Rayo Vallecano’s chances of sealing a European spot have been dented by a 1-1 La Liga draw at neighbours Getafe.
In a match of few chances, Rayo edged into a first half lead as Mauro Arambarri diverted home into his own net.
⚡ Rayo Vallecano lead!
Isi Palazón with a brilliant delivery from the corner and the ball ends up in the back of the net 👊#LaLigaSantander | @LaLigaTV pic.twitter.com/La1uuaeLzN
— Viaplay Sports UK (@ViaplaySportsUK) February 12, 2023
Getafe wasted a perfect chance, after the restart, as Borja Mayoral skied his penalty kick, before Carles Alena was dismissed for a second booking.
😲 A penalty is awarded for Getafe but it's a horrible miss by Borja Mayoral!#LaLigaSantander | @LaLigaTV pic.twitter.com/pyiMIZMuye
— Viaplay Sports UK (@ViaplaySportsUK) February 12, 2023
However, the two goalkeepers that dominated in the closing stages, as Enes Unal charged down Stole Dimitrievski’s clearance to equalise, and David Soria kept out Raul de Tomas’ spot kick.
Stole Dimitrievski won't want to see this again 🫣
The Rayo Vallecano 'keeper kicks the ball against Enes Ünal who is rewarded for his pressing with a goal 👏#LaLigaSantander | @LaLigaTV pic.twitter.com/oyk1Lo9AHa
— Viaplay Sports UK (@ViaplaySportsUK) February 12, 2023
Another penalty, another miss! 🤷♂️
This time it's at the other end of the pitch as Raúl de Tomás has his effort brilliantly saved 🧤#LaLigaSantander | @LaLigaTV pic.twitter.com/UfuX7yBTwr
— Viaplay Sports UK (@ViaplaySportsUK) February 12, 2023
Elsewhere in Sunday’s La Liga action, hosts Real Valladolid held Osasuna to a 0-0 draw, with Darwin Machis finding himself constantly frustrated in front of goal, and Chimy Avila denied by the post late on.
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