Match Report
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Match Report
It's a clear sunny day here at Teresa Rivero where Rayo Vallecano play host to Extremadura UD. Its a sell-out today with the 21,000 capacity stadium completely full.
The pitch is in good condition.
Rayo Vallecano are playing in a 4-3-3 formation while Extremadura UD appear to be shaped for 4-2-3-1.
Today's match is refereed by Pedro Cano.
The pitch is in good condition.
Rayo Vallecano are playing in a 4-3-3 formation while Extremadura UD appear to be shaped for 4-2-3-1.
Today's match is refereed by Pedro Cano.
0.00
0-0Rayo Vallecano kick off and get the match underway!
2.10
0-0Frederico Teixeira sees Spencer Jacobs in space ahead and quickly passes the ball. Spencer Jacobs plays a one-two with Pascal Van Der Woerdt and advances towards the goal... Spencer Jacobs cuts inside the defence and shoots at goal. The ball swerves in the air but the keeper is more than a match for it. Nice save!
6.39
0-0Frederico Vicente controls the ball well before passing to his team mate, Jorge Semedo. Jorge Semedo knocks the ball beyond the defensive line but Frederico Vicente is offside!
9.13
1-0Frederico Teixeira flicks a high ball forward to Phil Ball who takes it down. Phil Ball whips in a cross ball towards Spencer Jacobs. Spencer Jacobs makes a deft header. The ball clips the underside of the bar and bounces just over the line. The fans cheer wildly!
12.41
Callum McGrory flicks a high pass forward to Phil Ball who brings the ball under control. Phil Ball passes the ball forward to Spencer Jacobs. Some silky footwork from Spencer Jacobs provides some space. He rifles a shot at goal. It's a goal!! What a beauty!
15.15
2-0Frederico Teixeira hacks Mohamed Khellafi from behind! The referee reaches into his pocket ... it's a yellow card! Mohamed Khellafi hobbles a bit, but should be okay.
16.07
2-0Frederico Teixeira threads a neat ball through to Pascal Van Der Woerdt. Pascal Van Der Woerdt knocks in a cross ball which is cleared by the defence.
21.55
Delano Bosman makes a probing pass to Liam Gordon. Liam Gordon threads the ball through to Phil Ball. Phil Ball whips in a cross ball towards Darren Power. Darren Power whips the ball goalwards with his head. The keeper is more than a match for it. Excellent keeping!
22.18
Frederico Teixeira runs straight at the opposition's defence. Frederico Teixeira makes a beautiful pass to the feet of Phil Ball but he's offside!
26.33
2-0Samuel Vieira flicks a high pass forward. Liam Gordon holds off his marker to collect the ball on his thigh. Liam Gordon kicks a strong pass forward to Frederico Teixeira. Frederico Teixeira shoots from outside the area but slams it into the crowd!
27.33
Phil Ball makes a simple pass to Spencer Jacobs. Spencer Jacobs shoots from distance but it's well over the bar!
28.33
Samuel Vieira takes it forward alone. With a delightful solo run, Samuel Vieira stretches the opposition's defence. Samuel Vieira shoots from long range but is denied by Eric Kühn. Excellent save.
34.10
Pascal Van Der Woerdt makes a beautiful pass to the feet of Darren Power. Darren Power finds some space and shoots from distance. Eric Kühn easily gets down and covers it.
38.47
Mohamed Khellafi makes a beautiful solo run. Mohamed Khellafi threads the ball through into the box. Ulrich César shows great control and tries a shot on goal. It curls slightly but Bruno Santos manages to gather it.
39.03
Mohamed Khellafi flicks a high ball forward to Frederico Vicente who takes it down. Frederico Vicente plays a quick one-two with Mohamed Khellafi and rushes in on goal... Frederico Vicente shows great control and tries a shot on goal but Bruno Santos is on top of it.
40.06
Callum McGrory threads the ball through to Andy Taylor. Andy Taylor flicks the ball to his team mate, Phil Ball. Phil Ball knocks in a cross ball towards Pascal Van Der Woerdt. Pascal Van Der Woerdt makes a looping header on goal. The ball edges just beyond the reach of the keeper, thudding into the back of the net. Goal!!
44.20
Mohamed Khellafi passes the ball forward to J-David Zugna. J-David Zugna deftly passes the ball to Mohamed Khellafi, releasing him through on goal. Mohamed Khellafi looks for support before firing off a hurried shot at goal. Bruno Santos is helpless! The ball slams into the back of the net - goal!!
45.00
The referee blows for the end of the first half
Both teams emerge for the second half. Rayo Vallecano appear unchanged since the first half. Extremadura UD have changed their lineup with Christopher Ocwirk replacing Mohamed Khellafi.
45.00
Extremadura UD start the second half!
47.32
3-1Andy Taylor hacks Christopher Ocwirk from behind! The referee calls over Andy Taylor and warns him to calm down! Christopher Ocwirk stretches but gets up unharmed.
49.03
Frederico Teixeira catches Christopher Ocwirk on the ankles. The referee calls over Frederico Teixeira and warns him to calm down! Christopher Ocwirk stretches but gets up unharmed.
51.31
54.25
Niels Dos Santos threads the ball through to Frederico Vicente. Frederico Vicente threads the ball through to Jorge Semedo. Jorge Semedo plays a one-two with J-David Zugna and advances towards the goal... Jorge Semedo rockets a shot on goal but it's drastically wayward!
65.08
With some swift thinking, Samuel Vieira plays the ball forward to Phil Ball. Phil Ball controls the ball well before passing to his team mate, Darren Power. Darren Power shoots from 25 yards. Magnificent save by Eric Kühn!
66.40
Christopher Ocwirk hacks Phil Ball from behind! The referee brings Christopher Ocwirk to one side and gives him a warning! Phil Ball stretches but gets up unharmed.
69.20
Frederico Teixeira controls the ball well before passing to his team mate, Darren Power. Darren Power shoots from long range. It curls slightly but Eric Kühn manages to gather it.
75.35
Liam Gordon threads the ball through to Pascal Van Der Woerdt. Pascal Van Der Woerdt knocks in a cross ball towards Frederico Teixeira. Frederico Teixeira flicks the ball with his head. The ball clips the inside of the post and flies into the back of the net!! Goal for Rayo Vallecano!
77.35
4-1Rayo Vallecano have made 2 substitutions with Kevin Gemmell replacing Darren Power and Pedro Bento replacing Liam Gordon .
79.50
83.05
Delano Bosman catches Ulrich César on the ankles. The referee brings Delano Bosman to one side and gives him a warning! Ulrich César runs off the knock.
90.00
The whistle indicates full-time!
Match Statistics
Goals
4
1
Shots on Target
10
3
Shots off Target
3
1
Offsides
1
1
Fouls
4
1
Yellow Cards
1
0
Red Cards
0
0
Possession
67.6%
32.4%
Play Area
19.1%
48.5%
32.4%
Scorers
Man of the Match
| The man of the match was awarded to Phil Ball of Rayo Vallecano |
Match Ratings
| 1. | Bruno Santos (GK) | 6 | |
| 2. | Samuel Vieira (DEF) | 7 | |
| 3. | Callum McGrory (DEF) | 6 | |
| 4. | Andy Taylor (DEF) | 6 | |
| 5. | Delano Bosman (DEF) | 6 | |
| 6. | Phil Ball (MID) | 9 | |
| 7. | Frederico Teixeira (MID) |   | 7 |
| 8. | Liam Gordon (MID) | 6 | |
| 9. | Pascal Van Der Woerdt (ATT) | | 8 |
| 10. | Spencer Jacobs (ATT) | | 9 |
| 11. | Darren Power (ATT) | 6 | |
| 12. | Diego De Visser (GK) | 0 | |
| 13. | Pedro Bento (MID) | 6 | |
| 14. | Kevin Gemmell (ATT) | 6 | |
| 1. | Eric Kühn (GK) | 7 | |
| 2. | Albert Vicente (DEF) | 6 | |
| 3. | Niels Dos Santos (DEF) | 6 | |
| 4. | Rodolfo Lorenzo (DEF) | 6 | |
| 5. | Pedro Gento (DEF) | 6 | |
| 6. | Frederico Vicente (MID) | 6 | |
| 7. | Mohamed Khellafi (MID) | | 8 |
| 8. | Oscar Carcedo (ATT) | 6 | |
| 9. | J-David Zugna (ATT) | 6 | |
| 10. | Jorge Semedo (ATT) | 6 | |
| 11. | Ulrich César (ATT) | 6 | |
| 12. | Christopher Ocwirk (MID) | 5 | |
| 13. | Alex Santoni (MID) | 0 | |
| 14. | Albert Cano (MID) | 0 | |