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Set for suspension Ciss will serve a one-match ban due to an accumulation of five yellow cards in the La Liga.

Impact Ciss picked up his fifth yellow card in La Liga play and will serve a one-match suspension for the next clash against Elche after the international break. The versatile midfielder has been a regular starter for Rayo Vallecano this season in both the midfield or back line, therefore his absence will be felt, with Gerard Gumbau getting a larger role for that game.

MARCH 23 • ROTOWIRE

Ciss scores contested late goal to give Rayo Vallecano draw with Levante

A controversial late goal from Pathé Ciss has given Rayo Vallecano a 1-1 draw at home against Levante in La Liga

MARCH 16 • Associated Press

Nets one Ciss scored one goal to go with one shot (one on goal) in Monday's 1-1 draw against Levante.

Impact Ciss recorded the lone goal for Rayo Vallecano on Monday, getting just the one shot on target. He's made five appearances since Jan 24, starting three of them while recording two goals on two shots on target, two key passes and winning five tackles in that span.

MARCH 16 • ROTOWIRE

Appears in Conference League Ciss (knee) recorded one shot (zero on goal) and four clearances over 87 minutes of play in Thursday's UEFA Conference League win over Samsunspor.

Impact Ciss missed the previous La Liga match against Sevilla due to the injury, but he avoided a significant issue and rejoined the squad for European action. While he has missed plenty of games due to suspension and fitness blows, he's one of their most valuable defensive midfielders and should challenge Gerard Gumbau and Oscar Valentin for starts for the rest of the campaign, though he might offer little attacking upside.

MARCH 12 • ROTOWIRE

Left off team sheet Ciss (knee) is out for Sunday's match against Sevilla.

Impact Ciss is still dealing with a knee injury from the last outing and is not with his team, instead still resting the injury. He will look to return next match after just missing out, a starter for the club when he is fit.

MARCH 8 • ROTOWIRE

Late call Sunday Ciss (knee) is a late call for Sunday's clash against Sevilla, according to coach Inigo Perez, per Union Rayo. "We need to look at today's training session. The accumulation of mat...

Impact Ciss picked up a knee knock in the last matchup against Real Oviedo and has been limited in team training throughout the week. The midfielder is a late call for Sunday's clash against Sevilla and will be evaluated after the final training session Saturday. He started the last two matches for Rayo Vallecano, so his absence could shake up the starting XI, with Gerard Gumbau and Oscar Valentin the likely duo in the double pivot if Ciss is ruled out.

MARCH 7 • ROTOWIRE

Leaves with discomfort in win Ciss was replaced after suffering an apparent pain during the final minutes of Wednesday's 3-0 win over Oviedo.

Impact Ciss put in a strong all-around effort in holding midfield before picking up the issue against Oviedo. While there's hope that this is a minor knock for the player, he'll need to be assessed ahead of the weekend's visit to Sevilla. His potential exclusion from the squad would lead to either Pedro Diaz moving to a more defensive role or the addition of a direct replacement between Oscar Valentin and Gerard Gumbau.

MARCH 4 • ROTOWIRE

Ban over Ciss is no longer suspended and is an option for the club's upcoming games.

Impact Ciss has served his ban and is no longer on the sidelines, with the midfielder already an option again. With 12 starts in 16 appearances this season and one goal to his name, the midfielder has been a regular sight on the field, likely to earn the start in most games moving forward.

FEBRUARY 15 • ROTOWIRE

Mbappé's last-gasp penalty lifts Real Madrid to 2-1 win over Rayo Vallecano in Spanish league

Kylian Mbappé has converted a penalty kick deep into second-half stoppage time as Real Madrid salvaged a 2-1 win over Rayo Vallecano to get back within a point of Spanish league le...

FEBRUARY 1 • Associated Press

Shown red card Ciss was shown a red card in the 80th minute of Sunday's 2-1 loss to Real Madrid.

Impact Ciss is going to be suspended at least one match moving forward, possibly more, with the midfielder trying a dangerous tackle that led to a red card. He has started in their past two games, so this will force a change for the time being. Pedro Diaz or Oscar Valentin are likely options to replace him after both missing the starting XI Sunday.

FEBRUARY 1 • ROTOWIRE

Scores in loss Ciss scored one goal to go with one shot (one on goal) and one cross (one accurate) in Saturday's 3-1 defeat against Osasuna. In addition, he was given a yellow card in the 91st mi...

Impact Ciss returned from AFCON and immediately made an impact for Rayo Vallecano. He scored his first goal of the season as he equalized the match in the 59th minute. Defensively, he registered six tackles.

JANUARY 28 • ROTOWIRE

Rayo Vallecano defends decision not to pay tribute to Pathé Ciss after Africa Cup of Nations title

Spanish club Rayo Vallecano has said it did not pay tribute to its player Pathé Ciss following Senegal’s Africa Cup of Nations title because of the recent tragedy involving train c...

JANUARY 25 • Associated Press

Back from AFCON duty Ciss (not injury related) is back from his AFCON duty with Senegal and will be an option against Osasuna on Saturday.

Impact Ciss was part of the Senegal squad who won the 2025 AFCON title, but he was merely a depth piece for the Lions of Teranga. He should see steady minutes at Rayo, either as a center-back or as a defensive midfielder.

JANUARY 22 • ROTOWIRE

Away from team Ciss has been called up for AFCON by Senegal and is not an option for the time being.

Impact Ciss is out for around a month as he heads out with Senegal for international duty, out until his team is eliminated from the competition. He has started in 10 of his 14 appearances this campaign, so the club will be without a starter. Pedro Diaz should return to the starting XI in his place, while Gerard Gumbau and Fran Perez could be in for more time as well.

DECEMBER 16, 2025 • ROTOWIRE

Suspension cleared Ciss is no longer suspended and is an option moving forward for the club.

Impact Ciss has served his two-match ban due to the straight red card he received against Real Oviedo and is set to return in the next contest. The midfielder has been a regular starter in the midfield this season and could claim back that role in Monday's clash against Betis.

DECEMBER 8, 2025 • ROTOWIRE

Real Madrid's winless streak continues with 2-2 draw at Elche, Bellingham gets late equalizer

Real Madrid has been held to a 2-2 draw at Elche in the Spanish league to see its winless streak extend to three matches in all competitions

NOVEMBER 23, 2025 • Associated Press

Sent off Sunday Ciss was shown a red card in injury time of Sunday's 0-0 draw against Real Oviedo.

Impact Ciss will not be an option next match and likely another, with the midfielder sent off in injury time for violent conduct. He will most likely miss their next two games against Valencia and Espanyol, set to return when facnig Betis on Dec. 15. He didn't start this match, so this won't force a change, although it will be a loss of depth.

NOVEMBER 23, 2025 • ROTOWIRE

Plays with Senegal Ciss played 27 minutes off the bench during a clash with South Sudan.

Impact Ciss was brought off injured in the final match domestically before the international break. The midfielder made his return immediately during the international break and is now fit once more. Ciss has been a consistent starter in central defense and should continue in that role moving forward.

OCTOBER 14, 2025 • ROTOWIRE

Carted off Sunday Ciss was carted off the field due to injury in the 71st minute of Sunday's 1-0 victory versus Real Sociedad.

Impact Ciss had a scary incident where he had to be carted off the pitch in what appears to be a concerning injury. More tests are set to be undergone, with more information of his condition set to be revealed this week.

OCTOBER 5, 2025 • 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, 2025 • Associated Press

Regular starter for Rayo Ciss started in 25 of his 33 appearances in LaLiga, tallying four goals, an assist, 17 chances created, 49 tackles, 40 interceptions and 58 clearances.

Impact Ciss opened the campaign as a depth option in midfield but gained a starting role in December and never looked back, starting in all but one of his 23 appearances since the beginning of that month. His calling card was his versatility, as Ciss played as a center-back, defensive midfielder and central midfielder over that stretch. Given his ability to play multiple positions, expect Ciss to remain a valuable member of the Rayo Vallecano squad again in 2025/26.

JUNE 6, 2025 • ROTOWIRE

Starting Thursday Ciss (hamstring) is in the starting XI for Thursday's match against Betis.

Impact Ciss is back with the team as expected, healing from his hamstring injury to make the team sheet. He sees the starting XI and should remain in this role moving forward, now starting in 24 of his 32 appearances this season.

MAY 15, 2025 • ROTOWIRE

Available against Betis Ciss (hamstring) is available for Thursday's clash against Betis, coach Inigo Perez said in the press conference. "Yes, Pathe is back with the group, he's available, the injury he...

Impact Ciss suffered a hamstring injury in his last contest but the issue proved to be less serious than expected since he will be available for Thursday's clash against Betis. He has been an undisputed starter in the midfield and should return directly to the starting XI.

MAY 15, 2025 • ROTOWIRE

Back from suspension, still a doubt Ciss is no longer suspended and is an option moving forward for the club but remains a doubt due to a hamstring injury.

Impact Ciss has cleared his ban due to yellow card accumulation, with the midfielder set to return in their next contest. He has been a regular starter for Rayo Vallecano and is expected to return directly to the starting XI if deemed fit enough. That said, he is dealing with a hamstring injury and is a doubt for Thursday's clash against Betis. If he has to miss the game, Oscar Valentin is expected to play again in his position for that game.

MAY 12, 2025 • ROTOWIRE

Picks one match suspension Ciss will serve a one-match ban due to an accumulation of ten yellow cards.

Impact Ciss accumulated ten yellow cards in La Liga and will be suspended for the clash against Las Palmas on Friday. His absence will impact the starting squad since he has been a regular starter this season, with Oscar Valentin expected to start in the midfield for that game.

MAY 5, 2025 • ROTOWIRE

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Ciss scores contested late goal to give Rayo Vallecano draw with Levante

Mbappé's last-gasp penalty lifts Real Madrid to 2-1 win over Rayo Vallecano in Spanish league

Rayo Vallecano defends decision not to pay tribute to Pathé Ciss after Africa Cup of Nations title

Real Madrid's winless streak continues with 2-2 draw at Elche, Bellingham gets late equalizer

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