Rayo Vallecano 1-1 Alavés – the match finished level after both sides scored.

The LaLiga encounter between Rayo Vallecano and Alavés took place on 20 August 2026 at the Estadio Municipal de Butarque in Leganés, Madrid. A modest crowd witnessed a tightly contested game that produced an early booking, a quick response from the home side, another booking, an away equaliser and a final caution in stoppage time.

How it unfolded

Just before half-time, the first booking of the match was shown. Nahuel Tenaglia of Alavés received a yellow card in the second minute of added time to the first half for a bad foul, signalling a physical edge to the proceedings.

The second half began with Rayo Vallecano taking the lead. In the 48th minute, Sergio Camello struck a right-footed shot from the centre of the box into the bottom left corner, finishing a move that had been set up by Jorge de Frutos. The assist from de Frutos and Camello’s finish gave the hosts a 1-0 advantage.

The rhythm of the game shifted again in the 73rd minute when Sergio Camello, who had just scored, was cautioned for a bad foul and shown a yellow card. The booking did not alter the scoreline but highlighted the intensity of the contest.

Alavés responded later in the hour. In the 84th minute, Mariano (Mariano Díaz) unleashed a right-footed shot from outside the box that curled into the bottom right corner, restoring parity and making it 1-1. The goal re-energised the visitors and set the stage for a tense finish.

As the final whistle approached, the match saw its third yellow card. Nicolás Valentini of Alavés was booked in the second minute of added time after the 90th minute for a bad foul, rounding off a game that featured three cautions but no dismissals.

Standout performers

Sergio Camello was the decisive figure for Rayo Vallecano, providing the opening goal and influencing the tempo of the home side. His partner in attack, Jorge de Frutos, earned the assist that unlocked the Alavés defence.

For Alavés, Mariano delivered the equaliser with a composed strike from distance, ensuring his side left the field with a point.

Match facts

  • Final score: Rayo Vallecano 1-1 Alavés
  • Scorers:
    • Rayo Vallecano – Sergio Camello (48') – assist: Jorge de Frutos
    • Alavés – Mariano (84')
  • Bookings:
    • Nahuel Tenaglia (Alavés) – 45'+2'
    • Sergio Camello (Rayo Vallecano) – 73'
    • Nicolás Valentini (Alavés) – 90'+2'
  • Venue: Estadio Municipal de Butarque, Leganés, Madrid

What it means

The draw means both Rayo Vallecano and Alavés share a point from this LaLiga fixture, leaving each side level on the scoreboard after a competitive encounter at Butarque.