Rayo Vallecano cancel training session after break-in at Ciudad Deportiva

La Liga side Rayo Vallecano cancelled their first training session of the week following a break-in at their Ciudad Deportiva training facility. According to Mundo Deportivo, the incident occurred overnight, with unknown individuals entering the premises and taking various items belonging to the club.

Club staff discovered the missing equipment during routine checks on Monday morning. As a result, the scheduled session was cancelled, and players and coaching staff left the facility without taking to the pitch.

Disruption ahead of Las Palmas match

Rayo had returned from a two-day break following their recent league match against Getafe. Head coach Íñigo Pérez had planned to begin full preparations for the upcoming match against Las Palmas, but the break-in forced changes to the team’s physical and tactical schedule.

Official confirmation and ongoing investigation

Rayo Vallecano confirmed to EFE that the training session was cancelled due to the incident at Ciudad Deportiva. The club notified local police immediately after discovering the break-in, and an investigation is now underway. No further details have been released at this stage.

Security breaches rare in top-flight football

While such incidents are rare at the professional level, facility security remains a topic of discussion across European football. In recent years, similar break-ins have affected lower-tier clubs, prompting UEFA to urge top-flight teams to improve on-site surveillance systems and access control following documented breaches.

The exact circumstances of the break-in and the level of security in place at Ciudad Deportiva remain unclear. Rayo are expected to provide a formal update once internal and external investigations progress.

Compressed schedule adds further pressure

In addition to the loss of equipment, the timing of the disruption has affected the team’s preparations. With just a few matches remaining, Rayo are aiming to secure safety in the league table. The incident may affect the squad’s readiness ahead of the crucial match against Las Palmas.