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Barcelona Aims for Perfect Start Against Struggling Rayo
31 Aug
Summary
- Barcelona has achieved a flawless start with seven goals scored.
- Rayo Vallecano faces stadium displacement due to Legionnaires' disease.
- Rayo's summer transfer activity was minimal, costing only $2.4 million.
Barcelona aims to continue their flawless start to the new season when they host Rayo Vallecano on Monday night. The reigning champions have begun the campaign strongly, scoring seven goals and conceding none in their opening fixtures. Despite operating without a senior striker, Hansi Flick's team has demonstrated effective performance.
In stark contrast, Rayo Vallecano has endured a difficult summer. The club lost their manager, saw two key defenders depart for the Premier League, and was forced to temporarily relocate from their stadium due to a Legionnaires' disease outbreak in the vicinity. Their transfer market activity has been minimal, with only two permanent signings costing a combined $2.4 million.
These challenges have reflected in Rayo's league performance, where they have secured only one point from their initial two matches. Facing an in-form Barcelona, an improvement in their standing is unlikely, making a victory against the champions a significant uphill battle for the cash-strapped visitors.
