Rayo Vallecano 2026/27 La Liga Preview
Rayo Vallecano have conceded 16 goals in seven games, the second-worst record in the division, and have still taken eight points. Beñat San José’s side were beaten 5-2 at Barcelona and 4-1 at Real Madrid, but have won at home to Racing de Santander and Espanyol.
Sergio Camello has been the revelation with seven goals, more than half the side’s total, and is currently the third-highest scorer in La Liga. Unai López has taken 30 corners, the most of any player at the club, and Florian Lejeune has had four direct free-kicks. Emil Audero is still waiting for a first clean sheet.
Eighth and 50 points last season came from a side that drew 14 times and rarely lost heavily. This version is far more volatile at both ends. Camello’s form is keeping Rayo in the top half, and a defence conceding at better than two a game is what will decide whether they stay there.

Rayo Vallecano’s set-piece specialists
- Penalties: Sergio Camello
- Free-Kicks: Florian Lejeune, Unai López
- Corners: Unai López, Pedro Díaz
Unai López has taken 30 of Rayo Vallecano’s corners to Pedro Díaz’s 4. Florian Lejeune has had four of the direct free-kicks. Rayo Vallecano are yet to be awarded a penalty, so the taker is unproven – Sergio Camello, their leading scorer, is the likeliest candidate.
Rayo Vallecano FAQs
Where did Rayo Vallecano finish in the 2025/26 season?
Rayo Vallecano finished eighth in La Liga in 2025/26, with 50 points from 38 games (12 wins, 14 draws, 12 defeats).
Who is the Rayo Vallecano manager?
Benat San Jose is the manager of Rayo Vallecano.
Where do Rayo Vallecano play their home games?
Rayo Vallecano play their home games at Estadio Vallecas. The club was founded in 1924.

