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Rayo Vallecano vs Alavés: Unusual Venue for La Liga Clash
20 Aug
Summary
- Match moved from Vallecas to Butarque due to safety concerns.
- Rayo seeks response after opening defeat; Alavés aims to build on win.
- Rayo has won seven of the last 10 meetings against Alavés.
Rayo Vallecano is set to host Deportivo Alavés on Thursday, August 20, 2026, in a La Liga fixture. The match will take place at the Estadio Municipal de Butarque in Leganés, a deviation from Rayo's typical home ground, Estadio de Vallecas, owing to safety concerns.
Both teams enter the Round 2 encounter with contrasting results from their opening matches. Rayo Vallecano is looking to recover from a 2-1 defeat against Sevilla, whereas Deportivo Alavés carries momentum from a decisive 3-0 victory over Getafe.
Historically, Rayo Vallecano has a favorable record against Alavés, having secured victory in seven of their previous 10 meetings, including a 2-1 away win on May 23, 2026. This historical edge adds intrigue to the fixture as Rayo seeks to bounce back and Alavés aims to solidify their early-season form.
