Probable Lineups
4-3-3
4-2-3-1
Probable Lineups Statistical Comparison
Goals
Assists
(6.4)
6.5
Average Ratings
6.5
(6.4)
27.1
Average Age
31.3
181.9
Average Height (cm)
177.3
(0.8)
1
Shots pg
1
(0.8)
(49%)
48%
Aerial Duel Success
47%
(47%)
(0.6)
0.5
Dribbles pg
0.5
(0.5)
(1.2)
1.1
Tackles pg
1
(1.2)
* Values in brackets (x) are overall player statistics in LaLiga.
Missing Players
Almeria
Rayo Vallecano
| Player | Reason | Status | Rating |
|---|---|---|---|
| Léo Baptistão | Out | 6.52 | |
| Samú Costa | Out | N/A |
No missing players.
Team News
Almeria
Rayo Vallecano
- Léo Baptistão's injury means Almería will most likely rely on Luis Suárez's ability in attack since signing the striker permanently from Marseille this summer.
- Samú Costa misses out with a suspension due to an accumulation of yellow cards following on from last season; new signing Dion Lopy could start in his place.
- Brazilian starlet Lázaro Vinicius is likely to feature from the bench at least. The forward is fighting for a place in the starting XI since impressing with six goals in 19 games last season.
- Since beloved Andoni Iraola leaving to manage Bournemouth, new boss Francisco Rodríguez will take charge of his first competitive match as Rayo coach.
- New signing Florian Lejeune is expected to start since his loan deal from Alaves was made permanent this summer.
- Defenders Alfonso Espino and Aridane Hernández, who both signed on free transfers, look set to slot straight in and make their debuts.
