Rayo Vallecano star acknowledges poor pitch conditions ahead of Barcelona clash – It’s a swamp’Vallecas’s poor pitch conditions worry Barcelona ahead of their third consecutive away game. Rayo Vallecano striker Isi Palazon compared the swamp-like field to his garden, citing overuse due to Conference League qualification. With the match looming, Rayo races to improve the playing surface, while Barcelona hopes to avoid injuries on the deteriorated turf.
