Madrid regional government suspends Vallecas Stadium concession due to safety flaws

The regional government orders urgent renovation works after detecting serious security and health deficiencies in the facility.

Exterior facade of the Vallecas Stadium in Madrid.
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Exterior facade of the Vallecas Stadium in Madrid.

The Community of Madrid has suspended the concession of the Vallecas Stadium following a technical inspection that uncovered severe safety, health, and maintenance deficiencies.

The audit conducted by regional technicians highlights widespread obsolescence within the facility. Critical issues include failures in water supply, electrical installations, emergency lighting, and fire protection systems.
Furthermore, the report warns of poor sanitary conditions, including a risk of legionella and the improper use of catering areas for waste storage. Regional authorities state that the current state of the stadium fails to ensure the safety of its users.

"The audit results do not guarantee the safety of the people."

Mariano de Paco · Minister of Culture, Tourism and Sport
In response, the regional government has announced plans to intervene immediately to carry out urgent repairs. The lack of cooperation from the club, which failed to provide the requested documentation regarding the stadium's condition, has prompted the decision to revoke the concession.
As a result, the team will be unable to start the league season at its home ground and must relocate to a contingency stadium while the necessary comprehensive renovations are completed to meet current regulations.