Rayo Vallecano vs Girona Match Preview: La Liga 2026

Match Context

Rayo Vallecano host Girona at Campo de Futbol de Vallecas in Madrid on 11 May 2026, in La Liga Regular Season - 35. Rayo sit 11th on 42 points with a goal difference of -6, while Girona are 17th on 38 points and a -15 goal difference, still looking over their shoulder near the bottom.

Rayo Vallecano Availability

Rayo have multiple defensive and attacking concerns. Luiz Felipe (Injury) is sidelined, removing an experienced option at the back. D. Mendez (Knee Injury) is sidelined, further limiting depth. I. Akhomach (Injury) is doubtful, which could reduce Rayo’s flexibility in the forward line if he does not make it.

Girona Availability

Girona travel with a lengthy absentee list. Bryan Gil (Yellow Cards) is sidelined through suspension and will be a notable loss in wide areas. Juan Carlos (Knee Injury) is sidelined, along with Portu (Knee Injury), who is also sidelined and usually offers direct attacking threat. A. Ruiz (Muscle Injury) is sidelined, V. Vanat (Injury) is sidelined, and M. ter Stegen (Hamstring Injury) is sidelined, affecting options in goal. D. van de Beek (Achilles Tendon Injury) is sidelined, removing creativity from midfield.

Impact Summary

Rayo’s main attacking figures Jorge de Frutos (10 goals, 1 assist) and Álvarez García (4 goals, 5 assists) are both available, preserving most of their attacking output. Girona, however, lose several forwards and creative profiles at once, which significantly reduces their attacking depth and could tilt the offensive balance towards the hosts.