Rayo Vallecano select El Plantío, 250 kilometres away, if Vallecas is unavailable | OneFootball

Rayo Vallecano have moved to safeguard the start of 2026-27. According to Superdeporte, they have notified LaLiga that El Plantío in Burgos is their alternative stadium, a step authorised by the Community of Madrid and compliant with competition deadlines.

The choice follows unsuccessful attempts to secure Butarque, José Zorrilla or the Carlos Belmonte. An agreement with Burgos CF has emerged as the most viable way to stage home fixtures if ongoing works at Vallecas prevent its use.

Even so, Rayo still intend to begin LaLiga at Vallecas. The club and the squad hope differences with the Community of Madrid can be resolved in the coming days and that the required improvements will keep the team alongside their supporters from the outset.

Designating El Plantío provides sporting and administrative cover, reducing the risk of fixture disruption.

Rayo’s first scheduled home match is on 20 August, so the coming weeks will determine whether they remain at Vallecas or relocate temporarily to Burgos.

Source: Superdeporte