Rayo Vallecano blames Community of Madrid for Vallecas stadium closure

Rayo Vallecano officially accused the Community of Madrid of obstructing the club's return to Vallecas Stadium. The club claims that an audit report from July 2026, which justifies a precautionary suspension of the stadium's operating concession, was withheld from the team for seven months after being drafted in December 2025. This dispute resulted in the recent match against Alavés being relocated away from the club's home ground. Rayo management asserts they have provided updated safety certifications regarding fire protection and electrical systems that invalidate the regional government's findings. A upcoming match against Racing de Santander scheduled for September 5 remains at risk of relocation due to the ongoing standoff. The club identifies the conflict as a byproduct of its refusal to undertake a 60 million euro stadium renovation project proposed by local authorities this past June.

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