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Falcao scores again as Rayo Vallecano defeat Cadiz

Rayo Vallecano cruised to victory over Cádiz with a 3-1 win on Sunday at Estadio de Vallecas.

Rayo were looking to pick up points after winning their previous two matches. Cádiz secured a point against Barcelona in their previous match.

Rayo started strong and were rewarded for their efforts, with a goal from Alvaro Garcia at the nine minute mark. However, they were unable to maintain their lead, Varazdat Haroyan managed to equalise.

Rayo in turn, then responded just before half-time increasing their lead with an effort from Radamel Falcao. The score at half time was 2-1.

Rayo continued to apply pressure in the second-half and were rewarded, thanks to a goal from Isi Palazon just before the final whistle.

After Sunday's result, Rayo are in 8th place, with 10 points from 7 matches, while Cádiz sit in 13th, with 6 points from 7.

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