Welcome to Extratips, where today's quick take is on a tight clash in La Liga as Rayo Vallecano edged Getafe 1-0. The headline moment? A 7th-minute header from Lejeune, assisted brilliantly by Isi Palazón, set the tone early. Both sides battled hard, but Rayo’s backline held strong — with Dani Cárdenas pulling off crucial saves, and Lejeune shining with solid defending and the winning goal. Tactical tweaks, like bringing on Gumbau and Espino late, showed coach Iñigo Pérez's smart game management. Pre-match odds had Rayo slightly favoring the home side, and the result played out close to expectations, though the 1-0 scoreline was a slight surprise considering the odds on a draw or away win. Historically, these teams haven't had fierce rivalries, but Rayo's recent form against Getafe has been decent. This victory keeps Rayo in playoff contention, while Getafe's struggles continue. Talking points? The importance of early goals and resilience in tight fixtures. Overall, a gritty win for Rayo that shows even a small advantage early on can be enough, especially with solid defensive resolve. Guess the bookies were right – this match was narrow, but with plenty of drama under the surface.