Valencia vs Rayo Vallecano Match Preview

Valencia host Rayo Vallecano at Estadio de Mestalla on 2026-05-14 in La Liga Regular Season - 36. Valencia sit 12th on 42 points (goal difference -12), while Rayo Vallecano are 10th with 43 points (goal difference -6).

Valencia Availability

Valencia face multiple defensive concerns. J. Copete (Ankle Injury) is sidelined. M. Diakhaby (Muscle Injury) is sidelined. D. Foulquier (Knee Injury) is sidelined. In midfield and attack, L. Beltrán (Knee Injury) is doubtful, while T. Rendall (Muscle Injury) is doubtful. None of the listed absentees appear among the league’s top scorers or assist providers, so Valencia’s primary creative outlet Luis Rioja (6 assists, 2 goals) is available.

Rayo Vallecano Availability

Rayo Vallecano also arrive with notable absences. I. Akhomach (Muscle Injury) is sidelined. Luiz Felipe (Injury) is sidelined. D. Mendez (Knee Injury) is sidelined. I. Palazon (Red Card) is sidelined due to suspension. Their leading attacking threat Jorge de Frutos (10 goals, 1 assist) is available and expected to shoulder much of the offensive burden.

Impact Summary

Valencia’s issues are concentrated in defense and squad depth, with their main creator Luis Rioja available to supply chances. Rayo Vallecano lose width and creativity through Isi Palazón’s suspension and Ilias Akhomach’s injury, placing even greater emphasis on Jorge de Frutos to maintain their attacking output.