Rayo Vallecano vs Villarreal Match Preview: La Liga Clash on May 17, 2026

Match Context

Rayo Vallecano host Villarreal at Campo de Futbol de Vallecas in Madrid on 17 May 2026 in La Liga (Regular Season - 37). Rayo sit 10th on 44 points with a goal difference of -6, while Villarreal are 3rd on 69 points with a goal difference of 24.

Rayo Vallecano Availability

Rayo face multiple concerns. Ilias Akhomach (Muscle Injury) is sidelined. Luiz Felipe (Injury) is sidelined. D. Mendez (Knee Injury) is sidelined. Isi Palazón (Red Card) is sidelined through suspension. I. Balliu (Injury) is doubtful. Álvaro García (Injury) is doubtful. G. Gumbau (Injury) is doubtful. Top scorer Jorge de Frutos, with 10 league goals, is available and expected to carry much of Rayo’s attacking threat.

Villarreal Availability

For Villarreal, J. Foyth (Achilles Tendon Injury) is sidelined. Renato Veiga (Yellow Cards) is sidelined through suspension. P. Cabanes (Convalescence) is doubtful. Key attacking figures G. Mikautadze (12 goals, 6 assists) and Alberto Moleiro (10 goals, 5 assists) are both available.

Impact Summary

Rayo’s absences mainly hit their defensive structure and wide options, but their primary goalscorer remains fit. Villarreal lose defensive depth and a versatile option in Renato Veiga, yet retain a potent attacking core that has produced 67 league goals, leaving their offensive output largely intact.