Spanish sports: Alcoyano wins trophy and Rayo Vallecano faces stadium issues

Various Spanish sports teams are concluding preseason preparations or facing logistical challenges.

In football, Alcoyano secured the Trofeo del Vino in Yecla with a 2-0 victory over Yeclano, marking a strong end to their preseason. Meanwhile, Rayo Vallecano faces stadium uncertainty as the Community of Madrid has not lifted the withdrawal of the Vallecas concession, forcing the club to seek alternative venues like Burgos or Leganés for upcoming matches. Racing de Santander secured a 3-2 victory against Elche CF in LaLiga EA Sports.

In handball, Balonmano Elche achieved their fourth preseason win with a 29-21 victory over BM Morvedre, following a strong defensive adjustment. Balonmano Nava also tested their squad in a match against Dicorpebal Logroño.

In basketball, HLA Alicante has announced the ‘Unimos las gradas de Alicante’ initiative, offering 1,000 free tickets to members of other local sports clubs for their season presentation match against Covirán Granada on September 12.