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Rayo-Athletic suspended after paper plane protest

LaLiga game halted after fans protest on the pitch

Last verified 2026-10-10 15:58 UTC
LALIGA MATCH SUSPENDED
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Key facts

  • The LaLiga game between Rayo Vallecano and Athletic Club was suspended in the first half.
  • The match was halted due to fans launching paper airplanes onto the pitch in protest.
  • The protest was against Rayo Vallecano president Raúl Martín Presa.

What remains unknown

  • The exact reason for the fan protest remains unclear.
  • When the match will be rescheduled is unknown.

Source check

1 cited source: ESPN

Verified update

Rayo Vallecano's LaLiga game against Athletic Club was called off in the first half on Saturday. The match was suspended due to fans launching paper airplanes onto the pitch in protest at president Raúl Martín Presa. The protest was a clear demonstration of fan discontent.

The exact reason for the protest remains unclear, but it is evident that the fans were unhappy with the team's leadership. The match was ultimately suspended, and it is unclear when it will be rescheduled.

SourcesESPN

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