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Rayo Vallecano must vacate stadium for up to six months due to safety issues

Yahoo Sports • 1 min read • Latest: Jul 28, 2026, 8:17 PM

Last updated Jul 28, 2026

Rayo Vallecano must vacate stadium for up to six months due to safety issues

Summary

Rayo Vallecano has been ordered to leave Vallecas Stadium for up to six months following a regional government report that cited serious safety concerns. The 50-year-old venue has been home to the club since 1976, but issues including risk of Legionnaires' disease and fire hazards prompted action. The club will now seek a temporary home, with Butarque Stadium of CD Leganés as a possible option. Renovations are necessary before Rayo can return, as they prepare for the upcoming season beginning on August 15 against Sevilla.

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By the Numbers

•Rayo Vallecano ordered to leave Vallecas Stadium for safety concerns.
•Renovations required to address serious regulatory non-compliance.
•Temporary home for matches being sought, with Butarque Stadium as a candidate.
•Vallecas Stadium has been the club's home since 1976.
•Season kicks off on August 15 against Sevilla.

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8:17 PMYahoo Sports — La Liga club required to leave home stadium for up to six months amidst disease and fire concerns

What they're saying

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La Liga club Rayo Vallecano has been ordered to leave Vallecas Stadium following a damning report from the regional government into the state of the 50-year-old venue
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