Latest News About Aek - Rayo Vallecano

Here’s the latest on AEK Athens vs Rayo Vallecano:

• AEK Athens 3-1 Rayo Vallecano in Athens on April 15, 2026, but Rayo advanced 4-3 on aggregate to the Conference League semi-finals. Zini scored twice, Marin converted a first-half penalty, and Isi Palazón pulled one back for Rayo on the night. This means Rayo progressed despite the home win by AEK.[1]
• Prior to that, Rayo Vallecano had taken a commanding 3-0 lead in the first leg on April 9, 2026, at home, putting them in a strong position for the tie. The quarter-final matchup was decisive in determining who reached the semis, with Rayo ultimately advancing.[4][6][7]
• For context, there were multiple outlets covering the tie, including live box scores and post-match analyses, confirming the 3-0 first leg and the 3-1 second leg result that sealed the tie for Rayo.[3][7]

If you’d like, I can pull a quick play-by-play recap or compile a short timeline of key goals and turning points from the two legs. I can also summarize the implications for both teams’ European seasons and domestic form.