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Rayo Vallecano’s European Return Classified High Risk With 320-Strong Security Operation

Authorities expect about 200 Shkëndija supporters, including a sizable ultra contingent, in a stadium without a segregated away section.

Overview

  • Europe returns to Vallecas on Thursday at 18:45 as Rayo hosts Shkëndija in the Conference League, marking the club’s first home European match in 24 years.
  • The Delegación del Gobierno in Madrid has activated a 320-person security plan involving national and municipal police, emergency services and club stewards.
  • Rayo sold the visiting allocation and will place away fans in the upper lateral stand because the ground does not have a dedicated visitors’ area.
  • Roughly 200 traveling supporters are anticipated, with about 100 described in reports as ultras, including groups arriving by bus from Tetovo.
  • Coverage links some visiting fans to Ultras Ballistet and notes police classify 70 Bukaneros members as extremely violent, as the region estimates 7–9 months to install a separating barrier.