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Amid Celtic protests, watch footage of Rayo Vallecano’s game being abandoned amid anger at owner

Celtic fans aren’t the only club in Europe protesting against their ownership and doing it in an aggressive manner. If critics thought Celtic throwing tennis…

Published: Sunday, 11 October 2026 at 8:00 PM
Amid Celtic protests, watch footage of Rayo Vallecano’s game being abandoned amid anger at owner
Key Things to Know
  • Rayo Vallecano's match against Athletic Club was abandoned due to fan protests against owner Raul Martin Presa.
  • The 67 Hail Hail article compares the demonstration to ongoing protests by Celtic supporters against Dermot Desmond.
  • Protesters threw rubber balls, paper planes, sandwiches, and a seat onto the pitch, halting play.
The Story in 60 Seconds

Rayo Vallecano's La Liga match against Athletic Club was abandoned after supporters threw paper planes, rubber balls, and other objects onto the pitch. The demonstration at Estadio de Vallecas targeted club owner and president Raul Martin Presa, with police advising officials to call off the goalless contest following an initial disruption in the 13th minute.

Writer Amir Mir draws parallels between the Rayo Vallecano protests and Celtic supporters' recent demonstrations against Dermot Desmond. The report highlights severe stadium issues in Vallecas, including a government audit exposing major safety violations, while noting ongoing complaints about poor pitch quality and inadequate facilities.

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