Rayo-Racing: match won’t be played at Vallecas

The Rayo Vallecano vs Racing de Santander match scheduled for 5 September will not be played at Estadio de Vallecas. The club told EFE that the Community of Madrid has not lifted the order withdrawing the stadium’s concession, citing the venue remains under that restriction.

With the game just days away and part of LaLiga EA Sports’ matchday 4, Rayo must again secure a home venue. The first option was Getafe, but Ángel Torres’ club informed Rayo it couldn’t host them at the Coliseum due to ongoing works and because Getafe plays the Celta just two days later.

Possible alternatives

None of these options sit well with supporters. For Rayo’s 20 August match against Alavés, many season-ticket holders didn’t travel to Leganés, and attendance was 4,280.

On 5 September at 16:45, fans have also organised a demonstration at the Fuente de la Asamblea under the slogan “El Rayo es de Vallekas o no será”, demanding the stadium be defended and calling for those they criticise to stop “hurting” the club.

Why Vallecas can’t be used

About a month ago, the Community of Madrid withdrew Rayo’s concession while safety works are carried out over “serious security deficiencies” and “severe regulatory non-compliance.” Rayo insists the stadium is fit and has urged Madrid to resolve the issue quickly, as MARCA reports.