Rayo Vallecano loses in second preseason friendly
Rayo Vallecano suffered a defeat in their second preseason friendly against Feyenoord in Rotterdam, a match that ended with extra time and a final score of 2-1. The team, led by Beñat San José, showed moments of quality but couldn't overcome the home side, who prevailed in the final minutes. Álvaro García equalized after an early goal from Shaqueel Van Persie, but Van Den Elshout scored the decisive goal in extra time.
What happened in the match?
The game started with Feyenoord dominating, taking advantage of the rain and local pressure. Shaqueel Van Persie, son of the Dutch legend, opened the scoring with a goal in the first half. However, Rayo Vallecano responded with a stunning goal from Álvaro García, who finished brilliantly after a pass from Jorge De Frutos. The match ended 1-1 in regulation time, but in extra time, Van Den Elshout sealed the victory for Feyenoord.
Why is it important for Rayo Vallecano?
This friendly is part of Rayo Vallecano's preparation for the new La Liga season, where the team aims to improve after finishing in 8th place in the 2025 season with 50 points. The team, coming off a four-game winning streak, needs to fine-tune details before the official competition begins. The participation of players like Nobel Mendy, who made his debut as a Rayo player, is crucial for manager Beñat San José.
What's next for Rayo Vallecano?
Rayo Vallecano will continue their preseason with more friendlies before the start of La Liga. The team, which comes from a 2-1 victory against Alavés in their last official match, aims to maintain their good form and correct the mistakes seen in the game against Feyenoord. The next test will be a new challenge for the team, which hopes to be in top form at the start of the season.
