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Available after illness
Cardenas will be available for Tuesday's Copa del Rey clash against Recreativo de Huelva after recovering from the illness that forced him to miss Saturday's La Liga encounter against Elche, according to coach Benat San Jose, per Union Rayo.
Analysis: Cardenas has recovered from the illness that resulted in his late withdrawal from Rayo Vallecano's matchday squad against Elche, providing the team with additional goalkeeping depth ahead of Tuesday's cup fixture. The Spanish goalkeeper was initially expected to be available Saturday but was ultimately ruled out shortly before kickoff. His recovery comes at an opportune time, as the Copa del Rey could provide an opportunity for the backup goalkeeper to earn additional playing time. Cardenas has struggled when called upon to replace Augusto Batalla this season, conceding eight goals across two and a half appearances. Although Batalla remains the preferred option in La Liga, Cardenas could be considered for a starting role against Recreativo de Huelva as Rayo look to rotate their squad during the cup competition.
Late scratch due to illness
Cardenas (illness) has been ruled out of Rayo Vallecano's squad as a late scratch due to illness ahead of Saturday's clash against Elche, according to Pablo Villa of Marca.
Analysis: Cardenas was initially expected to be available for selection but has been withdrawn from the matchday squad after falling ill shortly before the game. The goalkeeper's absence should have minimal impact on Rayo Vallecano's plans, as he currently occupies a backup role and was not expected to feature. Cardenas previously endured a difficult spell between the posts when called upon to replace Augusto Batalla, conceding eight goals across two and a half appearances. His latest absence is unlikely to affect the team's starting lineup, although it temporarily reduces the club's goalkeeping depth.
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