Possible lineups for Rayo Vallecano - Athletic according to the sports press (Matchday 8)

The Rayo Vallecano and Athletic Club face each other this Saturday, October 10, at the 14:00 hours in Vallecas, in a match corresponding to matchday 8 of LaLiga. The lineups published by different sports outlets make it possible to anticipate the decisions of Beñat San José and Edin Terzic, with some important changes for users of Comunio, Biwenger and other fantasy games.

Rayo Vallecano

Continuity in attack and doubts on the left

The forecasts from Cadena SER, Radio Nervión and BeSoccer largely match the XI that the Madrid side could field. Emil Audero would keep his place in goal in the absence of Augusto Batalla, while Ratiu, Lejeune and Mujaid Sadick have plenty of options to start again at the back.

The main uncertainty is at left-back, where Adrià Pedrosa is carrying physical problems and his participation will depend on how he evolves. If he is ultimately not fit, the coach will have to look for an alternative.

In midfield, Pathé Ciss and Unai López are among the most repeated picks. Isi Palazón also appears in most predictions, although other forecasts include the introduction of Pedro Díaz or Óscar Valentín.

Up front, there is more agreement. Jorge de Frutos, Álvaro García and Sergio Camello are the favorites to form the attacking trio, with Camello as the most advanced reference.

Possible Rayo Vallecano XI: Audero; Ratiu, Lejeune, Sadick, Pedrosa; Pathé Ciss, Unai López, Isi Palazón; De Frutos, Álvaro García and Camello.

Athletic Club

Peio Canales gains prominence after Sancet's injury

The injuries to Oihan Sancet and Nico Williams force Edin Terzic to adjust his plans. The main new development reported by the press is the possible start of Peio Canales, who appears in the lineups projected by Cadena SER, Radio Nervión and BeSoccer as Sancet's replacement in the creative zone.

In defense, Unai Simón points to a start in goal, with Areso, Yeray, Laporte and Yuri Berchiche as the main candidates to complete the back line. However, the accumulation of international minutes by Aymeric Laporte could open the door to a late change.

In midfield, Ruiz de Galarreta and Gerenabarrena have the edge in the predictions consulted, while Canales would have freedom to operate ahead of both.

For the attacking positions, Robert Navarro and Álex Berenguer appear as the preferred options on the wings, with Iñaki Williams occupying the center-forward role.

Possible Athletic Club XI: Unai Simón; Areso, Yeray, Laporte, Yuri; Gerenabarrena, Ruiz de Galarreta; Robert Navarro, Peio Canales, Berenguer and Iñaki Williams.