Real Madrid vs Rayo Vallecano Stats: Head-to-Head Record

Real Madrid host Rayo Vallecano in La Liga on 12 September 2026, with kick-off scheduled for 19:00 UTC in Madrid. The fixture comes in the early stages of the 2026 La Liga season, in the “Regular Season - 5” round, adding important context for both clubs’ ambitions. Real Madrid vs Rayo Vallecano stats underline a clash between a side targeting the top of the table and another aiming to move away from the lower half.

In the current 2026 league standings, Real Madrid sit 3rd with 9 points from 4 matches, boasting a goal difference of +7 and a strong home record of two wins from two, scoring 8 and conceding just 1. Rayo Vallecano arrive in Madrid ranked 14th with 4 points, having won 1, drawn 1 and lost 2, with a goal difference of -3. With Real Madrid pushing for the Champions League league stage and Rayo Vallecano looking to stabilise, the stakes are clear: three points here could either consolidate Real’s early title credentials or give Rayo a major boost. This makes the Real Madrid vs Rayo Vallecano stats particularly relevant ahead of kick-off.

Head-to-head record

The head-to-head record between Real Madrid and Rayo Vallecano in the recent La Liga meetings listed shows a clear advantage for the home side in the upcoming fixture.

• Previous meetings: 5
• Real Madrid wins: 2
• Draws: 3
• Rayo Vallecano wins: 0

Real Madrid vs Rayo Vallecano Timeline & Historical Context

The Real Madrid vs Rayo Vallecano timeline in recent La Liga seasons highlights a competitive but largely Real Madrid–favoured matchup. The earliest match in the current data set came on 18 February 2024 in La Liga “Regular Season - 25” at Estadio de Vallecas in Madrid. On that day, Rayo Vallecano drew 1-1 with Real Madrid, with the half-time score also 1-1, under referee Alejandro Muniz Ruiz. It set the tone for a run of tight contests, especially at Rayo’s ground.

On 14 December 2024, again at Estadio de Vallecas in La Liga “Regular Season - 17”, Rayo Vallecano and Real Madrid produced a high-scoring 3-3 draw. The half-time score was already 2-2, reflecting an open, attacking encounter. This match reinforced the idea that Rayo can trouble Real Madrid at home, even if they have not converted those performances into wins in the fixtures listed.

The rivalry then shifted to the Estadio Santiago Bernabéu. On 9 March 2025 in La Liga “Regular Season - 27”, Real Madrid defeated Rayo Vallecano 2-1 at home, having led 2-1 at half-time. That win was followed by a 0-0 draw on 9 November 2025 in La Liga “Regular Season - 12” at Campo de Futbol de Vallecas, where Rayo, as hosts, held Real Madrid in a tight, low-scoring contest. Most recently, on 1 February 2026 in La Liga “Regular Season - 22” at Estadio Santiago Bernabéu, Real Madrid beat Rayo Vallecano 2-1, leading 1-0 at the break. Overall, the Real Madrid vs Rayo Vallecano timeline shows that while Real have taken the wins at home, Rayo have repeatedly managed to earn draws in their own stadium.

Real Madrid vs Rayo Vallecano Head to Head Overall Breakdown

The head-to-head numbers from these La Liga meetings point to Real Madrid’s superiority in results, but also to Rayo Vallecano’s ability to stay competitive on the scoreline.

Overall Record & Goals:

• Total Goals Scored: Real Madrid 9 - 6 Rayo Vallecano
• Average Goals per Match: Real Madrid 1.80 vs Rayo Vallecano 1.20

Venue Split Performance:

• At Estadio Santiago Bernabéu: 3 matches played here — Real Madrid won 3 (as home side), Rayo Vallecano won 0 (as away side), 0 draws
• At Estadio de Vallecas / Campo de Futbol de Vallecas: 2 matches played here — Rayo Vallecano won 0 (as home side), Real Madrid won 0 (as away side), 2 draws

Real Madrid vs Rayo Vallecano Last Results: Past Direct Meetings

Here are the Real Madrid vs Rayo Vallecano last results in recent competitive fixtures:

• 1 February 2026: Real Madrid 2-1 Rayo Vallecano (Half-time: 1-0) – La Liga “Regular Season - 22”
• 9 November 2025: Rayo Vallecano 0-0 Real Madrid (Half-time: 0-0) – La Liga “Regular Season - 12”
• 9 March 2025: Real Madrid 2-1 Rayo Vallecano (Half-time: 2-1) – La Liga “Regular Season - 27”
• 14 December 2024: Rayo Vallecano 3-3 Real Madrid (Half-time: 2-2) – La Liga “Regular Season - 17”
• 18 February 2024: Rayo Vallecano 1-1 Real Madrid (Half-time: 1-1) – La Liga “Regular Season - 25”

Recent Form: Last 5 Matches Breakdown

Last 5 Real Madrid Matches Results and Stats

Looking at Real Madrid’s season to date in La Liga 2026, they have started strongly. Across 4 matches, they have 3 wins and 1 loss, with no draws. Their attack has been prolific, scoring 10 goals (an average of 2.5 per game), while conceding only 3 (0.8 per game). At home, Real Madrid have been especially dominant, with 2 wins from 2, 8 goals scored and just 1 conceded, and one clean sheet. The form guide of “WWWL” and a longest winning streak of 3 matches underline that they arrive in this fixture with momentum and a powerful offensive profile.

• Recent Results Summary: Win 3, Draw 0, Lose 1 (season to date)

Last 5 Rayo Vallecano Matches Results and Stats

Rayo Vallecano’s La Liga 2026 campaign to date has been more mixed. Over 4 matches, they have 1 win, 1 draw and 2 defeats, reflected in the form line “LDLW”. They have scored 7 goals (1.8 per match) but conceded 10 (2.5 per match), indicating a more open, defensively vulnerable profile. At home, Rayo have been more solid with 1 win and 1 draw from 2, scoring 4 and conceding 3. Away from home, however, they have lost both matches, scoring 3 but letting in 7, including a heaviest away defeat of 5-2. The absence of clean sheets so far further highlights their defensive challenges on the road.

• Recent Results Summary: Win 1, Draw 1, Lose 2 (season to date)

Historical Statistical Verdict

Across the available Real Madrid vs Rayo Vallecano stats, the pattern is consistent. Real Madrid hold the clear edge in the head-to-head record with 2 wins and 3 draws from 5 recent La Liga meetings, and a 9-6 aggregate goal advantage. At the Estadio Santiago Bernabéu, they have been perfect in this sample with 3 wins from 3, while Rayo Vallecano have been more competitive at home, earning two draws in two matches. Current season form further tilts the balance towards Real Madrid: they are 3rd in the table with a strong attack and defence, especially at home, whereas Rayo Vallecano are 14th and have struggled defensively away from home. Taken together, the historical results, venue split and early-season form all point to Real Madrid entering this fixture as strong favourites, with Rayo needing a disciplined defensive performance to disrupt the established trends.

Real Madrid vs Rayo Vallecano H2H Statistics updated on 8 September 2026.