La Liga · 9th this season

Rayo Vallecano

Spain · Madrid · Estadio del Rayo Vallecano

Madrid's working-class club from Vallecas, with a left-leaning supporter culture and a ground that feels nothing like the Bernabéu.

League: La Liga
Position: 9th, 8 points (2026-27)
Founded: 1924
Stadium: Estadio del Rayo Vallecano
Colours: White / Red
Nickname: Franjirrojos

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Current Season (2026-27)

Rayo Vallecano are 9th in the La Liga after 7 matches: 2 won, 2 drawn, 3 lost, 8 points. That is mid-table: not chasing Europe, not in danger of relegation.

See the full 2026-27 table

Last Season (2025-26)

Rayo Vallecano finished 8th in the La Liga with 50 points from 38 matches: 12 won, 14 drawn, 12 lost. That is mid-table: not chasing Europe, not in danger of relegation.

See the full 2025-26 table

Matches

The first question most new supporters have. Kickoff times are shown as dates; exact times shift for television.

Tue, Sep 15Home vs Espanyol2 : 1
Sat, Sep 19Away vs Osasuna1 : 1
Sat, Oct 10Home vs Athletic
Mon, Oct 19Away vs Getafe
Sat, Oct 24Home vs Elche

Fixture data retrieved 2026-09-20. Matches move.

What to know before you follow them

Rayo are perennial underdogs. Politics and neighbourhood identity are part of the package.

One World Cup player at Rayo Vallecano

Players from the 2026 World Cup squads who are recorded at this club. Club moves after the tournament may not be reflected yet.

Pathé Ciss
Senegal

The squad

11 players. 1 played at the 2026 World Cup. Squad lists come from our data providers and may not reflect the latest transfers, loans, or injuries. Treat this as a guide to the current group, not a live official roster.

Goalkeeper