Impact Falcao made his first appearance in the starting XI this season as he led the team with a season-high five shots. The striker was unable to find the net, and hasn't scored since September.
MAY 7, 2024 • ROTOWIRE
RADAMEL FALCAO
4 G •
0 A •
1.8 SPG
4 G
0 A
1.8 SPG
Takes five shots in defeat Falcao had five shots (two on goal) in Sunday's 1-0 loss against Almeria. In addition, he was given a yellow card in the 26th minute.
Back after two matches Falcao (undisclosed) is in the squad to face Getafe on Saturday.
Impact Falcao returns after being listed as day-to-day following a two match absence due to injury. The veteran forward has yet to start a match this season with all 16 of his appearances coming from the bench.
APRIL 13, 2024 • ROTOWIRE
Still dealing with injury Falcao (undisclosed) is still recovering and will be a late call for Saturday's match against Getafe, per manager Inigo Perez.
Impact Falcao had to sit out last match with an undisclosed injury and is at risk of missing another one. He's strictly maintained a bench role for Rayo with all 16 appearances coming as a sub. This has resulted in just one goal, logging in a total of nine goals in three campaigns with the side since 2021.
APRIL 12, 2024 • ROTOWIRE
Scores off bench Falcao came off the bench and scored during Wednesday's 2-0 win over Yeclano.
Impact Falcao can't even get in the starting XI in the cup, a pretty clear indication of where he stands in the pecking order. The once brilliant striker has been relegated to a minimal super sub role of late. Raul de Tomas remains the preferred striking option.
DECEMBER 6, 2023 • ROTOWIRE
Plays hero role vs Mallorca Falcao scored one goal to go with two shots (one on goal) and one chance created in Saturday's 2-2 draw versus Mallorca.
Impact Falcao was the hero for Rayo Vallecano after scoring the equalizer with a penalty deep into stoppage time. The veteran forward has been slowed down by injuries, and the lack of playing time he's had certainly limits his fantasy upside.
OCTOBER 3, 2023 • ROTOWIRE
Out against Cadiz Falcao (undisclosed) is out for Wednesday's match against Cadiz.
Impact Falcao was eyeing a return this week but ultimately will have to wait for that first step on the pitch after being left out of the squad for Wednesday's match. The striker has only played a total of 20 minutes this year and is yet to make his presence felt at the club. He will now focus on a return for Saturday's match against Mallorca.
SEPTEMBER 27, 2023 • ROTOWIRE
Wants to play Wednesday Falcao (undisclosed) has reportedly told the team he is ready to play against Cadiz on Wednesday. Manager Francisco told reporters, " I understand that Radamel sees himself being a...
Impact Falcao looks set to return after a two-game absence due to his undisclosed injury. Prior to his absence, the forward logged just 20 minutes in two bench appearances and was an unused substitute another two times. As such, even if fit enough to play, Falcao figures to remain primarily a bench option, though doubts regarding Randy Nteka (undisclosed) could open the door for Falcao to start.
SEPTEMBER 27, 2023 • ROTOWIRE
Out as expected Falcao is not in the match day squad to face Villarreal on Sunday.
Impact Falcao misses out as expected as he continues to recover from an undisclosed injury. The forward has played just 20 minutes through the opening five La Liga matches with Raul de Tomas leading the line for Rayo on Sunday.
SEPTEMBER 24, 2023 • ROTOWIRE
Not expected to play Sunday Falcao (undisclosed) didn't train Thursday and is not expected to be part of the squad for Sunday's match against Villarreal, Alejandro Moreno of Diario AS reports.
Impact Falcao has been training on the side and is going through a specific rehab program that doesn't contemplate his presence in the match against Villarreal as of Thursday. If that is the case, his next chance to feature would come against Cadiz next Wednesday.
SEPTEMBER 21, 2023 • ROTOWIRE
Ruled out Friday Falcao was left out of the match-day squad versus Deportivo Alaves on Friday.
Impact Falcao has yet to feature in the starting XI this season but with Randy Nteka (undisclosed) also on the shelf, Falcao could have been selected to start. Instead, Sergio Camello will make his first appearance in the starting XI. For his part, Falcao figures to serve primarily as a bench option unless Nteka is sidelined long-term.
SEPTEMBER 15, 2023 • ROTOWIRE
Named to match-day squad Falcao (bruise) will be a bench option versus Granada on Monday.
Impact Falcao played just eight minutes in a substitute appearance in the opener versus Almeria on Aug. 11, so his absence from the starting XI shouldn't come as a surprise. Unless he can suddenly break into a more consistent starter role, Falcao will be hard-pressed to offer much in the way of fantasy value.
AUGUST 21, 2023 • ROTOWIRE
Doubtful for Monday Falcao is doubtful to face Granada on Monday after suffering a hard fall in training Saturday, head coach Francisco told reporters Saturday.
Impact The veteran striker departed Saturday's training session after a hard fall, and head coach Francisco said the team would wait 24 hours before deciding on his availability. Even if he's included in the squad, Falcao will likely come off the bench with Randy Nteka as the starter upfront.
AUGUST 19, 2023 • ROTOWIRE
Remains backup option for Rayo Falcao scored two goals in 27 La Liga appearances (three starts) this season for Rayo Vallecano.
Impact Falcao continued as an impact substitute, but he wasn't as effective in the role as he was in 2021/22 when he scored six goals. The 37-year-old striker is out of contract with Rayo this summer and could be set for a move away from the club.
JUNE 27, 2023 • ROTOWIRE
Named to squad Falcao (thigh) will be in the match-day squad against Betis on Monday.
Impact Falcao rejoins the squad for the first time since April 14 against Osasuna, a stretch of four matches on the shelf due to his thigh problem. Considering the forward has made just three starts this season, he shouldn't be expected to jump back into the starting XI any time soon. As such, he figures to be a relative non-factor in fantasy contests.
MAY 15, 2023 • ROTOWIRE
Out 2-3 weeks with thigh injury Falcao has torn a muscle in his thigh and has been ruled out through mid-May while he recovers, Marca reported Friday.
Impact Falcao has featured in 10 of Rayo's 15 La Liga matches since the World Cup break, appearing off the bench every time. But he picked up this injury in the win over Osasuna last week and is now expected to be sidelined for upcoming games against Sociedad, Barcelona, Elche and Valladolid.
APRIL 21, 2023 • ROTOWIRE
Included in match-day squad Falcao (strain) will be a bench option versus Real Madrid on Monday.
Impact Falcao has started just twice in his 10 appearances for the club this season, so it shouldn't come as a shock to see him left on the bench again. Even with his injury concerns behind him, Falcao figures to be a relative non-factor in fantasy contests unless he can secure more frequent starts.
NOVEMBER 7, 2022 • ROTOWIRE
Training with teammates Falcao (strain) trained with his teammates ahead of Monday's match against Real Madrid, according to Raul Gonzalez of Union Rayo.
Impact Falcao has missed each of the last two matches after scoring in just his second start of the season during the Oct. 18 draw with Atletico Madrid. He'll now look to compete with Sergio Camello for a starting shot against the Champions.
NOVEMBER 4, 2022 • ROTOWIRE
Out against Sevilla Falcao will miss Saturday's trip to Sevilla, according to manager Andoni Iraola.
Impact Falcao evidently has dealt with pain in training and couldn't get fit in time for the weekend. This leaves Sergio Camello as the starting striker while Bebe can back him up as needed.
OCTOBER 28, 2022 • ROTOWIRE
Late Falcao goal halts Atlético's winning streak in Spain
Radamel Falcao converted a penalty kick two minutes into stoppage time as Rayo Vallecano pulled off a 1-1 draw with Atlético Madrid to end the rival’s three-game winning streak in...OCTOBER 18, 2022 • Associated Press
Scores penalty Falcao scored one goal to go with four shots (two on goal) in Tuesday's 1-1 tie versus Atletico Madrid.
Impact Falcao only got his second start of the season but came in the clutch by capitalizing on a late penalty to tie the game for Vallecano. The veteran Colombian has mainly been making appearances off the bench with Sergio Camello receiving most of the playing time. This may not be the last we see Falcao in the starting XI with a total of two goals on nine shots (two on target) thus far.
OCTOBER 18, 2022 • ROTOWIRE
Finds net off bench Falcao scored one goal in 11 minutes off the bench during Saturday's 3-2 loss to Athletic Club.
Impact Falcao has started just once this season but still has more goals to his name than Sergio Camello. As Camello is likely to be more useful tactically due to his energy to contribute defensively in a stronger press, Falcao will have to keep scoring if he's to start consistently.
SEPTEMBER 18, 2022 • ROTOWIRE
Comes off bench in win Falcao put two shots off target in 16 minutes of Friday's 2-0 win over Espanyol.
Impact Falcao has put in two shifts off the bench to open the season as Sergio Camello has been preferred from kickoff. Expect the two to rotate a bit as the season progresses, but if neither find the net then neither will offer much reason to be worth tracking.
AUGUST 19, 2022 • ROTOWIRE
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Takes shot off bench in loss Falcao subbed into last week's match against Levante in the 71st minute, and he took a shot and created a chance in the 4-2 defeat.
Impact Falcao scored six goals in 22 La Liga appearances (eight starts) in his return to Spain this season, but only one of those goals came since the November international break. At 36-years-old, its hard to see the veteran striker being much more than an impact substitute in the future.
JUNE 1, 2022 • ROTOWIRE
Three shots against Mallorca Falcao had three shots in a 2-1 defeat to Mallorca on Sunday.
Impact Falcao had an average outing for the visitors. The veteran striker had three shots and two were on target. Other than that, Falcao also provided a key pass.
MAY 18, 2022 • ROTOWIRE
