Rayo Vallecano claimed a well-deserved victory at the Ciutat de València stadium in Matchday 9 of La Liga. Jorge de Frutos showcased his talent by scoring two goals from open play, the first coming in the 11th minute and the second at the 24th minute, playing a pivotal role in his team’s overall performance. Álvaro García joined the scoring spree in the 64th minute with a goal of his own.
Jorge de Frutos’ exceptional performance earned him the title of Man of the Match. The Rayo Vallecano midfielder netted two goals, completed 13 successful passes, and made two attempts on goal.
Pep Chavarría was also a key figure in the defense throughout the encounter, crucially clearing two threatening balls.
Levante’s head coach, Julián Calero, set up his team in a 4-4-2 formation with Mathew Ryan as the goalkeeper; Jeremy Toljan, Adrián de la Fuente, Matías Moreno, and Manu Sánchez forming the backline; Carlos Álvarez, Unai Vencedor, Kervin Arriaga, and Roger Brugué in midfield; and Etta Eyong and Iván Romero up front.
On the other hand, the squad managed by Iñigo Perez opted for a 4-5-1 strategy with Augusto Batalla guarding the net; Andrei Ratiu, Florian Lejeune, Nobel Mendy, and Pep Chavarría in defense; Óscar Valentín, Unai López, Jorge de Frutos, Pedro Díaz, and Fran Pérez in midfield; and Alexandre Alemão leading the attack.
The match at Ciutat de València was officiated by referee Miguel Sesma Espinosa.
In their next fixture, the Granotes will visit Mallorca, while Rayo Vallecano will face Alavés at home.
Currently, Levante sits in fourteenth place with 8 points, whereas Rayo Vallecano has climbed to tenth place with 11 points in the league standings.
Levante Substitutions
73’ 2T – Carlos Álvarez was replaced by Pablo Martínez, Roger Brugué by Carlos Espí, Unai Vencedor by Jon Olasagasti, and Etta Eyong by Goduine Koyalipou.
Rayo Vallecano Substitutions
62’ 2T – Alexandre Alemão was substituted by Isaac Palazón, and Unai López by Álvaro García. 74’ 2T – Fran Pérez came off for Luis Alfonso Espino, and Jorge de Frutos was replaced by Pathé Ciss. 81’ 2T – Nobel Mendy left the pitch for Gerard Gumbau, while Matías Moreno was substituted by José Luis Morales.