FC Barcelona 1-0 Rayo Vallecano: Top stuff

Barça are back on top of the league! Rayo Vallecano was never going to be an easy test, and in the end only a Robert Lewandowski penalty could split the sides in a remarkably well-fought contest, but it was enough to make sure of the three points that sent the Catalans up from third to first.
After both Real and Atlético Madrid were held to draws on Saturday, this game was a golden opportunity that simply had to be taken. And it was.
From a Barça point of view it was a game that went from […]
FC Barcelona 1-0 Rayo Vallecano: Top stuff

FC Barcelona back on top of the league

Almost two months have gone by since FC Barcelona were last top of the league, just before Christmas on 21 December 2024. That chilly night at the Estadi Olímpic Lluís Companys, Barça outplayed Atlético Madrid for almost the entire game but ended up losing and the red-and-whites leapfrogged above them to claim first place. 
Barça had been runaway leaders at one point, but that third home defeat in a row meant that their privileged position was cut down to nothing. The two Madrid clubs […]
FC Barcelona back on top of the league

PREVIEW | FC Barcelona v Rayo Vallecano

If FC Barcelona can beat Rayo Vallecano at the Estadi Olimpic on Monday night (kick-off 9pm CET), they would go straight back to the top of La Liga. Real Madrid could only draw 1-1 at Osasuna on Saturday, meaning that Atlético Madrid had the chance to replace them as leaders as they entertained Celta later in the day.
But that game also ended 1-1, which has thrown up a marvellous opportunity for Barça to match Real Madrid on 51 points, and to lead the competition on goal difference.
What an […]
PREVIEW | FC Barcelona v Rayo Vallecano

The lowdown on Rayo Vallecano – FC Barcelona

FC Barcelona are home to Rayo Vallecano on Monday at 9pm CET. Let’s take a closer look at the team with the iconic red sash.
Hailing from Madrid’s typically working class neighbourhood of Vallecas, the name ‘Rayo’ means ‘stripe’ and refers to the club’s distinctive red diagonal on their shirt, which allegedly honours the colours of Argentinian club River Plate.
The club was founded in 1924, and is typically regarded as the ‘third team’ in the Spanish capital, although that […]
The lowdown on Rayo Vallecano – FC Barcelona

Hansi Flick: 'We have to focus on ourselves' – FC Barcelona

Things look more positive for FC Barcelona to go top of the league again after Real Madrid and Atlético Madrid both drew. A win for Barça tomorrow would see Hansi Flick’s side move into first place in LaLiga. Not an easy task, though, as Rayo Vallecano are are in great form having gone nine gameweeks unbeaten in the domestic league.
The German coach was quite clear as he spoke to the press in the run up to the match, stating “what’s most important for me, my priority, is for our team to focus […]
Hansi Flick: 'We have to focus on ourselves' – FC Barcelona

When and where to watch FC Barcelona v Rayo Vallecano

In week 24 of La Liga Barça round off the fixture list with a rare Monday outing against Rayo Vallecano in the Estadi Olímpic Lluís Companys. After the results form last weekend’s matches in the league, Hansi Flick’s team are right back in the race for the title and against Iñigo Pérez’s team nothing less than three points will do. 
Kick off is at 9pm local time and as always we bring you a comprehensive guide to kick off times and TV coverage around the world. 
If you are unable to […]
When and where to watch FC Barcelona v Rayo Vallecano

First team players choose and customise their new CUPRA cars at the Terramar circuit

After some thrilling test drives at the Terramar Circuit a few weeks ago, the first team players got to choose their new CUPRA cars. Both the players and the coaching staff got the chance to dive right into the world of CUPRA, checking out the brand’s entire range of models, and getting first-hand experience about what it feels like to drive a CUPRA. The team chose their favourite car afterwards and customised it to their preferences.
“Our collaboration with FC Barcelona is more than just a […]
First team players choose and customise their new CUPRA cars at the Terramar circuit