MADRID (Interstat) — Rayo Vallecano and Real Betis played to a 0-0 draw in La Liga on Monday at Campo de Fútbol de Vallecas. The result defied a pregame projection that heavily favored the hosts.

The match was a physical, defensive contest that produced five yellow cards. Real Betis substitute Marc Roca received the first booking in the ninth minute. Goalkeeper Augusto Batalla, who made a key save, and midfielder Francisco Perez were among those carded for Rayo Vallecano.

Both teams remain unbeaten but winless early in the Spanish league season, each recording a draw. The result also marked the first draw of the campaign for each side across all competitions. Interstat’s game simulator had projected a 1-1 final score.