Rayo Vallecano trio named in UEFA Conference League XI

Andrei Ratiu, Florian Lejeune and Isi Palazón are included in UEFA’s Technical Observers’ Conference League Team of the Season for 2025-26. The three Rayo Vallecano players feature among the 11 selected by UEFA’s Technical Observers’ Group. Ratiu, Lejeune and Palazón were key components during Rayo Vallecano’s Conference League run. Ratiu made 42 appearances across all competitions for Rayo Vallecano last season. Lejeune contributed with two goals from central defense. Palazón provided seven assists in the league alone. Rayo Vallecano finished fifth in LaLiga last term, securing Conference League qualification. Their European campaign reached the knockout rounds before elimination. UEFA’s Technical Observers’ Group evaluates performances across all matches in the competition. The final XI reflects overall consistency and impact on team success. Rayo Vallecano’s European journey included victories against Braga and AZ Alkmaar in qualifying.