Espanyol vs. Rayo Vallecano - News - April 21, 2022 | FOX Sports

Sergi Guardiola - Scores one in win Sergi scored one goal on one shot (one on target) in Thursday's 1-0 victory over Espanyol.

Impact Sergi ended the first half strong after scoring in the 42nd minute. Sergi has been a dominant finisher for Rayo Vallecano obtaining three goals in his past four games. With his recent success, Sergi is likely to keep improving his performance and keep his position in the starting XI.

APRIL 22, 2022 • ROTOWIRE

Stole Dimitrievski - Records clean sheet Dimitrievski made two saves and had three clearances during Thursday's 1-0 shutout against Espanyol.

Impact Dimitrievski had an effective performance obtaining yet another sheet for the 2021 campaign. Dimitrievski's productivity raised concern after conceding six goals in his past five matches but proved it wrong in Thursday's clash. With his 7th clean sheet of the season, Dimitrievski has performed in top form and is likely to continue his success for the end of the 2021 campaign.

APRIL 22, 2022 • ROTOWIRE

Alejandro Catena - Delivers assist in win Catena created one goal and an assist during Thursday's 1-0 victory over Espanyol.

Impact Catena delivered a superb pass in the 42nd minute to help Rayo Vallecano obtain an early goal. Catena has been a solid defender and has occasionally created offensive opportunities on set pieces. With his 2nd goal of the season, expect Catena to not repeat his performance consistently for the remainder of the 2021 season.

APRIL 22, 2022 • ROTOWIRE

Diego Lopez - Concedes one in loss Lopez made one save but conceded a goal in Thursday's 1-0 loss to Rayo Vallecano.

Impact Lopez lost the lead early after letting in a goal during the 42nd minute. Lopez is starting to decline in his goalkeeping success after conceding three goals in his last two games. After four straight games with zero goals against during March and early April, Lopez was trending toward ending the 2021 campaign in strong fashion. However, due to his inconsistent performances, the likelihood of being a viable fantasy option remains doubtful.

APRIL 22, 2022 • ROTOWIRE

Barcelona wins, delays Madrid's looming title celebration

Barcelona has defeated Real Sociedad 1-0 to make sure Real Madrid will have to wait at least another week to celebrate the Spanish league title

APRIL 21, 2022 • Associated Press

Resumen de RCD Espanyol de Barcelona vs Rayo Vallecano (0-1)

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Oscar Regano - Out against Rayo Vallecano Gil (strain) will be unavailable versus Rayo Vallecano on Thursday.

Impact Gil had started eight straight contests before being forced off at halftime versus Atletico Madrid on Sunday. With Gil sidelined, Aleix Vidal will step into the starting XI for the first time since Feb. 13 against Barcelona.

APRIL 21, 2022 • ROTOWIRE