Rayo Vallecano's stadium use suspended amid health concerns
CBS Sports • 1 min read • Latest: Jul 30, 2026, 3:28 PM
Last updated Jul 30, 2026
Rayo Vallecano's home games are affected as the Madrid regional government has indefinitely suspended the club's license to use Vallecas Stadium. The decision follows an audit that revealed risks associated with Legionnaires' disease and multiple fire hazards at the venue. Authorities claim Rayo Vallecano failed to address health and safety requests. Immediate repairs are set to begin, with a projected completion time of two to six months. The team’s first home match of the season is scheduled for August 20 against Alaves, though their playing location is uncertain during this interim period.
- •Rayo Vallecano's home games suspended due to safety issues.
- •Authorities cite risks of Legionnaires' disease and fire hazards.
- •Immediate repairs estimate two to six months for completion.
- •First home match against Alaves scheduled for August 20.
- •Possible alternative venue needed for home games.
- 3:28 PMCBS Sports — European soccer club not allowed to play at home stadium due to disease concern
"Rayo Vallecano's first home game of the new season is currently scheduled for Aug. 20 against Alaves
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