Spanish Federation postpones King's Cup matches in mourning for train crash victims
Postponement of King's Cup matches as a sign of solidarity with victims of a train collision that left 64 dead.
Translated by Qiyas from السياسة — Original source
- Death toll rises to at least 64... Real Madrid and Barcelona mourn the victims
The Spanish Football Federation announced on Wednesday the postponement of 24 matches in the first round of the Copa del Rey, as a mark of mourning for the victims of a high-speed train collision in the province of Toledo, which resulted in dozens of deaths and injuries.
In a statement published on its official website, the Federation explained that the decision to postpone the matches was an expression of solidarity with the victims and respect for their lives, adding that it would announce new dates for the postponed matches in the coming days.
The decision came as regional Spanish authorities announced that the death toll from the collision had risen to at least 64, marking the second fatal accident on the line connecting the capital, Madrid, with the Andalusia region in southern Spain, in less than a year.
In the initial reactions from Spanish clubs, Real Madrid expressed its deep sorrow over the tragic incident, offering its condolences to the families and relatives of the victims, and wishing a speedy recovery for the injured.
The royal club affirmed its solidarity with all those affected, expressing its support for emergency teams and rescue and relief workers, and commending their efforts in dealing with the aftermath of the accident.
For his part, Barcelona mourned the victims of the collision in a statement published on its official account on the “X” platform, expressing its sincere condolences to the families and friends of the deceased, its solidarity with those affected, and wishing a swift recovery for all the injured.
