Rayo Vallecano Match Abandoned Amid Fan Protests in Madrid
Rayo Vallecano’s La Liga match against Athletic Club was abandoned on Saturday after home supporters protested against club owner and president Raul Martin Presa. Fans threw paper planes and small rubber balls onto the pitch, particularly during the 13th minute, a time when they typically chant “Presa leave now.” The referee stopped play, and after a brief resumption, the match was abandoned again due to further object-throwing, with the score at 0-0.
This match marked Rayo's first of the season at the Estadio de Vallecas, which had been temporarily closed due to serious health and safety issues. Fans displayed scarves reading “Presa leave now” in their protest.
Last season, Rayo’s players described the Vallecas pitch as “unplayable,” and the club faced multiple facility issues, including a lack of hot water and inadequate cleaning. Rayo Vallecano currently sits 13th in La Liga with two wins from seven games.
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