Match Report
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Match Report
The sky is dark and overcast here at Romano Jose Fouto where Mérida Unión Deportiva play host to Rayo Vallecano. A crowd of 9,391 fill this 10,000 capacity stadium.
The pitch is in poor condition.
Both Mérida Unión Deportiva and Rayo Vallecano are lined up in a 4-4-2 formation.
Today's match is refereed by Guillermo Suarez.
The pitch is in poor condition.
Both Mérida Unión Deportiva and Rayo Vallecano are lined up in a 4-4-2 formation.
Today's match is refereed by Guillermo Suarez.
0.00
0-0The whistle blows and Mérida Unión Deportiva get the match underway!
3.58
0-0Fernando Redondo flicks a high pass forward to Martin Pastor who brings the ball neatly under control. Martin Pastor sees the keeper off his line and tries a speculative shot on goal but it flies just wide!
4.04
Alfredo Ramos makes a simple pass to Juan-Carlos Bravo. Juan-Carlos Bravo makes a probing pass to Alberto Bravo. Alberto Bravo plays a scrappy one-two with Alfredo Alonso and advances towards the goal... Alberto Bravo comes through the middle and smashes a shot from 11 yards out but it's drastically wayward!
8.31
0-0With some swift thinking, Patricio Sanz plays the ball forward to Juan-Carlos Bravo. Juan-Carlos Bravo flicks the ball to his team mate, Alberto Bravo. Alberto Bravo whips in a cross ball towards Alfredo Alonso. Alfredo Alonso rises majestically and gets a header on goal. The keeper is on top of it. Well saved!
12.03
0-0Leonardo Garrido flicks a high ball forward to Luis Mora who takes it down. Luis Mora flicks the ball to his team mate, Alberto Vega. Alberto Vega knocks in a cross ball but it is too close to Gregorio Merino who gathers it comfortably.
14.08
Guillermo Suarez knocks the ball forward to Gabriel Saez. Gabriel Saez flicks a high pass forward. Fernando Redondo holds off his marker to collect the ball on his thigh. Fernando Redondo knocks in a cross ball but it is headed clear by Frederico Arias.
18.51
Arturo Martinez plays the ball forward to Alberto Vega. Alberto Vega knocks in a cross ball towards Martin Pastor. Martin Pastor makes a deft header. Gregorio Merino easily punches it away to safety.
27.21
Daniel Fernandez makes a strong solo run forward. Daniel Fernandez runs straight at the opposition's defence. Daniel Fernandez shoots from outside the area but it whistles just wide of the post!
40.01
Patricio Sanz makes a beautiful pass to the feet of Juan-Carlos Bravo. Juan-Carlos Bravo flicks the ball to his team mate, Alberto Bravo. Alberto Bravo knocks in a poor cross ball which is cleared easily by Leonardo Garrido.
45.00
The whistle indicates the end of the first half!
Both teams emerge for the second half. Mérida Unión Deportiva appear unchanged since the first half. Rayo Vallecano also appear unchanged since the first half.
45.00
Rayo Vallecano kick off the second half!
48.13
0-0Patricio Sanz comes in with a late challenge on Martin Pastor. Patricio Sanz is warned by the referee! Martin Pastor gets up, but that knock is affecting his game.
49.14
Leonardo Garrido flicks a high pass forward. Luis Mora collects the pass. Luis Mora sees Arturo Martinez in space ahead and quickly passes the ball. Arturo Martinez flicks the ball to his team mate, Martin Pastor. Martin Pastor makes some space for himself and shoots at goal but it sails harmlessly over the bar!
51.51
1-0Alberto Merino surges forward with the ball. Without breaking stride, Alberto Merino plays the ball forward to Felipe Redondo. Felipe Redondo plays a perfect one-two with Alberto Bravo and rushes in on goal... Felipe Redondo strikes a beautiful right-footed shot at goal. What a cracker!! Maurizio Zanutta had no chance!! Goal for Mérida Unión Deportiva!
54.32
1-0Felipe Redondo passes the ball forward to Alfredo Alonso. Alfredo Alonso knocks the ball forward to Juan-Carlos Bravo but the linesmans flag is up. Offside!
59.29
Rafael Diez takes it forward alone. Rafael Diez knocks in a cross ball which is cleared easily by the defence.
66.56
With imagination, Alberto Merino laces a weighted ball forward to Juan-Carlos Bravo. Juan-Carlos Bravo flicks a high pass forward. Alberto Bravo controls it well on his chest. Alberto Bravo shoots from distance but connects badly, narrowly missing the linesman!
67.41
Patricio Sanz plays the ball forward to Alfredo Alonso. Alfredo Alonso knocks the ball beyond the defensive line but Juan-Carlos Bravo is offside!
73.39
1-0Jose Pastor barges into Alfredo Alonso. The referee calls over Jose Pastor and shows him a yellow card! Alfredo Alonso hobbles a bit, but should be okay.
77.19
Felipe Redondo flicks a high pass forward to Alfredo Alonso who brings the ball under control. Alfredo Alonso knocks in a cross ball but it is too close to Maurizio Zanutta who gathers it comfortably.
78.17
Daniel Fernandez sees a break and surges forward. Daniel Fernandez makes a simple pass to Alberto Vega. Alberto Vega whips in a cross ball towards Gabriel Saez. Gabriel Saez whips the ball goalwards with his head. The ball dips under the bar and into the back of the net. Goal!!
83.35
Guillermo Suarez deftly passes the ball to his team mate, Fernando Redondo. Fernando Redondo makes a beautiful pass to the feet of Martin Pastor. Martin Pastor whips in a cross ball towards Alberto Vega. Alberto Vega directs the ball goalwards with his head. Alberto Vega scores for Rayo Vallecano!!
90.00
Frederico Arias brings the ball forward. Frederico Arias lofts in a cross ball towards Alfredo Alonso. Alfredo Alonso fearlessly jumps in, powering the ball goalwards with his head which easily beats the keeper. Goal!!
90.00
The referee blows for full-time
Match Statistics
Goals
2
2
Shots on Target
3
3
Shots off Target
2
3
Offsides
2
0
Fouls
1
1
Yellow Cards
0
1
Red Cards
0
0
Possession
56.1%
43.9%
Play Area
32.9%
41.5%
25.6%
Scorers
Man of the Match
| The man of the match was awarded to Alberto Vega of Rayo Vallecano |
Match Ratings
| 1. | Gregorio Merino (GK) | 6 | |
| 2. | Alfredo Ramos (DEF) | 6 | |
| 3. | Frederico Arias (DEF) | 8 | |
| 4. | Patricio Sanz (DEF) | 6 | |
| 5. | Alberto Merino (DEF) | 6 | |
| 6. | Rafael Diez (MID) | 6 | |
| 7. | Juan-Carlos Bravo (MID) | 6 | |
| 8. | Felipe Redondo (MID) |  | 8 |
| 9. | Leonardo Verges (MID) | 6 | |
| 10. | Alberto Bravo (ATT) | 7 | |
| 11. | Alfredo Alonso (ATT) | | 8 |
| 12. | Marcos Soler (GK) | 0 | |
| 13. | Nicolas Rubio (GK) | 0 | |
| 14. | Pablo Suarez (GK) | 0 | |
| 1. | Maurizio Zanutta (GK) | 6 | |
| 2. | Jose Pastor (DEF) |  | 5 |
| 3. | Leonardo Garrido (DEF) | 7 | |
| 4. | Guillermo Suarez (DEF) | 6 | |
| 5. | Daniel Fernandez (DEF) | 7 | |
| 6. | Gabriel Saez (MID) | | 8 |
| 7. | Luis Mora (MID) | 6 | |
| 8. | Fernando Redondo (MID) | 6 | |
| 9. | Arturo Martinez (MID) | 6 | |
| 10. | Martin Pastor (ATT) | 7 | |
| 11. | Alberto Vega (ATT) | | 9 |
| 12. | Albert Morales (MID) | 0 | |
| 13. | Ernesto Nieto (GK) | 0 | |
| 14. | Nicolas Mora (ATT) | 0 | |