# Rayo Vallecano stadium dispute and fan protests > Live situation record from CLSTR: https://clstr.news/situations/rayo-vallecano-stadium-concession-dispute > Updated: 2026-09-09T10:28:25.000Z. Sources: 121. Developments: 13. The dispute over Rayo Vallecano’s access to the Estadio de Vallecas has escalated into a legal and administrative conflict with the Community of Madrid. While the club has performed maintenance, the regional government recently rejected a request for a precautionary measure to allow a La Liga match against Deportivo Alavés to be held at the venue, forcing the team to continue playing in “exile” at the Butarque stadium. The club has accused the Community of Madrid of manipulating an audit report used to justify the stadium's closure. Rayo Vallecano alleges that a document presented as a July 2026 audit was actually a file created on December 12, 2025, which was later converted to PDF and signed. The club claims authorities withheld inspection results for over seven months and maintains they have provided valid documentation regarding fire protection, water control, and electrical systems, including a certificate valid until 2028. Internal pressure from supporters and stakeholders has intensified. The Plataforma ADRV and the Federation of Rayo Vallecano Supporters' Clubs have organized large-scale demonstrations in the Puente de Vallecas district, with hundreds of fans demanding the resignation of president Raúl Martín Presa and the return of home matches to Vallecas. Protesters have criticized management for the stadium's deterioration, while regional authorities maintain the closure is due to the club’s failure to meet maintenance obligations. In mid-September 2026, the Community of Madrid lifted the closure of the Vallecas Stadium, allowing Rayo Vallecano to return to their home ground. This decision followed a second audit by the company Instalaciones Cedial, which concluded that the facilities are “operative and in adequate condition for normal functioning.” Mariano de Paco Serrano, the Counselor of Culture, Tourism, and Sport, signed the order to suspend the precautionary measure that had been in place since July 27. ## Claims - The Comunidad de Madrid suspended the concession of the Estadio de Vallecas to Rayo Vallecano. (disputed by 21 sources) - Rayo Vallecano must find an alternative venue for its home matches in the upcoming LaLiga season. (corroborated by 19 sources) - The suspension was due to serious safety, hygiene and maintenance deficiencies identified in an audit. (corroborated by 17 sources) - The regional government will intervene directly and start urgent works, awarding three contracts on 21 June. (corroborated by 14 sources) - Club president Martín Presa expressed surprise at the decision. (corroborated by 5 sources) - The regional government lodged a police complaint accusing Rayo Vallecano of preventing access to technicians for urgent maintenance work. (corroborated by 5 sources) - The first home match scheduled for 20 August against Deportivo Alavés will be affected. (corroborated by 3 sources) - Rayo Vallecano won its first match of the season with a 3-2 victory over Racing Santander. (corroborated by 3 sources) - Sergio Cameyo scored two goals to lead the comeback. (corroborated by 3 sources) ## Timeline ### 2026-09-09: Spanish sports: Rayo Vallecano stadium dispute and football updates Spanish sports updates include Rayo Vallecano's stadium dispute, Raphinha's scoring streak with FC Barcelona, Nico Laprovittola's return to Joventut, and Ilerna Lleida's basketball advancement. 8 sources. https://clstr.news/cluster/rayo-vallecano-faces-stadium-uncertainty-ahead-of-espanyol-match ### 2026-09-06: Rayo Vallecano fans protest against president and stadium closure Rayo Vallecano fans protested in Madrid to demand the removal of president Raúl Martín Presa and the return of home matches to the Estadio de Vallecas following safety-related stadium closures. 2 sources. https://clstr.news/cluster/rayo-vallecano-fans-protest-against-president-and-stadium-closure ### 2026-09-05: Rayo Vallecano defeats Racing de Santander 3-2 in La Liga comeback Rayo Vallecano overcame Racing de Santander 3-2 in La Liga thanks to a Sergio Camello brace, marking their first win of the season while playing away from home at Butarque. 28 sources. https://clstr.news/cluster/rayo-vallecano-secures-comeback-win-against-racing-santander ### 2026-09-03: Rayo Vallecano faces internal rift and stadium displacement Rayo Vallecano faces mounting tension as its former players' association breaks ties with the club and the team is forced to play its upcoming match in Butarque due to stadium restrictions. 5 sources. https://clstr.news/cluster/rayo-vallecano-faces-internal-rift-and-stadium-displacement ### 2026-09-02: Presa affirms intention to remain Rayo Vallecano president Rayo Vallecano president Presa has rejected calls to resign, stating he intends to lead the club for many years and will take legal action against what he describes as extortion. 2 sources. https://clstr.news/cluster/presa-affirms-intention-to-remain-rayo-vallecano-president ### 2026-09-01: Rayo Vallecano accuses Madrid government of manipulating stadium audit Rayo Vallecano accuses the Community of Madrid of withholding and manipulating an audit report to justify the closure of Estadio de Vallecas and the suspension of its stadium concession. 8 sources. https://clstr.news/cluster/rayo-vallecano-accuses-madrid-government-of-manipulating-stadium-audit ### 2026-08-26: Rayo Vallecano fans protest against President Raúl Martín Presa Rayo Vallecano supporters have announced a protest for September 5 to demand the resignation of President Raúl Martín Presa and defend the use of the Estadio de Vallecas. 4 sources. https://clstr.news/cluster/rayo-vallecano-fans-protest-against-president-ral-martn-presa ### 2026-08-19: Rayo Vallecano and Alavés draw 1-1 in La Liga match Rayo Vallecano and Deportivo Alavés drew 1-1 in a La Liga match played at Leganés' Butarque stadium. Mariano Díaz scored the equalizer for Alavés, moving them to the top of the league table. 23 sources. https://clstr.news/cluster/rayo-vallecano-faces-transfer-interest-and-fan-boycotts ### 2026-08-17: Rayo Vallecano denied request to play at Vallecas stadium Rayo Vallecano's request to host its match against Deportivo Alavés at the Estadio de Vallecas has been rejected by the Comunidad de Madrid, likely forcing the game to be played in Butarque. 9 sources. https://clstr.news/cluster/rayo-vallecano-denied-request-to-play-at-vallecas-stadium ### 2026-08-04: Rayo Vallecano president Raúl Martín Presa confronts family threats and stadium concession fight Rayo Vallecano president Raúl Martín Presa faces hate threats to his family and a dispute with the Community of Madrid over the Vallecas stadium concession, risking relegation. 8 sources. https://clstr.news/cluster/rayo-vallecano-president-ral-martn-presa-confronts-family-threats-and-stadium-concession-fight ### 2026-08-02: Rayo Vallecano to reopen Vallecas stadium for Madrid inspection Rayo Vallecano will open Vallecas stadium for Madrid officials to inspect safety flaws after an audit, while the club prepares to play home games in Burgos amid a concession dispute. 14 sources. https://clstr.news/cluster/rayo-vallecano-stadium-closure-fuels-fan-protests-demanding-presidents-ouster ### 2026-07-30: Rayo Vallecano stadium closure forces club to seek alternative venue Madrid revoked Rayo Vallecano's stadium concession over safety flaws; players protest, club cleans venue, and a backup ground in Burgos is chosen amid political debate. 9 sources. https://clstr.news/cluster/rayo-vallecano-blocks-madrid-officials-from-vallecas-stadium ### 2026-07-28: Rayo Vallecano loses Vallecas stadium concession ahead of LaLiga Madrid’s government suspended Rayo Vallecano’s Vallecas stadium concession over safety flaws, coordinated with LaLiga, filed a police complaint, and forced the club to seek a new home for the LaLiga season. 50 sources. https://clstr.news/cluster/madrid-withdraws-rayo-vallecano-stadium-concession-over-safety --- Cite as: Rayo Vallecano stadium dispute and fan protests. 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