Rayo Vallecano faces uncertainty over its stadium, Vallecas, after the club's request for a temporary measure to play its first match of the season was rejected.
Rayo Vallecano faces uncertainty over its stadium, Vallecas, after the club's request for a temporary measure to play its first match of the season was rejected. Despite the club's intentions to play in its stadium until the last moment, the Madrid Regional Government has rejected the option. The club will return to play in the southern Madrid municipality, a season after. The Rayo Vallecano Fan Association has confirmed in a statement that "they would not be in an alternative stadium outside of Vallecas", so the first duel as a local club will surely have less public attendance.
What happened? Rayo Vallecano presented the necessary reports to the Madrid Regional Government and requested the temporary measure to play in Vallecas. However, the government rejected the request.
Why it matters for Rayo Vallecano? The uncertainty over the stadium affects the fans, the club itself, and the players. "Obviously, it affects us, for our people. The first thing the team wants is to play in Vallecas", said Oscar Valentín after the match against Sevilla.
What comes next? Rayo Vallecano will play in Butarque, as confirmed by Leganés. The club will return to play in the southern Madrid municipality, a season after. At 72 hours from the second round of the league, everything points to Rayo Vallecano playing in Butarque. The team is in 18th position in the league, with 0 points, 0 wins, 0 draws, and 1 loss in 1 game. The goal difference is -1. The team is 3 points behind the leaders, Espanyol. The next match of Rayo Vallecano is on February 14, 2027, against Celta Vigo, at Balaídos stadium.
