Rayo Vallecano already has a comprehensive renovation project for the Estadio de Vallecas. The Community of Madrid has presented the plan, which includes a minimum capacity of 18,500 seats and a budget of 60 million euros.

What changes will be made?

The reform will involve a virtually total transformation of the stadium, which will go from the approximately 14,500 spectators currently to have a minimum capacity of 18,500 seats. The regional government's goal is for the new Estadio de Vallecas to be completed by 2029 and become a modern facility, prepared for both professional football and other sports and social uses.

What will the new stadium be like?

The most striking change will be the construction of a new grandstand in the area facing the Teniente Muñoz Díaz street, where there are currently no seats for the public. In this way, the stadium will again have grandstands on all four sides, recovering a configuration similar to the one it had between 1955 and 1970.

StatisticValue
Current capacity14,500
Minimum expected capacity18,500
Budget60 million euros
Expected completion date2029

The renovation also includes a new facade with a translucent double skin that will allow part of the original building structure to be preserved, partially protected by the Madrid General Urban Planning Plan. Additionally, a large pedestrian area will be enabled and a technological frieze will be installed around the interior perimeter of the stadium.

What does it mean for Rayo Vallecano?

The work is an important step for Rayo Vallecano, which is currently in 8th place in La Liga, with 50 points, 12 wins, 14 draws, and 12 losses in 38 games. The team has lost its last two games, and the construction of the new stadium can be a boost for the team and its fans.

Rayo Vallecano has a squad with several injured players, such as I. Akhomach, A. Garcia, Luiz Felipe, and D. Mendez. The construction of the new stadium can be a reason for joy for the fans, who hope to see their team play in a modern stadium with greater capacity.