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Goal off the bench Garcia scored one goal to go with two shots (one on goal) and one chance created in Sunday's 3-0 win over Levante.

Impact After starting seven of his first eight league matches, Garcia came off the bench for just the second time and found the net, marking his third goal of the season and second as a substitute.

OCTOBER 20 • ROTOWIRE

Scores in defeat Garcia scored one goal to go with one shot (one on goal) and one cross (zero accurate) in Wednesday's 3-2 loss against Atletico Madrid.

Impact Despite entering as a sub for the first time this season, Garcia buried his first goal in five outings, and his second of the year. He has at least one shot in four straight games and a shot on target in each of the last three outings. On the other hand, he was not overly involved in build-up play, as he finished with fewer than 15 completed passes and zero chances created for the second time in three appearances.

SEPTEMBER 26 • ROTOWIRE

Julián Alvarez scores hat trick to give Atletico Madrid a 3-2 win over Rayo Vallecano

Julián Alvarez has scored a late winner to complete a hat trick and lead Atletico Madrid to a 3-2 victory over Rayo Vallecano in the Spanish league

SEPTEMBER 24 • Associated Press

Sets up equalizer Garcia assisted once to go with two shots (two on goal), eight crosses (one accurate) and one chance created in Sunday's 1-1 draw against Celta Vigo.

Impact Garcia set up Jorge De Frutos for the equalizer in the 65th minute and also won four duels and made a tackle. Garcia has started all five games and this was his first assist of the season.

SEPTEMBER 21 • ROTOWIRE

Yamal scores from penalty spot but Barcelona needs goalkeeper Joan García to leave Rayo with a point

Lamine Yamal scored from the penalty spot but Barcelona needed goalkeeper Joan García to ensure it left Rayo Vallecano with a point after a 1-1 draw in the Spanish league

AUGUST 31 • Associated Press

Season starts with goal Garcia scored one goal to go with one shot (one on goal), two crosses (zero accurate) and one chance created in Friday's 3-1 win against Girona.

Impact Another season of La Liga, and it is another Rayo Vallecano season with Garcia. The midfielder has been a consistent option; since 2021-22, he has logged somewhere between seven and 11 G/A every season. Garcia already added to the category with one goal, which he logged four of last season.

AUGUST 15 • ROTOWIRE

Nightmare game for Girona goalie Gazzaniga as La Liga starts with Rayo Vallecano win

Girona goalkeeper Paulo Gazzaniga has had a rough start to La Liga

AUGUST 15 • Associated Press

Nine goal contributions Garcia recorded four goals and five assists across 36 appearances (28 starts) in LaLiga.

Impact Garcia failed to reach double-digit goal contributions for the second consecutive season, as he achieved that mark in both 2021/22 and 2022/23, but he remains a regular for Rayo. Even though the 28 starts mark the lowest he's made in his last four seasons, he once again racked up more than 30 league appearances. He should remain a regular option in Rayo's attacking midfield in 2025/26.

JUNE 13 • ROTOWIRE

Registers six shots Garcia recorded six shots (three on goal), three crosses (two accurate) and four chances created in Saturday's 0-0 draw versus Mallorca.

Impact Garcia failed to earn a goal contribution but still was solid throughout the season finale, notching three crosses, four chances created and six shots. However, he does end the season goalless in his final three games. He ends the season with four goals on 71 shots and five assists on 50 chances created in 36 appearances.

MAY 26 • ROTOWIRE

Breaks goal drought in win Garcia scored one goal to go with four shots (one on goal) and one cross (zero accurate) in Friday's 1-0 win against Las Palmas.

Impact Garcia's left-footed strike in the second half Friday gave Rayo Vallecano the narrow, one-goal margin by which they would go on to secure victory over Las Palmas. The goal broke an 11 appearance (11 start) stretch dating back to February over which the forward had not scored a goal. Garcia remains an integral member of the Vallecano starting XI, having made the starting lineup in 14 successive La Liga fixtures.

MAY 12 • ROTOWIRE

Three assists in a row Garcia assisted once to go with one shot (one on goal), three crosses (one accurate) and one chance created in Sunday's 2-2 draw against Real Sociedad.

Impact Garcia assisted for the third game in a row and has now created 16 chances in his last eight games. In these eight games, he has also picked up all five of his assists and scored one of his three total goals. He now has at least one shot in each of his last six matches.

MARCH 17 • ROTOWIRE

Assists in road loss Garcia assisted once to go with five shots (one on goal), one cross (zero accurate) and three chances created in Sunday's 2-1 defeat to Real Madrid.

Impact Garcia created Pedro Diaz's goal in the 47th minute with his fourth assist in the campaign, but it wasn't enough to avoid the road loss. The forward also led Rayo Vallecano with a season-high five shots during the match. He created the most chances for his side as well.

MARCH 11 • ROTOWIRE

Notches assist Garcia assisted once to go with three shots (two on goal), four crosses (one accurate) and three chances created in Saturday's 1-1 draw versus Sevilla.

Impact Garcia saw an assist in Saturday's draw, finding Andrei Ratiu in the 55th minute of the match. This does mark his third assist of the season, now brining him to six goal contributions. He also registered three shots, three chances created and four crosses in his 90 minutes of play.

MARCH 2 • ROTOWIRE

Inks extension Garcia has signed an extension with Rayo Vallecano, according to his club.

Impact Garcia is not planning to leave Rayo anytime soon, as the attacker just signed an extension until 2028. This comes in a season where he has seen a slight drop in minutes, only starting in 14 of his 21 appearances compared to the 30 starts in 32 appearances last season. However, he is still producing goal contributions, with five this season, only two off of his 2023/24 total.

FEBRUARY 11 • ROTOWIRE

Scores winning goal Garcia tallied the winning goal in Rayo Vallecano's 1-0 victory over Valladolid Friday.

Impact Garcia was busy, logging five shots (two on target) and eight crosses in the win. Though he only created two chances, his goal picked up three crucial points for Rayo Vallecano. The side gets a nice break before a tough test against Barcelona in two weeks. Barca have conceded just 24 goals in 22 league matches entering the weekend.

FEBRUARY 7 • ROTOWIRE

Six crosses in start Garcia generated one shot (zero on goal), six crosses (one accurate) and two chances created in Friday's 1-0 victory versus Leganes.

Impact After logging two assists as a substitute in his previous appearance, Garcia earned a start Friday. He updated his season high in crosses but could not provide the same magic. Across four appearances in January, Garcia logged 11 crosses (two accurate) and five chances created.

FEBRUARY 1 • ROTOWIRE

Assists twice as substitute Garcia had two assists while crossing five times (one accurate) and creating three chances during Sunday's 2-1 win over Girona.

Impact Garcia entered the match in the 58th minute and set up Randy Netka in the 80th and 83rd while leading Rayo with three chances created. The assists were the first goal involvements in over a month for Garcia who hasn't started in any of Rayo's last three league matches.

JANUARY 26 • ROTOWIRE

Makes bench Friday Garcia (thigh) is on the bench for Friday's game against Celta Vigo.

Impact Garcia was expected to be available after he recovered from an injury, so it's not surprising to see him on the bench. He'll wait for an opportunity off the bench with Adrian Embarba starting on the left side of the attack.

JANUARY 10 • ROTOWIRE

Expected to be available Garcia (thigh) is expected to be available for Friday's game against Celta Vigo, Union Rayo reports.

Impact Garcia trained with the rest of his teammates Thursday and will be available for the match versus Celta Vigo. He's been in and out of the starting lineup of late, so it's unclear what kind of role he'll have Friday, but the injury he sustained in December is a thing of the past.

JANUARY 9 • ROTOWIRE

Off at halftime Garcia was subbed off due to injury in the 46th minute of Sunday's 1-1 draw against Betis.

Impact Garcia was unable to return for the second half after picking up an injury against Betis. That was his last match of 2024 as he enters the winter break making 12 starts in 16 appearances. In that span, the midfielder recorded two goals with 46 crosses (14 accurate), 23 tackles and 21 chances created.

DECEMBER 22, 2024 • ROTOWIRE

On bench Garcia (undisclosed) is on the bench for Wednesday's match against Girona.

Impact Garcia has returned to play after missing only one match, as he is on the bench Wednesday. He will look to return to the starting XI in their next match after testing his legs against Girona, as he had started in the last three matches before his injury.

SEPTEMBER 25, 2024 • ROTOWIRE

Questionable to face Girona Garcia is questionable for Wednesday's match against Girona, according to manager Inigo Perez. "Yes, they are now training, they will train with the group and, as I always say, dep...

Impact Garcia is looking to return Wednesday after missing the club's last match due to undisclosed issues. He has started in three of the four matches he has been available for, so they will hope to have him as an option. His availability will likely come down to a fitness test ahead of game time, with a bench role probably the best he will do.

SEPTEMBER 24, 2024 • ROTOWIRE

Nets against Espanyol Garcia scored one goal to go with two shots (one on goal) and four crosses (two accurate) in Saturday's 2-1 defeat against Espanyol. In addition, he was given a yellow card in the...

Impact Garcia opened the scoring in the fourth minute, assisted by Adrian Embarba. In addition to his goal, Garcia completed a dribble and contributed defensively with three tackles and a clearance. This was his first goal of the season. Last season, he scored six goals and will be looking to improve on that tally this season.

AUGUST 31, 2024 • ROTOWIRE

Good to go Garcia (undisclosed) is starting for Rayo during Saturday's match against Espanyol.

Impact Garcia returns as expected after leaving early in mid week against Barcelona. The attacker makes his second consecutive start for Rayo on Saturday.

AUGUST 31, 2024 • ROTOWIRE

Ready for Saturday Garcia (undisclosed) is available for Saturday's match against Espanyol, according to manager Inigo Perez. "The three are fit and available. The other day, the three changes were d...

Impact Garcia was brought off early in Tuesday's match but has now been announced to not be dealing with an injury and only with fatigue, leaving him as an option for Saturday. He is an important player when fit, starting in their last match and likely to gain the start again Saturday now that he is healthy.

AUGUST 30, 2024 • ROTOWIRE

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