my side tonight. Thank you and Good night.
Feb 17, 2025, 10:15 PM
Points table after the match
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Team
P
W
D
L
DIFF
Goals
Last 5
Pts
1
Barcelona
24
16
3
5
+40
65:25
D W W W W
51
2
Real Madrid
24
15
6
3
+29
52:23
W W L D D
51
3
Atl. Madrid
24
14
8
2
+23
39:16
L D W D D
50
4
Athletic Club
24
12
9
3
+16
37:21
W D D W D
45
5
Villarreal
24
11
8
5
+12
47:35
W D W W D
41
6
Rayo Vallecano
24
9
8
7
+2
27:25
D W W W L
35
7
Mallorca
24
10
4
10
-7
23:30
L L L D W
34
8
Real Betis
24
8
8
8
-1
30:31
L W D L W
32
9
Osasuna
24
7
11
6
-4
29:33
D D W D D
32
10
Girona
24
9
4
11
-3
32:35
L L W L L
31
11
Real Sociedad
24
9
4
11
-3
20:23
L L L W L
31
12
Sevilla
24
8
7
9
-5
29:34
W D D L W
31
13
Getafe
24
7
9
8
+2
20:18
D W D W W
30
14
Celta
24
8
5
11
-3
35:38
L D L W D
29
15
Espanyol
24
6
6
12
-13
23:36
W D W L D
24
16
Leganés
24
5
9
10
-13
22:35
W D L L D
24
17
Las Palmas
24
6
5
13
-12
29:41
L D L L L
23
18
Valencia
24
5
8
11
-13
25:38
W L W W D
23
19
Alavés
24
5
7
12
-10
28:38
W D L L D
22
20
Real Valladolid
24
4
3
17
-37
15:52
L L L L L
15
Feb 17, 2025, 10:01 PM
Full time | Barcelona 1-0 Rayo Vallecano
It was not easy for Barcelona. But, they have been able to get the three points they were looking for. Penalty from Lewandowski proved to be the difference maker.
A controversial goal was disallowed for Rayo Vallecano. A few chances were not taken by them as well.
Barcelona are not top of the table to with 51 points a better goal difference than Real Madrid.
Pedri wins the player of the match.
𝐁𝐀𝐑𝐂𝐄𝐋𝐎𝐍𝐀 𝐀𝐑𝐄 𝐁𝐀𝐂𝐊 𝐀𝐓 𝐓𝐇𝐄 𝐓𝐎𝐏 𝐎𝐅 𝐓𝐇𝐄 𝐋𝐀 𝐋𝐈𝐆𝐀 🔝
After a hard-fought 1-0 win against Rayo Vallecano, Barcelona climbed back to the top of the points table with 51 points and better goal difference than Real Madrid. #BarcaRayo#FCBarcelonapic.twitter.com/M7shxsbjGQ
Dani Olmo with a long run and then a through ball for Raphinha to enter the box. Batalla, came out running and closed the space out to negate the chance.
Feb 17, 2025, 9:34 PM
71' | Save from Batalla
Top class save from Batalla. He first tackled Dani Olmo and then the ball went to Raphinha, whose close range shot as saved by the goalkeeper.
Feb 17, 2025, 9:33 PM
69' | Barcelona not give a space
Vallecano players have been close enough to each Barcelona players so they are not allowed any space to enter the final third. Barcelona enjoying possession though.
Feb 17, 2025, 9:30 PM
67' | Save from Szczęsny
Good cross from the right by Garcia and Frutos this time was on-side and on-target. But, after a partial save, Szczęsny was able to get a full hold on the ball.
Feb 17, 2025, 9:28 PM
65' | Frutos with a chance
Frutos could not make full use of the cross from Rațiu.
Feb 17, 2025, 9:25 PM
62' | Double change for Barcelona
Danil Olmo and Kounde coming in for Barcelona. Fort and Gavi went out.
Feb 17, 2025, 9:23 PM
61' | Double change for Rayo
Gumbau and Embarba replaced Diaz and Nteka.
Feb 17, 2025, 9:23 PM
60' | Block by Mumin
Brilliant from Hector Fort to find Yamal with a back heel. Yamal's shot was blocked by Mumin.
Feb 17, 2025, 9:21 PM
58' | Weak from Pedri
This time Pedri's cutback from the right was a bit timid and weak. And, it went straight to the defensive wall of Rayo.
Feb 17, 2025, 9:20 PM
57' | Too long from Raphinha
Raphinha's cross from left was too long for anyone from Barcelona to meet on the right.
Fantastic move from Pedri. He outfoxed the defender with a quick turn and with a cutback found Lewandowski at the middle of the box.
However, Lewandowski missed the target with a right footed effort.
Feb 17, 2025, 9:14 PM
50' | Not so great night for Yamal so far
A long cross from left found Yamal at the edge of the box. But, he tried to outfox the defender with a header. At the end, it was easy save from Batalla
Feb 17, 2025, 9:11 PM
48' | Kounde warming up for Barcelona
Kounde was benched due to an internal reason. He was seen warming up along with four other players for Barcelona.
Feb 17, 2025, 9:10 PM
47' | Inigo with an interception
Early trouble for Barcelona as a Rayo Vallecano cross nearly have Nteka a chance to score. Inigo was there to intercept though.
Feb 17, 2025, 9:07 PM
No changes!
No changes from either teams at the start of the second half.
Feb 17, 2025, 9:07 PM
Second half-starts
Feb 17, 2025, 8:52 PM
Half-time | Barcelona 1-0 Rayo Vallecano
Barcelona head to the tunnel with a 1-0 lead at the half-time. Robert Lewandowski with the goal for them from a the penalty sport.
Rayo Vallecano had a few chances at the end the of the first half. A goal was disallowed as well.
We are certainly up for a good 45 minutes in the second half. Stay tuned.
Feb 17, 2025, 8:50 PM
45+2' | Rescue from Inigo
Inigo Martinez with a goal line clearance as Garcia's cross was nearly deflected inside the goal from De Jong.
Feb 17, 2025, 8:49 PM
45+2' | Yellow card
Yellow card for Gavi for a foul on Palazón.
Feb 17, 2025, 8:48 PM
45' | 3 minutes added
3 minutes have been added as injury time.
Feb 17, 2025, 8:46 PM
43' | Goal for Rayo but offside
Nteka is offside there and Rayo Vallecano's goal is denied.
Feb 17, 2025, 8:45 PM
43' | Chance for Rayo Vallecano
Garica with a good run on the left and his cross had given Rayo players with a chance to shoot from close range. But, no one took that change.
Feb 17, 2025, 8:43 PM
41' | Yellow card
Yellow card for Ratiu for pulling down Lewandowski's shirt.
Feb 17, 2025, 8:41 PM
37' | Save from Szczęsny
Huge save from Szczęsny as Diaz's cross gave Nteka a chance to go side footed from middle of the box.
Szczęsny made the save diving to his left.
Feb 17, 2025, 8:39 PM
36' | Frutos misses the target
Chavarría's cutback and then a cross had given Frutos with a chance to score with a volley.
Feb 17, 2025, 8:37 PM
34' | Save from Szczęsny
Ratiu's cross from the right was partially saved by Szczęsny as he got a finger tip to it.
Feb 17, 2025, 8:35 PM
🚨🇪🇸 GOAL | Barcelona 1-0 Rayo Vallecano | Lewandowski
Lamine Yamal with a huge chance to score from the close range. But, his left-footed effort was saved by Batalla.
Feb 17, 2025, 8:31 PM
28' | Goal from Lewandowski | BAR 1-0 RAY
Robert Lewandowski had sent Batalla the wrong way. The ball hit the post went inside the goal.
Goal No. 20 for Lewandowski this season in La Liga.
Barcelona 1-0 Rayo Vallecano.
Feb 17, 2025, 8:29 PM
27' | Penalty given to Barcelona
Penalty given to Barcelona and yellow card to Ciss.
Feb 17, 2025, 8:28 PM
25' | VAR check is going on
A VAR check is going on for a possible penalty for Barcelona.
Feb 17, 2025, 8:27 PM
25' | Two back-to-back corners
Successive corners for Barcelona. Inigo meantime appealed for a penalty as he was pulled down by Ciss.
Feb 17, 2025, 8:26 PM
23' | Batalla with a save
Pedri with a delicious pass for Raphinha. The Brazilian went inside the box but his effort from close range was saved by Batalla.
The rebound ball luckily went back to him.
Feb 17, 2025, 8:23 PM
20' | Chance for Raphinha
Chance for Barcelona. Balde's cutback for Raphinha was not received well and as the Brazilian went for the far post, he went off-target.
Feb 17, 2025, 8:22 PM
19' | Pedri with a great recovery
Barcelona fans chants Pedri, Pedri as the Spaniard came running from behind to win the ball back from Frutos.
Feb 17, 2025, 8:20 PM
17' | Vallecano have been solid defensively
Although Barcelona have enjoyed the possession of the ball, Vallecano have not allowed them run away with anything so far.
They have hold their position and shape to go toe-to-toe with Barcelona.
Feb 17, 2025, 8:18 PM
16' | Nteka wins a free-kick
Nteka wins a free-kick after Inigo fouled him in the middle of the field.
Feb 17, 2025, 8:17 PM
14' | Chance for Barcelona
Lewandowski's through ball for Raphinha was in a dangerous position. But, after a poor first touch, Raphinha lost the chance.
Feb 17, 2025, 8:15 PM
13' | Corner for Rayo
First corner of the game for the visitors as Balde deflected the cross from Díaz.
Feb 17, 2025, 8:15 PM
12' | Mumin with a block
Lamine Yamal's shot from the edge of the box is blocked by Mumin.
Feb 17, 2025, 8:14 PM
11' | Waste from Inigo
Raphinha and Yamal had switched their sides and Balde played a cut back to Inigo, whose scoop was away over the head of Lewandowski, who was waiting in the middle.
Feb 17, 2025, 8:13 PM
10' | Two high pressing teams
Flick had already stated that since both the teams are high pressing, anything can happen in this kind of matches.
Barcelona have already trapped Rayo Vallecano offside thrice in 10 minutes.
Feb 17, 2025, 8:11 PM
8' | Balde with a through run
Blade kept on running with the ball and went inside the Rayo box as well. However, a final intervention kept the ball away from danger.
Raphinha's had a chance with a header but could not get the connection he was looking for.
Feb 17, 2025, 8:09 PM
7' | Yamal wins a free-kick
Chavarría pulled the shirt of Lamine and it is a free-kick for the Catalan club.
Feb 17, 2025, 8:07 PM
4' | Chance for Lewandowski
Martinez sent a pass to Balde for him to make a run on the right and then his cross for Lewandowski was perfect from the byline.
But, Lewandowski could hit the back of the net with his header.
Feb 17, 2025, 8:04 PM
2' | Barcelona win the ball back
Barcelona won the ball quickly and tried to send a long pass for Lamine Yamal to make a run. However, the ball was too long.
Feb 17, 2025, 8:02 PM
1' | Kick-off
Here we go! Rayo Vallecano starts things off!
Feb 17, 2025, 8:00 PM
Players are shaking hands
We are done with the formalities and ready to start.
Feb 17, 2025, 7:57 PM
Players are coming out of tunnel
Players of both teams are coming out of the tunnel.
Feb 17, 2025, 7:51 PM
Warmups are done!
Warmups are done and players will come out of the tunnel very soon.
Starting XI: A. Batalla, A. Rațiu, F. Lejeune, A. Mumin, J. Chavarría, I. Ciss, P. Díaz, J. de Frutos, I. Palazón, Á. García, R.
Subs: Dani Cárdenas, Iván Balliu, Alfonso Espino, Pelayo Fernández, Marco de las Sias, Aridane Hernández, Óscar Trejo, Adrián Embarba, Gerard Gumbau, Óscar Valentín, Sergi Guardiola, Etienne Eto'o Pineda.
Feb 17, 2025, 7:20 PM
Lineups | Barcelona
Starting XI: Szczęsny, Cubarsí, Balde, I. Martínez, Gavi, Pedri, Lewandowski, Raphinha, Lamine Yamal, F. De Jong, H. Fort
Subs: Iñaki Peña, Diego Kochen, Eric García, Ronald Araújo, Gerard Martín, Jules Koundé, Marc Casadó, Dani Olmo, Pablo Torre, Ferran Torres, Ansu Fati, Pau Víctor
Feb 17, 2025, 6:49 PM
Recent form | Rayo Vallecano
🗓️ 08 Feb 2025
🏟️ Venue: Home vs Real Valladolid
🏆 Competition:La Liga
🔹 Result:Rayo Vallecano won 1-0
📊 Outcome:W
🗓️ 01 Feb 2025
🏟️ Venue: Away vs Leganés
🏆 Competition:La Liga
🔹 Result:Rayo Vallecano won 1-0
📊 Outcome:W
🗓️ 26 Jan 2025
🏟️ Venue: Home vs Girona FC
🏆 Competition:La Liga
🔹 Result:Rayo Vallecano won 2-1
📊 Outcome:W
🗓️ 19 Jan 2025
🏟️ Venue: Away vs Osasuna
🏆 Competition:Copa del Rey
🔹 Result:Draw1-1
📊 Outcome:D
🗓️ 17 Jan 2025
🏟️ Venue: Away vs Real Sociedad
🏆 Competition:Copa del Rey
🔹 Result:Rayo Vallecano lost 1-3
📊 Outcome:L
🗓️ 11 Jan 2025
🏟️ Venue: Home vs Celta Vigo
🏆 Competition:La Liga
🔹 Result:Rayo Vallecano won 2-1
📊 Outcome:W
🗓️ 03 Jan 2025
🏟️ Venue: Away vs Racing de Ferrol
🏆 Competition:Copa del Rey
🔹 Result:Rayo Vallecano won 3-1
📊 Outcome:W
Feb 17, 2025, 6:45 PM
Recent form | Barcelona
🗓️ 10 Feb 2025
🏟️ Venue: Away vs Sevilla
🏆 Competition:Copa del Rey
🔹 Result:Barcelona won 4-1
📊 Outcome:W
🗓️ 07 Feb 2025
🏟️ Venue: Away vs Valencia
🏆 Competition:La Liga
🔹 Result:Barcelona won 5-0
📊 Outcome:W
🗓️ 02 Feb 2025
🏟️ Venue: Home vs Deportivo Alavés
🏆 Competition:UEFA Champions League
🔹 Result:Barcelona won 1-0
📊 Outcome:W
🗓️ 30 Jan 2025
🏟️ Venue: Home vs Atalanta
🏆 Competition:La Liga
🔹 Result:Draw2-2
📊 Outcome:D
🗓️ 27 Jan 2025
🏟️ Venue: Home vs Valencia
🏆 Competition:UEFA Champions League
🔹 Result:Barcelona won 7-1
📊 Outcome:W
🗓️ 22 Jan 2025
🏟️ Venue: Away vs Benfica
🏆 Competition:UEFA Champions League
🔹 Result:Barcelona won 5-4
📊 Outcome:W
Feb 17, 2025, 6:40 PM
Recent meetings
🗓️ 28 Aug 2024
🏟️ Venue: Rayo Vallecano (Away for Barcelona)
🔹 Result:Barcelona won 2-1
🗓️ 19 May 2024
🏟️ Venue: Barcelona (Home)
🔹 Result:Barcelona won 3-0
🗓️ 25 Nov 2023
🏟️ Venue: Rayo Vallecano (Away for Barcelona)
🔹 Result:Draw1-1
🗓️ 27 Apr 2023
🏟️ Venue: Rayo Vallecano (Away for Barcelona)
🔹 Result:Rayo Vallecano won 2-1
🗓️ 14 Aug 2022
🏟️ Venue: Barcelona (Home)
🔹 Result:Draw0-0
🗓️ 25 Apr 2022
🏟️ Venue: Barcelona (Home)
🔹 Result:Rayo Vallecano won 1-0
Key Observations:
In the last 6 encounters, Barcelona has won 2, Rayo Vallecano has won 2, and 2 matches ended in a draw.
Rayo Vallecano has been a tricky opponent for Barcelona, managing 2 wins at the Camp Nou.
Barcelona showed improved form in the most recent meetings, remaining unbeaten in 3 consecutive games.
Low-scoring games have been common, with 4 out of 6 matches having 2 or fewer goals.
Feb 17, 2025, 6:37 PM
Barcelona - Rayo Vallecano H2H
Matches
Barcelona
Rayo Vallecano
Draws
20
15
3
2
Feb 17, 2025, 3:33 PM
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Referee of the Osasuna vs Real Madrid match closes social media accounts after receiving death threats
José Luis Munuera Montero, the referee who showed a controversial red card to Jude Bellingham, has closed his social media accounts as he reportedly received death threats.
The shocking instance of Jude Bellingham receiving a straight red card during the Osasuna vsReal Madrid match in LaLiga 2024-25 has stirred up severe controversy.
Amid the ongoing dispute, José Luis Munuera Montero, who officiated the match, has restricted his social media accounts after he received countless 'death threats'.
The incidents have taken a much more serious turn after Los Blancos ended the game against Osasuna in a 1-1 stalemate on February 15th.
José Luis Munuera Montero receives death threats
(Image Credit | SPORT)
The controversy started to take shape after the referee José Luis Munuera Montero showed Bellingham a straight red card in the 39th minute of the game, for alleged insults directed at him.
Bellingham allegedly abused the referee, using the 'f-word' while protesting against Osasuna receiving a free-kick. However, manager Carlo Ancelotti backed the English international, claiming that the referee misunderstood what the player said in English.
Bellingham himself stated to issue no further comments regarding the incident, as the LaLiga Disciplinary Committee is keeping the incident under speculation for an investigation.
Real Madrid are also expected to appeal opposing the marching order, whereas the Real Madrid midfielder might face at least a one-game ban.
🚨 Ancelotti: "Red card? I think the referee was nervous. Bellingham said 'if that's a foul then that was a penalty, f*ck off', Bellingham didn't do anything to deserve a red card. The referee didn't understand English." pic.twitter.com/TJlILlfhRj
However, the concerning incidents have drifted toward a very serious instance after Montero received almost 100,000 mentions in his latest Instagram post within a day. According to Mundo Deportivo, The comments included threats to injure or kill him, even threats to harm his wife and family.
The LaLiga official was forced to restrict the comment section on his social media following these horrible remarks. LaLiga has already responded to this incident, promising to "conduct an investigation aimed at enhancing the safety of its referees."
Dani Olmo is not a FC Barcelona player anymore: What is the future of the Spanish star?
La Liga have announced that Barcelona have failed to register player Dani Olmo and he is a free agent now. If Dani Olmo wishes, he can sign for another club.
La Liga organisers have clearly announced that FC Barcelona were not able to register their star player Dani Olmo before the given time and the player is no longer a FC Barcelona player. Along with Dani Olmo, the Catalan club have also failed to register Pau Victor before the last date, which was 31st December.
There is no data for players Dani Olmo and Pau Victor on La Liga's official website, which confirmed the situation and announcement from La Liga.
Barcelona had signed Dani Olmo for a fee around €60 million. Image | Dani Olmo/X
Barcelona, who have facing a financial crisis for a long now, had signed Olmo until December 31, 2024, at 80% of Danish defender Andreas Christensen's salary, who was injured earlier this year. Amidst all of these reports, the good news for Barcelona fans is that Christensen has returned to training and will be available for selection in Barcelona's next La Liga fixture.
La Liga had imposed a spending limit, which enabled Barcelona to have Dani Olmo only for a certain period of time and was allowed to play until Barcelona resolved their financial issues. Barca had signed the Spanish star for €60 million. But, if they are not been able to register the player, they would face a bigger financial loss.
"Barcelona have failed to register Dani Olmo and Pau Victor"
During the season, Joan Laporta, the Barcelona president had announced that a deal with Nike would help them resolve the Financial Fair Play situation and they would return to the 1:1 rule, mandated by La Liga. But, he has not been able to resolve the issue yet.
"La Liga informs that, as of today, December 31, FC Barcelona has not presented any alternative that, in compliance with La Liga's economic control regulations, allows them to register any player starting January 2," La Liga stated.
Olmo is a free agent now and can sign for any club
Barcelona had applied to the Spanish Football Federation (RFEF) for new registration of Dani Olmo and Pau Victor, but RFEF does not want to get in between La Liga and the club. RFEF is clear that they would only register the player if it is authorized by La Liga.
So, as of the situation right now, Dani Olmo is a free agent and can sign for any other club if he wishes to do so. However, as per his agent Andy Bara has expressed that Olmo is willing to stay in Barcelona despite Barcelona's appeal to register him being denied.
🚨 Dani Olmo arrives at Barcelona’s training ground for today’s session while his registration case is not resolved yet. 📸 @DavidIbanez5pic.twitter.com/CwOYPgTA0r
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